Looking after your dog

Everything about puppies and pooches!

From house-training to chomping canines, our factsheets are full to the brim with advice about keeping your dog happy and healthy.

Alone at home - dogsAlone at homeBeing home alone can be extremely frightening for some dogs. This factsheet will help you understand and cope with the problem. Basic first aid - dogsBasic first aidFind out about basic first aid so you’re prepared in an emergency.  Basic health care - dogsBasic healthcareLearn more about how you can help to keep your dog healthy.  Be safe with dogsBe safe with dogsThis factsheet will help you and your family stay safe around dogs.  Caring for the older dogCaring for the older dogJust like people, dogs slow down as they get older. This factsheet will help you care for an older dog. Caring for your adult dogCaring for your adult dogThis factsheet will help you understand how to care for an adult dog. Caring for your puppyCaring for your puppyThey may be adorable but taking on a puppy is a huge responsibility. Find out what it entails and how to care for your new arrival.  Caring for your sick dogCaring for your sick dogThis factsheet will help you if you’re caring for a poorly dog.  ChewingChewing and how to control it Dogs love to chew and this factsheet will help you make sure it’s not your favourite shoe that ends up with teeth marks. Photo of dog with unwanted clothes Choosing the right breed There are so many breeds of dog out there it’s hard to know where to start. This guide will help you learn more about some of the most popular types of dog and what characteristics they’re known for. Choosing the right dogChoosing the right dogShould you get a puppy or an older dog? Find out what’s best for you.  Clicker train your catClicker training your petClicker training is a really great way of teaching your pet new things in a positive way and making learning fun for both of you. Coping with cancer - dogsCoping with cancerUnderstand how cancer can affect dogs.  Dogs and human healthDogs and human healthFind out how to keep your family – and your dog – healthy.  Caring for your sick dogDogs and muzzlesHow to train your dog to wear a muzzle. Finding the right pet for youFinding the right pet for youThis factsheet will help you choose the right pet for you and your family.  Getting back into shapeGetting back in shape The nation’s getting fatter – and it’s not just people! Find out how to get your portly pooch back in shape.  Hidden dangersHidden dangersDiscover the hidden dangers facing your dog and what you can do to help prevent them.  House training an adult dogHouse-training an adult dogHouse-training an adult dog? This factsheet has lots of advice for you.  How to play with your dogHow to play with your dogThis factsheet has advice on how to play with your dog. Indoor kennel 180Indoor kennelThis factsheet explains how to chose the right indoor kennel, how to use it effectively and how to introduce your dog to the kennel. Adoption processIntroducing your dog to the family Meeting a new family can be scary for a dog and this factsheet will help you make the process as smooth as possible. HHP horse in paddock subKeep dogs and horses safe around each otherSome dogs have never seen a horse before, and if they are scared or nervous they may react by chasing the horse. Our factsheet offers advice on avoiding this troublesome situation.  Moving house and travelling with your dogMoving house and travelling with dogsThis factsheet will help if you’re planning on moving house or travelling with your dog.  Nervous dogsNervous dogsDiscover the signs of a nervous dog and how to gain their trust.