Editor’s letter

Just like humans, elderly dogs are often overlooked

TRUE IMPACT OF RISING LIVING COSTS REVEALED

NEWS. CHAT. INTERVIEWS. PICTURES. COMPETITIONS. D og owners

MONEY-SAVING

TIPS In an effort to support owners amid

HIGH FIVE!

Kev Saunders and Zak Two special canines, which

HOUND-UP

STOP, THIEF! With dog theft at a seven-year

CRAZY DAISY!

Daisy had swallowed a total of £2.68! B

IT’S A DATE

WHAT’S ON IN SEPTEMBER? ● September 3: 12noon

PUT DOGS ON LEADS AROUND RIVERS AND PONDS

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) is urging owners

FRIEND OR FOE?

Cats and dogs can live harmoniously together, but if yours don’t get along, it can be stressful. Behaviourist Toni Shelbourne advises on the best ways to introduce them.

Golden OLDIES!

This month four readers share their love for the older dogs in their lives…

Keeping up APPEARANCES

The innovative Style to Rescue Show is back live, helping rescue dogs and raising vital funds. Sue Cor field repor ts.

STOPPING THE ROT?

IT’S A VET’S LIFE! September 2022

Part of the team!

Helping dogs to find their forever homes can be hugely rewarding. Joanne Bednall talks to Rosemar y Salter, a volunteer for 23 years at the UK’s largest dog welfare charity Dogs Trust, to find out more.

Get PUPPY WISE!

Thinking of getting a puppy? Then make sure you get off to the right start.

LETTERS

AN AMAZING EXPERIENCE

FREEBIES

Check out our freebies this month — your chance to win some fabulous prizes!

GROWING pains !

Getting the exercise balance right for a new pup can seem daunting, but it doesn’t need to be. Julie Hill finds out more.

GLUTEAL MUSCLE INJURY

Climbing up and down stairs can be problematic

ON THE SIDE OF CAUTION

H aving large breeds, I’d always err on

FEEDING THROUGH THE AGES

ABOUT JACQUELINE Dr Jacqueline Boyd is an animal

“SEEING YOGI SO HAPPY, I KNOW IT WAS THE RIGHT DECISION...”

Anna Gaughan tells Joanne Bednall how the experience of coping with her dog’s cancer diagnosis and the removal of his nose has made her a better vet.

Dog SHOPPING

Snap up some star buys this September.

The phantom menace

False pregnancy can affect any unspayed female dog, and the condition may be anything from a mild inconvenience to life -changing. Julie Hill finds out more.

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DOG Answers

Got a problem with your dog? Whether it’s

The Gallery

Give your dog his five minutes of fame.