FANCY FOOTWORK

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Talking dogs

Government plans to boost animal welfare The Government’s

All by myself. . .

Lockdown has presented a series of challenges, but for dog owners who have spent more time with their faithful friends than ever before, there may be further hurdles to come. Alison Gallagher-Hughes investigates

Balancing act

Do you struggle to get your dog to walk nicely on the lead? Often, it all comes down to balance, as Toni Shelbourne explains

A jab worth doing!

Vaccinations for our dogs have come under the spotlight recently, as Vicky Payne explains

LOVELY — NOT LETHAL

After her Beagle ingested two types of toxic plant Claire Ransom adapted her successful online business to educate owners and promote dog-friendly flora. Joanne Bednall reports

FREEBIES

We’ve got a cracking collection of giveaways for you this month. Have a look and see what you could win!

Emotionally charged!

Reducing your reactive dog’s stress levels and helping him to relax can change those negative feelings, advise behaviourists Toni Shelbourne and Claire Lush

LETTERS

GET IN TOUCH... Email your letters to sarah.wright@warnersgroup.co.uk

Do you KNOW your dog?

Check out our fun personality quiz to find out more about your dog’s character! You could be surprised at what you discover…

Dog SHOPPING

From an aromatherapy remedy to T-shirts, we’re bringing you some brilliant buys this month

LEARNING THE HARD WAY

DID YOU KNOW? Many people do more research

Tickets to DogFest at Knebworth House and Cirencester Park

It’s the ultimate dogs’ day out and you and your four-legged friend could be part of it

Sun, sea, and... DANGER!

A stomach full of sand after a trip to the beach nearly proved fatal for Cockerpoo Ruby.

A shared vision

Enhancing and enriching the lives of dogs and their owners is a goal for all the members of the Charter group, including the International Canine Behaviourists

A LASTING LEGACY FOR A BELOVED PET

“Harvey was the best ambassador for his breed and changed the opinion of so many people. I’m so proud of him, and his Pet Tribute Fund is my reminder of just how special he was.”

DOG Answers

Got a problem with your dog? Whether it’s

A CURE FOR MITES?

Q My dog suffers with harvest mites during

THE LEGACY OF LOCKDOWNS?

Q I am an experienced dog owner, but

DANGEROUS WATER

Keep a careful eye on your dog’s water

GROOM WITH A VIEW

Q I have always enjoyed grooming and clipping

HOW TO BEE CAREFUL!

Q At this time of year, my dog

LITTLE dog with BIG dog fear

Q The moment my female Lhasa Apso sees

The Gallery

Give your dog his five minutes of fame

Tickets to All About Dogs Norfolk and Newark shows

Enjoy a day out with your dog at these fun-packed shows — created by dog lovers for dog lovers!

Canine castaways!

Imagine you were stuck on a desert island — which dog or dogs would you want to take with you?