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The Human-Canine Bond. In this article, Holidays4Dogs we dive into the subject of the human-canine bond. Why do people develop such strong attachments to their pet dogs? People can have strong [...]

Coping With Pet Loss.   Living with a much-loved ill, or elderly dog, can be very difficult for any owner. Holidays4Dogs understands this can be an emotionally draining time for dog owners. [...]

  The Dachshund   In this dog breeds article, Holidays4Dogs looks at the dachshund. Dachshunds make delightful companions for people looking for a small dog in a big dog package! While [...]

Canine Companionship for Older People.   It has long been recognised that dogs bring companionship to individuals, but they also bring people together. This is particularly important for [...]

 ‘Pets for Life’ Campaign.   Sadly, there are many genuine situations where dog owners are forced to give up their pet. One of those situations is when older people need to move [...]

Are Dogs Really As Clever As We Think?   A study by researchers from the University of Exeter and Canterbury Christchurch University, calls into question emerging ideas about the [...]

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 [...]

The Future Of Dog Ownership.   It looks as if the future of pet ownership may be on the cusp of significant changes. The population of pet dogs has been growing rapidly, particularly since [...]

Are You a ‘Dog Owner’ or, a ‘Pet Parent’?   Do you think of yourself as a ‘dog owner’ or ‘pet parent’. Is ‘pet parenting’ just a [...]

School Dogs – Pooches In The Playground (And The Classroom).   If you’re a person of a certain age, you may remember school days when a stray dog would appear in the playground. [...]