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Can Pistachios Kill a Dog? The Truth About This Nutty Treat
Can Pistachios Kill a Dog? The Truth About This Nutty Treat The other evening, I was sat on the sofa, wrestling with a particularly stubborn pistachio shell. It finally gave way, sending the little green nut flying. Before it even bounced, Buster, my food-obsessed Lab, had teleported from his bed and was hoovering the spot […]
Can Your Dog Be Allergic to Your Cat? A Complete Guide to Symptoms, Diagnosis, and Treatment
The Cat Did It? Unmasking Canine Allergies in a Multi-Pet Home The other evening, I was enjoying a rare moment of peace. Fire crackling, a decent brew in hand. Buster, my food-obsessed Lab, was snoring with the sort of dedication only a Labrador can muster. Suddenly, he let out a great big sneeze, followed by […]
Can Dog Urine Make You Sick? A Practical Guide to the Risks
That Lingering Puddle: More Than Just a Nuisance? The other evening, I was settling down with a brew, feet up by the fire. Fern, my high-octane Spaniel, was dreaming of chasing squirrels, and Margo the cat had claimed her usual spot on the warmest radiator. All was calm. Then I caught it – that faint, […]
Can an Adult Dog Eat Puppy Food? The Risks, the Reasons, and the Rare Exceptions
Can an Adult Dog Eat Puppy Food? The Short Answer Right, let’s get this sorted before the kettle’s boiled. The long and short of it is: no, an adult dog shouldn’t regularly eat puppy food. A sneaky mouthful nicked from the pup’s bowl won’t do any lasting harm, but making it a regular meal can […]
Can a Vaccinated Dog Get Parvo? A Practical Guide to Breakthrough Infections
Can a Vaccinated Dog Still Catch Parvo? Let’s Have a Word. The other day, I was out on the tops above Hayfield with Fern, my whirlwind of a Spaniel. We bumped into a chap with a brand new, ridiculously fluffy puppy. He was absolutely beside himself with worry, asking me, “I’ve had him jabbed, but […]
Can You Get a Dog Fixed While in Heat? A Complete Guide to Risks, Costs, and Alternatives
Can a Dog Be Spayed While She’s in Heat? The Short Answer Right then, let’s get straight to it. The kettle’s just boiled. You’ve got a spay appointment booked for your lovely girl, and Murphy’s Law being what it is, she’s decided to come into her first season. Classic. I had this exact panic with […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Calmest Dog Breeds for a Peaceful Home
Right, Let’s Settle In: Finding a Dog That Won’t Climb the Curtains The back door swings open and in barrels Fern, my whirlwind of a Spaniel, looking less like a dog and more like a mobile peat bog. She does a victory lap of the kitchen, spraying mud in a perfect 360-degree arc while Buster, […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Family Dogs: Finding the Perfect Breed for Your Home
What Actually Makes a Dog a ‘Good Family Dog’? The telly and the internet are full of idyllic scenes: a perfectly groomed Golden Retriever playing fetch with smiling children in a sun-drenched garden. It’s a lovely thought, but here in the Peak District, the reality is often a bit… muddier. Just this morning, my board […]
The Ultimate Guide to the Best Dog Treats: Vet-Approved Picks and Healthy Alternatives
Decoding the Dog Treat Dilemma: From Peak District Puddles to Your Pocket The rain was coming in sideways, the kind of fine, misty stuff that soaks you through without you even noticing. I was halfway up Mam Tor with Fern, my whirlwind of a spaniel, who had decided that a particularly interesting sheep dropping was […]
A Veterinarian’s Guide to the Best Dog Foods for Sensitive Stomachs
Decoding Your Dog’s Digestive Distress: Signs and Potential Causes of a Sensitive Stomach It was a Tuesday. The sort of damp, grey Peak District day where the fog sits on the hills like a wet blanket. Inside, the only sound was the crackle of the fire and a low, ominous gurgle coming from Buster, my […]