Category: DTG

Advice on keeping your dog free from parasites, Flees, Ticks, Worms etc. all of which can be harmful to your dog and irritating for you.

You will need to go to a vet to get your dog vaccinated, as vaccines are prescription only medications. Different vets may use different brands of vaccinations that will cover different infections.

Toys are a fantastic aid to help you train your puppy. Always have a box of toys to hand. Picking the right toys according to your dog’s needs is very important.

How to stop Biting and Mouthing.
It is natural that your puppy will try and mouth you. Their adult teeth come through at 14 weeks which can be very painful for them (and you too if they are mouthing)!

Both socialisation and training your puppy are equally important for their development. They are not the same thing. Both provide different learning opportunities for your puppy.

Like humans, dogs, and in particular puppies, can suffer from travel sickness. Whilst they are likely to grow out of this as they mature there are techniques you can use to prevent this becoming a habit.

It is advisable to have insurance for you dog as unexpected vets bills can be very costly, particularly if extended treatment is required.

By law your dog must wear a tag with you name, postcode and phone number engraved on it. The tag is attached to your dog’s collar which must be worn when out and about. Plus other requirements

Advice on collars, leads and harnesses.
As it is a legal requirement to tag your dog, a collar is essential. The collar you choose is down to your personal taste but it needs to be the right size for your dog.

Puppies need to feel safe. Create a safe area in your house for when you bring them home. This safe area can be a room where their bedding is set up (such as a kitchen or utility room) or this could be a crate or pen.