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Can Dogs Get Angry? Recent studies have shown that dogs can experience a range of emotions. It is now thought dogs can feel happiness, sadness, joy and grief – why should they not sometimes [...]

Dating for Dog Owners. It is well documented that people who walk dogs, are more inclined to chat to their fellow humans far more readily than those without a canine companion. Dogs play a myriad [...]

Cushing’s Disease in Dogs.    Cushing’s disease is a condition fairly common in middle aged and older dogs and is often overlooked as simply being part of the ageing process. This [...]

Canine Dew Claws – Useful Facts.   The dewclaw on a dog, is situated on the side of the foot where it doesn’t touch the ground. It is more common for dogs have dew claws on their front [...]

Understanding Dog Reactivity.   You might have seen a dog in the neighbourhood barking and lunging on the end of the lead. Or, perhaps, even your own dog engages in this behaviour? Either [...]

Keep The Noise Down! – The Effects of Noise On Dogs.   We know that many dogs can be affected by loud noises such as fireworks and thunder, but there are many other household noises [...]

Dogs For Active Families.   Choosing the right dog for your family isn’t always easy. Energy levels vary from dog to dog, but some breeds are far more active than others. Knowing the [...]

Exercising Your Dog – How Often? How much? What type?   Taking your dog for walks is one of the best parts of dog ownership and is certainly the part that all our Holidays 4 Dogs [...]

Are Laundry Pods Dangerous To Dogs?   If you are wondering if laundry pods are dangerous to dogs, you’ve come to the right place. In short, they do indeed pose a danger to people and [...]

Should I Walk My Dog Every Day?   This Holidays4Dogs article discusses a story which made the national press. The story was about a dog trainer who suggested that dogs don’t need walking [...]