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clear searchMy dog's aggressive on walks. What can I do?
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Q: My one-year-old Shih Tzu doesn't seem happy on her walks. She's very aware of everything around her, and I can't talk to people when we're out because she starts to bark and snap. She has started to growl at everyone she sees and is quite aggressive towards other dogs. If I try to block her view she turns that aggression onto me. She also has a sensitive tummy, so I can't give her too many treats to help train her out of this behaviour. It's a shame because she is lovely when we're in the house. What can I do?
Seven surprising facts about pets and their owners
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Results from the 2011 Petplan Pet Census were released today, and it's given us some fascinating insights into how we pet owners and our pets 'tick'. Here are some of the big figures from the census - and for more, just visit www.petplan.co.uk/petcensus* 37% of respondents have mixed up pet names with the name of their partner or children* 65% feel their pet is more reliable than their spouse
Older pets rule!
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Here's a lovely story we received from a Petplan customer whose "pet family" has lived to a ripe old age - and still brings her joy I just wanted to say a big thank you to Petplan for helping my geriatric family live to a ripe old age. My "pet family" consists of a 17-year-old shorthaired tabby Pandora, the matriarch; her 16-year-old sidekick
How to make your pet allergy a thing of the past
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Your new pet has arrived and is just starting to settle into its new home. And then it hits you - you're allergic to this beautiful bundle of joy. What do you do? We examine the options for people allergic to their pets. From the PetPeople magazine archive Pet allergies are, at best, a nuisance. At worst, they can cause a great deal of pain and discomfort. If you plan to get a pet, you might be frustrated to learn that some dogs can make you itch and cats make you sneeze. But can allergy sufferers live with pets?
Why you need to brush your puppy's teeth (and how to do it)
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Q: We've been advised to clean our puppy's teeth. Is it really necessary? How can we train him to tolerate it?
A: Yes - not only will it reinforce his position within the family pack (at the bottom!) but it will also improve his overall health. Allowing plaque to accumulate can lead to tooth and more general infections. But it is
A: Yes - not only will it reinforce his position within the family pack (at the bottom!) but it will also improve his overall health. Allowing plaque to accumulate can lead to tooth and more general infections. But it is
