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Dog and cat blood donation: How does it work?

Vets around the UK need blood for life-saving treatments and operations. Learn how cat and dog blood donation works, and how your pet could get involved.

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Alabama rot: Your guide to signs and symptoms

Alabama rot may be a rarer canine condition but it’s good to be in the know. Learn the signs and symptoms of this disease from expert vet Dr Corinne Wigfall.

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Grass seeds in dogs: Your need to know guide

Protect your pooch from pesky grass seeds with this handy guide from expert vet Dr Lily Richards.

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Puppy socialisation and habituation: What you need to do

Set up your puppy for a confident life with these socialisation and habituation tips from expert dog trainer Philippa Short.

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Your guide to blue-green algae poisoning in dogs

Blue-green algae can be toxic for your pup. Learn how to spot it and what to do if your dog is poisoned with these top tips.

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How to introduce a new puppy to your cat

Find out how to create a long-lasting friendship between your new puppy and cat with these top tips from expert dog behaviourist Philippa Short.

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How to stop your puppy from biting

Is your puppy getting a bit too enthusiastic with those sharp gnashers? Expert behaviourist Philippa Short explains how to teach your pup mouthing manners.

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A vet’s guide to your puppy’s first 6 months of development

Get the need-to-knows about your puppy’s first 6 months of development with this handy guide.

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What is a therapy dog and how do I find one for my family?

Thinking about getting a therapy dog? Dr Scott Miller shares how he found his therapy pup Ludo and settled her into the family.

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Reactive dogs: How to recognise and prevent dog to dog reactivity

From spotting the signs to helping a reactive pooch, learn all about dog reactivity from expert dog behaviourist Philippa Short.