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Wellbeing and care for dogs

From deciding to get a dog, right through to making the difficult decision to say goodbye. Here you'll find information on daily care for happy, healthy pets.

Luna, the XL bully, behind a measuring tape

XL bully ban explained

A springer spaniel called Willow lying clover filled in the grass on sunny day

Top spring dog walks

a puppy sits on a vet examination table whilst his owner gives him a treat and a vet uses her stethoscope

Puppy and dog vaccinations

A small black dog stands in a stream

Blue-green algae and its dangers to dogs

Dog for flea advice

Dog flea advice

Dog Kira in her new home

How to protect against dog theft

Snow walk with 2 Springers

Dogs in winter

Tug of War

Indoor games for dogs

Puppy and child

Puppies and children

German Shepherd cross Jan being scanned for a microchip by a member of the Blue Cross team

Microchipping your dog or cat

Dog splashing about on the beach

Best beach walks for dogs this autumn and winter

Dog jumping out of water with tennis ball in mouth

Travelling with your dog in the summer

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