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 Lungworm In Dogs.   Lungworm is carried by hosts such as snails, slugs and in some cases, frogs.  There are several different types of lungworm but the type that generally infects dogs is [...]

Should I Let My Dog Swim in the Winter?   Dogs are full of fun and energy, no matter what time of year it is. Even during a winter visit to a beach, or lake – many a hardy pooch [...]

The Dangers Of Antifreeze To Pets and Wildlife.    While it is lovely to experience some crisp, winter days – there is one thing pet owners need to be very aware of – Antifreeze. It’s a [...]

Canine Movement.   While there are many different shapes of dogs – and some move in different ways – all have the same bone structure and angulation, in order for them to move [...]

The Dangers of Dog Collars While researching a subject of interest for our Holidays4Dogs website readers, I sadly came across an article featured in the Metro about Rocco the Border Terrier. [...]

Walking Dogs Near Cattle – Is It Safe? Few people may realise the dangers of walking in fields where cattle are grazing – particularly if walkers have a dog with them.  Holidays4Dogs looks into [...]

Moving House with Dogs.    As most people know, moving house can be one of the biggest stressors in a person’s life. It can also impact on our pets, who often find disorder and a new [...]

Why Won’t My Dog Listen To Me?   If you’ve ever asked yourself, ‘why won’t my dog listen to me’, you may be interested in this Holidays4Dogs article! We look at [...]

Walking Your Dog at Night.    Although the nights are drawing in, our dogs still must be walked. Sometimes dim-light conditions start in the afternoon/early evening during autumn and [...]

The Benefits of Kefir for Dogs.   Kefir, pronounced ‘Kah fear’ is, according to the people who live in the Caucasian Mountains, the “grain of life”.  It is not just good for humans but, [...]