Keeping your Dog Safe on the Road

The comfort and safety of your dog should come first regardless of how long you plan to travel for. Long drives can be hard on dogs, particularly puppies unfamiliar with long journeys, or older dogs who may struggle with stiffness or discomfort during extended periods of travel.  A few short test drives before embarking on longer trips is well worth testing out to help your…

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Dog experts warn what to do if your dog ingests blue-green algae

Warning to dog owners as blue-green algae spotted across the UK- signs to look out for  With the recent heat wave your pooch may want little better than to cool off by taking a dip in a lake, however dog owners are being warned to stay alert about blue-green algae a form of bacteria formed on ponds, lakes, and rivers which can have fatal consequences for…

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Indoor enrichment games to entertain your pup

Play hide and seekEveryone remembers this classic indoor game from their childhood, so why not play it with your furry friend too? There are two ways you can play hide and seek so your pup won’t grow tired. The first option appeals to your dog’s natural foraging skills and involves hiding small dog treats around your home and encouraging your pet to sniff them out.…

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Expert shares tips to keep your dog under control at the beach

Dog owners heading to the beach this summer are being offered expert advice on how to keep their pets safe, happy, and under control. With the weather warming up, dog training experts at ACME Kennels have shared their top training tips for keeping pets under control at the seaside.  Beaches can be a sensory overload for dogs, with roaming children, other pets, and wide-open spaces – making…

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Expert shares tips to keep your dog under control at the beach

Dog owners heading to the beach this summer are being offered expert advice on how to keep their pets safe, happy, and under control. With the weather warming up, dog training experts at ACME Kennels have shared their top training tips for keeping pets under control at the seaside. Beaches can be a sensory overload for dogs, with roaming children, other pets, and wide-open spaces – making…

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Dog owners warned as blue-green algae blooms spotted across the UK

The UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology has confirmed cases of blue-green algae across the Midlands, the Lake District, Scotland and Northern Ireland  The UK Centre for Ecology and Hydrology has confirmed reports of blue-green algae blooms across several UK areas, including Birmingham, the Lake District, Northern Ireland and Central Scotland, via its reporting app.* Blue-green algae, also known as cyanobacteria, tend to grow the…

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