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Five great games to play with your dog

Five great games to play with your dog
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Playing regularly with your dog will keep him stimulated, teach you about his personality and strengthen the bond between you.

Rehoming older pets

Rehoming older pets
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We take a look at why adopting an older dog could be the right decision when it comes to bringing a new pet into your home.

How much hair should my dog be shedding?

How much hair should my dog be shedding?
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The shedding of hair is a natural process for many animals, and dogs are no exception.

But, does there come a point where we should be worried about our dog shedding too much hair? Can it ever signal something different to the natural shedding process?

Petplan takes a look at what you need to know about your dog’s hair loss …

What to know if you’re buying a… Staffordshire Bull Terrier

What to know if you’re buying a… Staffordshire Bull Terrier
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There are many aspects that potential dog owners need to consider before acquiring a dog or puppy, and each have their own unique personalities and health care needs.

Petplan takes a look at the origins, temperament and common health problems of the Staffordshire Bull Terrier…

How To Deal With Dog Separation Anxiety

How To Deal With Dog Separation Anxiety
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Dogs, like us, are very social animals. Whether you’re leaving your dog alone for just a few hours or for longer periods it can be a difficult time for the both of you.

However, while you know why this is happening and that it’s only temporary, for your dog, this separation can be confusing and disorientating.

Petplan takes a look at separation anxiety in dogs and what you can do to help your pet be as calm and comfortable as possible when left alone…

Is my dog depressed? The facts about dog depression

Is my dog depressed? The facts about dog depression
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Mental health issues aren't restricted to humans and it seems dogs can also develop depression.

Petplan takes a look at the symptoms of depression in dogs and the things you should do if you suspect your dog is depressed…

What to know if you're buying an… English Cocker Spaniel

What to know if you're buying an… English Cocker Spaniel
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There are many aspects that potential dog owners need to consider before acquiring a dog or puppy and each breed has their own unique personalities and health care needs.

Petplan takes a look at the origins, temperament and common health problems of the English Cocker Spaniel...

Stories from the surgery: treat pyloric stenosis in dogs

Stories from the surgery: treat pyloric stenosis in dogs
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Each month Petplan vet Brian Faulkner takes a look at some of the issues he comes across in his day-to-day life as a practising vet.

This month Brian discusses a case that surprised even him…

Mammary Cancer Stories from the surgery: mammary cancer in dogs and the importance of spaying Dog Spaying | Stories From The Surgery

Mammary Cancer Stories from the surgery: mammary cancer in dogs and the importance of spaying Dog Spaying | Stories From The Surgery
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Each month Petplan vet Brian Faulkner takes a look at some of the issues he comes across in his day-to-day life as a practising vet.

This month Brian discusses a worrying increase in the number of cases of mammary cancers in dogs that he has seen in the past few years…

How to keep your pets safe and healthy during autumn

How to keep your pets safe and healthy during autumn
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Autumn can be a great time of year – the chunky scarves and thick coats come out, your garden becomes a blaze of reds and yellows, and, of course, there’s the joy of letting your cat or dog leap about in piles of crisp leaves.

However it’s vital to keep in mind that, while autumn can be fun, it can also play host to a variety of problems for your pet.

Petplan looks at some of the things you need to keep an eye out for...

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