When they get a dog, many owners dream of taking them to the park and watching them play happily with other dogs. It can be embarrassing and come as quite a shock when their normally gentle and affectionate dog turns into a barking, lunging, snapping lunatic at the mere sight of another dog. Late night walks and lots of stress! Many …
Keeping your dog safe and happy this Christmas
Christmas is almost around the corner! And with it comes a week or two of lots of festive celebrations, excitement and a busy time for the whole family. Christmas also means a few extra hidden dangers for your pooch! But fear not, our handy guide will tell you everything you need to know about keeping your dog safe and happy …
Cold weather and your dog: keeping your pet safe and comfortable.
The cold weather is back! All the leaves are down and the nights are getting longer. Suddenly, all you want to do is curl up on the sofa with a lovely warm drink and a blanket! You are certainly comfortable, but what about your dog? Is your pet truly as safe and comfortable as possible in the cold weather months? …
Fast eaters: stopping your dog from eating too fast
Dog owners frequently ask the Action Petz team how can they stop their dog from eating too fast. In most cases, the response will certainly be: ditch the traditional dog bowl and embrace creative feeding! THE BAD NEWS: EATING TOO FAST CAN BE DANGEROUS Why is eating too fast dangerous for a dog? Firstly, we need to consider that a …
Dogs and fireworks: a practical guide to keep your dog safe
Remember, remember the fifth of November, a fireworks night that might scare your dog. Welcome to fireworks season: a dog’s least favourite holiday! If you -along with millions of dog owners nationwide- are dreading the effect of fireworks on your dog, keep reading this guide which will show you how you can help your dog to cope. WHY ARE FIREWORKS SO …
Puppies and exercise: how much is too much?
By Jennifer Ruiz-NogueraAction Petz Operations ManagerYour puppy is home: you’ve got the bed, the food, the treats, the adorable puppy toys, collar and lead to match. You’re ready! And then it dawns on you: how much exercise does my puppy need? PUPPIES NEED EXERCISE, JUST NOT AS MUCH AS YOU MIGHT THINK We know you were dreaming about long walks …