Your dog's health

Dog health advice and tips.

Is my dog obese?
Obesity is the term given to being overweight, or having an increased proportion of body fat. In dogs, obesity tends to…
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Worming your dog
Worming your dog - the types of worms that can affect your dog, how to treat and prevent worms...
Your dog's health
Arthritis - a joint approach
What is arthritis, and how does it affect our dogs? Take a look at our in-depth guide about arthritis in dogs...
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An in-depth guide to fleas on dogs
Should your dog have fleas, they can multiply rapidly and since they aren't averse to snacking on humans, they can make…
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Vaccinations for dogs
We are all told that our dogs should be vaccinated. But do you know what your dog's being vaccinated against, how often…
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Caring for an older dog
How to care for an older dog: As your dog gets older, there's lots you can do to keep him happy and healthy. 
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How to remove a tick
How to remove a tick: Take a look at our 3-step-guide to removing a tick correctly and safely...
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What should be in an emergency kit?
Items to include in an emergency kit for your dog - as explained by Vet Roberta Baxter...
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My dog's been poisoned - help!
What to do if your dog has been poisoned: Most cases of canine poisoning are caused by dogs eating toxic items, although…
Your dog's health