Safety

Some dogs see snow and immediately become children. Indie, my German Shepherd cross, adored it—the deeper, the better. My short-coated coonhounds are rather less convinced that freezing temperatures constitute a recreational opportunity. That is the awkward thing...

When I moved from the UK to Maryland, adjusting my poor dog to an American summer was a thing. British “hot weather” and a humid Maryland day are not the same beast—and dogs do not always make sensible decisions about either. That last part matters. A dog may stay...

Dogs are known for their loyalty and affection towards their owners, but when it comes to protecting their owners, do "Beware Of Dog" signs provide sufficient protection? As a dog owner, it's important to ensure that your pet is well-secured and properly trained, but...

An escape artist dog or a hound-ini is another kind of dog that is really stressful to care for. For larger properties, GPS fencing may look tempting—but the systems vary a lot. My SATELLAI vs Halo comparison explains the practical differences before you spend that...

There's nothing worse than noticing your dog is "off", and if they've eaten something poisonous or toxic, it's often the reason. It's so worrying when our dogs get sick, or are appearing unwell, and one of the first things I do is panic, google, over analyse and then...

All of us have heard the importance of keeping ourselves and our pets well hydrated, but did you know that they can drink too much water? That’s right, there’s a condition called water intoxication, and it can be quite dangerous. So, what exactly is water intoxication...