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, by Michael van Wassem Why A Good Feeding Bowl For Your Dog Matters More Than You Think
A feeding bowl is more than just a dish on the floor. Material, height and shape all affect hygiene, posture and your dog's eating behaviour.
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, by Michael van Wassem Introducing New Dog Food: How To Make The Switch Smoothly
Tempted to mix a new bag of food straight into the old bowl? Better not to. Here's how to build up to new food step...
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, by Michael van Wassem Grain-Free Dog Food: Is It Really Healthier For Your Dog?
Is grain-free dog food really better for your dog, or is it mostly marketing? Here are the facts about grains, allergies and the heart-health debate.
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, by Michael van Wassem Sleep and Dreams in Dogs and Cats: What Does Science Say?
Twitching paws, soft whimpers, chewing jaws: is your pet really dreaming? Discover what science says about sleep and dreams in dogs and cats.
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, by Michael van Wassem Dog home alone after the summer holidays: how to prevent separation anxiety
After the summer holidays your dog needs to readjust to being alone. Spot separation anxiety early and build it up safely, step by step.
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, by Michael van Wassem Choosing a Dog Coat: Does Your Dog Need One, and What Should You Look For?
Does your dog need a coat for autumn and winter? Discover which dogs benefit most, which type of coat suits them, and how to choose...
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, by Michael van Wassem Your Puppy's Socialisation Period (3 to 16 Weeks): How to Get It Right
The socialisation period (3 to 16 weeks) is the window in which your puppy learns fastest that the world is safe. Here's how to approach...
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, by Michael van Wassem Poisonous mushrooms and your dog: how to spot the symptoms and what to do
During an autumn walk, a mushroom can suddenly appear on the path — and not every dog can resist the temptation. Here is how to...
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, by Michael van Wassem Trimming Your Dog's or Cat's Nails: 9 Common Mistakes (and How to Get It Right)
Cutting nails too short? These are the 9 mistakes owners make most often with dogs and cats — plus the step-by-step approach that actually works.
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, by Michael van Wassem Nose work for older dogs: 10 sniffing games for a dog that struggles to walk
Your old dog walks less easily but gets bored. Nose work is the answer: mentally demanding, physically light. 10 sniffing games, how to build them...
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, by Michael van Wassem Wasp sting on a dog or cat: first aid and when to call the vet
Wasps are at their busiest in late August, right where dogs and cats like to sniff. Learn how to recognise a sting, what to do...
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, by Michael van Wassem Glucosamine and Chondroitin for Dogs and Cats: What Do They Do for the Joints?
Your dog gets up a little stiffer than before, or your cat no longer jumps onto the windowsill as easily as it used to. For...
Glucosamine and Chondroitin for Dogs and Cats: What Do They Do for the Joints?