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June 2026
Feeding Basics: How to Choose the Right Food for Your Puppy

As a pet owner, you want to give your little companion the right start in life, and a healthy diet plays a big role.

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January 2017
The Importance of Microchips

Microchipping is not only a quick and painless procedure, but will help your buddy find their way home if they’re ever lost!

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February 2024
How to Fit a Puppy Harness Correctly

We've put together a step by step guide to assist with your puppy's harness.

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January 2023
Leaving a Puppy Home Alone

While your schedule might need to flex a little around your new puppy, it’s inevitable that you will have to leave them at some point.

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February 2024
When to Start Walking a Puppy

Puppies encourage us to get outside and enjoy the fresh air. Walk times are a puppy favourite! We've covered everything you need to know about walking your pup.

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February 2024
Puppy Teething and Chewing

Puppy teething and chewing is a natural process as puppies lose their baby teeth and grow their adult teeth.

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January 2023
How to Play With a Puppy

Any pet parent will tell you that a bored puppy is often a destructive puppy. Without their precious playtime, nothing is safe – from the garden, to furniture and even your favourite pair of shoes.

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November 2014
My First Puppy! A Complete Guide

Getting a puppy will be one of the most enjoyable and rewarding things you will ever do.

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February 2024
Desexing and Vaccination For Puppies

Vaccinating and desexing your new pup are two very important steps you can take to ensure they live a long and happy life. Not only does desexing help limit the number of unwanted and homeless animals, it can also help improve a dog’s behaviour.

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February 2024
How To Train a Puppy to Walk on a Lead

Spending quality time out in the fresh air with your puppy is one of the joys your furry friend brings! However, for some owners, it isn’t always calm – there’s no quicker way to derail a stroll than taking a pup who won’t stop pulling on their leash!

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January 2023
Crate Training Your Puppy

Some owners feel guilty about their pup spending time in a crate, worrying that the confined space is seen as a punishment. However, crate training actually has a lot of benefits for both you and your pup.

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January 2023
How to Puppy Proof Your Home

After stocking up on their new favourite treats, toys and plenty of soft blankets, you need to get to work puppy proofing your home.

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February 2024
Caring For Your Puppy: Must-Know Tips on Raising A Healthy Pup

Tips and advice on caring for your puppy. Raise your puppy with the right socialisation, mental stimulation, feeding routines and more. Discover all the details, and get all the smarts.

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January 2024
7 Essential Puppy Training Tips for Good Behaviour

Bringing a new puppy home is an exciting time for the whole family. It’s important to get started on training early to avoid bad habits forming.

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March 2024
Things to Consider Before Getting a Puppy

There are plenty of things to look forward to with a new puppy. However, you should think carefully before taking the plunge into puppy parenthood. We'll look at everything you need to consider before you get your puppy.

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August 2023
Worming Puppies: When Your Puppy Has Worms

Puppy worming treatments will protect your pup from all types of intestinal worms including roundworm, hookworm and tapeworm; some of which can transfer from dogs to humans.

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March 2024
How to Socialise a Puppy: Everything You Need to Know

Learn the ins and outs of how to socialise a puppy: including everything you need to know to ensure your pup grows up happy and well-adjusted.

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May 2026
What to Expect at Your Puppy's First Health Check

A puppy health check is exactly what it sounds like: a full nose-to-tail assessment by a vet to make sure your new arrival is developing well.

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June 2026
Your First 30 Days With a New Dog: What to Expect

When you’re on a countdown to the day your four-legged new arrival joins the family, it’s always incredibly exciting.

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June 2026
Am I Ready for a Puppy? Questions to Ask

If you're thinking of getting a new puppy, you probably already have a name picked out. But what else should you consider?

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June 2026
The New Dog Parent Checklist: Everything You Need from Day One

While it is an undeniably wonderful experience bringing a new puppy or dog home, you’ll want to make sure that your home is ready for their arrival.

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February 2024
First Dog Checklist

So, you’re ready for a furry addition to your family? Adopting a dog in need of a loving home is a great first step, but have you considered what you might need to keep your canine companion feeling safe, stimulated, and comfortable in their new home?

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February 2024
How to Get a Puppy to Sleep Through the Night

Nothing beats playing and puppy snuggles all day long. However, sometimes it can seem like these bundles of fur have a never-ending supply of energy during the day. Then, when the sun goes down, you have the joys of a puppy crying at night!

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August 2026
How to Stop Puppy Biting

If you're living with a new puppy, you know that puppy nipping can sometimes feel like a daily battle.

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June 2023
Puppy Parenting: Training Your Puppy to be Home Alone

As much as we want to spend every waking moment with our furry friends, most pet parents work either full or part-time. But how long can you leave them alone at home before it might become an issue?

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July 2023
How to Pick the Best Toys for Your Puppy

Just like kids get bored with their toys, so can your puppy.

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July 2024
Tips for Bringing Home Your New Puppy

Get ready to welcome your new furry friend with our helpful tips for bringing home a new puppy.

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December 2024
Top Tips For Exercising Your Puppy

Providing puppies with the opportunity to exercise is a very important aspect of their care.

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