Finer Dogs

Is Your Dog Overweight? Being overweight is a massive issue right now for people and it can affect dogs too. We are now living  much more sedentary lives and with less exercise it is increasing likely we will put on more weight. The best way to combat this issue is to identify it early and ward it off from the start. It is much more difficult to lose weight further down the line. So if you see any of the following signs, it’s time to take some loving action! Ribs – You should be able to feel the ribs with...

‘Guardian Angel’ Autism Dog Hey Everyone, Just say a beautiful news story that made my day and though I would share it with you. Currently in the UK the Crufts dog show is being held, which is the largest dog show on earth. It is an annual event with dog competitions and a trade show. Along with it there are awards and recognition for special dogs. This year in the ‘Crufts Friends for Life hero dog’ competition, a Labrador by the name of Caddie has made it to the final. Caddie helps a young autistic boy with his everyday tasks...

Can you be too nice to your dog? Hey Everyone, We love our dogs, and want the best for them in every way possible. They are our best friends and part of the family. Loyal and kind, without a doubt the best companion you can ask for! For these reasons we want to show gratitude and kindness to them. Shower them with treats, gifts and affection. However is it possible to be too kind? Can you really overdo it with your niceness? In general I fully believe there is no such thing as being too kind to them. However there are some...

How To Determine Your Dogs Age Accurately  Dog age is a tricky one! There is a common misconception that every 1 dog year is 7 human years, however this is not true… This seems to be from a common misconception and may have gotten popular, as it is a simple calculation. 7:1 ratio is very easy to remember and loosely correlates to an average human lifespan as well at 10 years to 70 years for a human. However the American Veterinary Medical association has broken it down as: The first 15 human years equal to 1 dog year. The second...

Dog Paw Maintenance In The Winter Winter can be difficult for us at times so do not underestimate how difficult it can be for your dog as well. Paws especially can come in for a difficult time battling the elements such as rain and snow due to the harsh environment winter creates. So it is really important that you keep paws nice and healthy during this period to minimise any issues. Here are some tips and ideas to help during this period: Nails – Very important that they are not kept too long all year round and especially in the winter....