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Recent groundbreaking research into canine heart disease is changing the way we treat one of the most common heart conditions.

It is estimated that one dog in ten may suffer from some type of heart disease.

Summer is a great time to take your dog swimming but did you know that an innocent dip can lead to an ear infection for your dog?

Ear infections are painful for your furry friend so here's how to spot them!

It's time to crank the air-conditioning for flat-faced dogs such as the Pug, French Bulldog and Cavalier King Charles Spaniel.

These dogs (known as Brachycephalic breeds) are not very well designed for our hot summer months and are very susceptible to heat stress.

As the festive season is in full swing and New Year's Eve approaches, you can bet there will be fireworks going off somewhere.

You might enjoy the show but your dog may find fireworks excruciatingly loud and absolutely terrifying.

From scary ghosts to jack-o-lanterns, this Halloween can prove a bit of a challenge for our four legged friends.

Don’t let your little ones become a victim by keeping to our top Halloween tips!

Does your furry friend have a lighter coat or lighter patches of fur?

Dogs with lighter coats are just as beautiful as those with darker coats, but they are prone to a few more skin conditions than normal.

Itchy skin can cause absolute chaos and really affect your dog's quality of life.

One of the most common and frustrating 'itchy skin' conditions we see in dogs is atopic dermatitis. It is particularly troublesome in spring and summer.

Here are our top tips for taking care of your pet's skin and preventing those itches.

When it comes to managing the itchy pet, there is no magic pill! It's all about prevention of parasites and taking action before things get out of control.

When it comes to diabetic pets, to give or not to give is the question!

Diabetes in dogs affects their pancreas, just as it does in humans. This means their pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to regulate their glucose levels. It also means that diet plays a pretty important role in managing their blood sugar levels and overall health.

Are your dog's eyes getting a little goopy and you’re wondering what it could possibly mean?

There are different reasons for that eye goop and some can be acceptable while others are more sinister. Let’s take a look at the most common types.