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Dog Friendly Pubs   Beer and dogs have had a long association. Many establishments reflect the partnership between man and dog in their pub names – ‘The Dog and Gun’, The [...]

Secure Dog Walking Fields – Safe Exercise For Dogs.   Hiring out safely fenced fields can be a god send for many dog owners and it’s a welcome bonus for farmers too. Read our [...]

Retractable Leads – Do’s and Don’ts.   Many dog owners use retractable leads for exercising their dogs. However, while these types of leads can have their uses, they do have their downsides. [...]

Adder Bites In Dogs. This Holidays4Dogs article considers the possible dangers of adder snake bites to dogs. Thankfully, snake bites are not terribly common, but it is nevertheless important for [...]

Travelling With Your Dog On Public Transport.   Lots of dog owners are familiar with taking their dog on holiday, or for day trips in the family car. However, perhaps not so many people [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

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 [...]

Do Dogs Have Good Eyesight?   Have you ever wondered whether dogs have good eyesight? There are some advantages and disadvantages when it comes to canine vision, compared to people. [...]

Is It Safe To Throw Sticks For My Dog?   If you’ve ever wondered ‘is it safe to throw sticks for my dog’? – read our Holidays4Dogs quick guide on the subject. You [...]