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  • Why do pups eat poo (poop) and what, if anything, can be done?

    Why do pups eat poo (poop) and what, if anything, can be done?




    Coprophagia (eating poo (faeces)) isn’t uncommon, particularly among puppies, and as it is something humans tend to be disgusted by the question that is often asked by owners is what can be done about it and secondly, why they do it.
    Suggestions for preventing/stopping the behaviour


    Keeping, for the moment, just to puppies and house training you could try …

    Always taking your pup out on a lead for house-training
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  • Warm Weather Hazards - Ticks and Lyme Disease (Seasonal Series)

    Warm Weather Hazards - Ticks and Lyme Disease (Seasonal Series)





    Lyme disease is a potentially serious condition in both humans and dogs. While, if diagnosed and treated early, Lyme may cause few problems, if left undiagnosed it can go on to have life-changing or life-limiting effects. Having friends who have been infected with Lyme I cannot over emphasise the importance of recognising the signs and getting a diagnosis and correct treatment – for more information visit the Global Lyme Alliance

    Ticks live by sucking blood
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  • Hot Weather Advice (Seasonal series)

    Hot Weather Advice (Seasonal series)



    Hot weather will mean different things to people in different parts of the world. A hot day where I live may be quite cool to someone living in a less temperate climate. The way dogs are cared for also varies, for instance keeping dogs outdoors is more common in some parts of the world than others.

    As a result of these variations advice can only be general and will never cover every eventuality. When reading this article dog owners, or anyone with dogs in their care,
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  • Brucella Canis is on the Rise

    Brucella Canis is on the Rise

    Brucella canis is being found in an increasing number of dogs in the UK due to the number of dogs being imported from Europe. It is not only passed on between dogs, particularly during mating and from bitches to puppies, it can also be passed from dogs to humans (zoonotic).

    As the condition can be transmitted by infected dogs to anyone coming into contact with them, including owners and canine professionals, it is important to ensure any dog from Europe is tested. All rescue organisations
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    Last edited by Click; 06-04-2025, 09:48 AM. Reason: To add the link to the Brucella Canis Hub
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