Indice dei contenuti per November 2023 in Your Dog

“Talk to the paw coz the dog ain’t listening” — how many times do you see other dogs (and sometimes your own) ‘saying’ this when out on a walk? Here are 10 ways in which you can improve your communication. 1 Avoid wittering on. There’s a difference between chatting to your dog (which all of us do quite harmlessly and which most dogs enjoy) and producing a constant barrage of irrelevant noise. While you can’t communicate using ears, noses, coat, and tails, you can share body language. Dogs feel much more confident about this than they do about human chatter, where the same sounds can mean several different things or sometimes nothing at all that requires a response. A change of tone when giving a command is much more likely…

If you’re seeking a breed that combines immense strength with a majestic appearance and a calm, gentle nature, then look no further than the Newfoundland. Possessing a natural life-saving instinct, these large yet active water and draught dogs also make devoted companions. But do they need a lot of space, grooming, and exercise? This month’s breed focus reveals all… Newfoundland history Despite excelling as a pack and draught animal, the Newfoundland is probably best known for working on ships in the North Atlantic — taking ropes ashore, retrieving lost fishing gear, and rescuing people. Although his origins are uncertain, it’s possible the breed developed from the interbreeding of European dogs brought to Newfoundland by explorers from the 15th century. Another theory suggests Newfoundlands evolved from the American black wolf or other…

Next time you prepare a meal for your dog, take a moment to think about what happens to that food once he eats it. We often take our dog’s digestive system for granted. Everything happens out of sight and unless there is a problem, we only see what goes in one end, and what comes out the other! Dogs depend on their digestive systems to break down their food into smaller particles that can be efficiently absorbed. This is essential so that nutrients in the food can be used by the body to fuel activity, provide building blocks for growth, and support day-to-day life processes, and it highlights just how important your dog’s digestive health is. THE SYSTEM The digestive system (sometimes called the gastrointestinal tract or alimentary canal) is…

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Fridays are my busy clinic days, with a mixture of behaviour cases, holistic referrals, and general practice cases to see. It’s always nice to have a few puppies in for vaccination to break up a day of complicated cases, but even a puppy health check can throw up problems! Nipper the Jack Russell was booked in with me for his first vaccination, which included a thorough health check. He was in robust health and living up to his name, but I did notice some dark wax in his ears. Normal dog ear wax is a light brown colour and normal ears smell quite pleasant. I had a peer into Nipper’s ear canal and saw lots of black crumbly wax with small white mites crawling about. This is an easy diagnosis…

Q When did you have your first Newfoundland? A “Jala arrived in 2000, and I bred my first litter in 2001. I’d previously had Chihuahuas.” Q So what made you switch from little to large? A “I’m a dog groomer and decided I’d have a Newfie many years ago. I fell in love with their sweet, loving temperament — they really are like big teddy bears.” Q Tell us a bit about your dogs. A “I currently have 13. Soldier is special, not only for his Crufts win and being this year’s top Newfie, but because he melts everyone’s hearts.” Q What was it like when Soldier won Best of Breed at Crufts this year? A “It was unbelievable. I was very tearful but it was a dream come true,…

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“It seemed never-ending when Otis wasn’t well. I was terrified.” More than one in 10 puppy buyers wish they had spent more time researching their decision, according to The Kennel Club’s own research as part of its ‘Be Puppywise’ campaign, launched in October. Online puppy sales are increasing too, which can mask what’s actually behind some of the ‘cute puppy pics’ splashed on social media. With the world of puppy breeding and buying getting more and more difficult to navigate, it’s crucial that would-be owners know exactly what to look for when buying a puppy. KATY AND OTIS’ STORY When 28-year-old Katy Swan, from Monifieth, Angus, bought her Cockapoo Otis, he had life-threatening parasites — common in puppy farmed dogs. Looking back, Katy fears Otis may have come from a…

• Advice typically suggests not starting to run seriously until your dog is fully physically grown and matured. For most dogs, this is around a year to 18 months of age, although you can start doing short, straight runs, teaching essential cues and all about wearing the equipment earlier. • Start slowly and gradually build up your distance and speed. This is important for the health and welfare of you and your dog. Don’t be afraid to intersperse walking and hiking with little runs. • If you or your dog have had any health issues, check with your doctor and vet first before starting a new running routine. • Running with your dog on roads and pavements isn’t ideal and certainly not for prolonged periods as it can be bad…

7 TO GIVE AWAY COMFORT CUSHIONS AND HEATPADS The SnuggleSafe Bonzo dog comfort cushion is soft and cuddly and has a zipped pocket designed to hold an original SnuggleSafe heatpad. It’s totally irresistible and the perfect companion for your pet. Providing warm comfort for up to 10 hours, there’s no need to leave the central heating on all day! The SnuggleSafe heatpad included is bite resistant, has no wires for a pet to chew through, and is totally non toxic. We have seven Bonzo comfort cushions with heatpads to give away. • Find out more at www.snugglesafe.co.uk or call 01903 730811. 10 TO GIVE AWAY BAGS OF FISH TREATS A firm favourite with Your Dog readers, Fish4Dogs Sea Jerky has been voted Best Dog Treat seven times in the Your…

Located on the east coast of England with The Wash lapping its shores is the beautiful district of North Norfolk with marshes and lavender fields, long sandy beaches, and sleepy little villages. The area is renowned for being dog friendly with a huge variety of walks for dogs and their owners and two long-distance footpaths. Stretching for 84 miles, the Norfolk Coast Path runs from Hunstanton in the west of the county to Hopton-on-Sea on the east coast, taking in stunning scenery with the majority of the path passing through the Norfolk Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Thanks to the flat topography, the coast path is one of England’s easiest national footpaths so is suitable for every ability and in all weathers. Another footpath, Peddars Way, follows an old Roman…

VERSATILE BROTH Nutriment Raw has launched its own range of highly nutritious bone broths including three flavours — chicken, beef, and lamb — available in 500ml packs. They can be fed alone as a snack or added to existing meals. Liquid at room temperature, and a jelly once refrigerated, they can be frozen for easy portioning and gently heated to suit your pet’s preferences. Bone broth promotes healthy digestive and immune systems, supports joint health and liver health, and healthy skin and coats, all while being gentle on the stomach and great for hydration. The carton packaging is made from fully recyclable, low carbon renewable materials enabling responsible disposal in the household recycling bin. • Key features: Health benefits for pets, and aids hydration. • Flavours: Chicken, beef, and lamb.…

For Susannah Chalmers, 2023 has been a year she will never forget. Having competed as a member of the UK team in the recent ParAgility World Championships in the Netherlands, Susannah and her brilliant agility dog Arran returned home with two individual bronze medals and the individual overall reserve world champion title. “When we were selected, I still couldn’t actually believe that Arran and I were about to step onto the world stage as part of the UK team,” said Susannah, from Bubbenhall, Warwickshire. “After all, I have quite significant mobility issues at times, and had a very young dog who had never competed at this level. My dream was to maybe get a clear round! How would Arran cope with the long journey, very long days at the venue,…