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What if your dog’s greatest superpower was already switched on… just waiting to be used? I’m Mandy Rigby, a scent work instructor and founder of Canine Scentwork Academy, and my passion is helping dog owners see their dogs differently, not as “just pets”, but as capable beings with extraordinary noses. Scent work taps into the dog’s primary sense, their sense of smell, and it's how they understand the environment. Long before we asked dogs to sit, stay or walk nicely on a lea

Gentle, Natural Support for Skin, Joints, Digestion & Everyday Comfort. Winter can be quietly demanding on dogs. Cold air, wet walks, muddy paws, indoor heating, and reduced movement all place extra pressure on skin, joints, digestion, and general comfort. A thoughtful winter routine focuses on gentle, supportive care — helping your dog stay comfortable without overwhelming their system. Here’s how to support your dog naturally through the colder months Calming Winter Skin &

A recent nationwide survey has revealed 34% of dog owners are unsure about training, with recall, loose-lead walking and reactivity among the most common issues. Telling your dog off by shouting or repeatedly saying “no” is a common way for owners to try discipline their dogs, but past studies have revealed using a negative reinforcement-based methods is actually the least effective method . With gentle parenting becoming more popular as seen in wider parenting discussions an

Dog owners are worried about their dogs’ weight, with searches for “best dog weight” up 20% compared with last year. Queries about cats are on the rise too, with “cat diet” searches jumping by 61% in November 2025 and “overweight cats” up 58%. Animal Behaviourist Hannah Molloy offers expert advice on managing your pet’s physical and emotional wellbeing this year. 27 January 2026: As the new year gets well underway, many of us are looking to settle into healthier habits – and

With dogs spending more time indoors and actively seeking out warm spots, canine experts are warning that this common winter behaviour could be putting pets at risk of skin damage and masking underlying joint pain, potentially leading to costly vet bills if issues go unnoticed. Michael Nelson, canine expert at Kennel Store, a leading UK outdoor dog kennel provider, says prolonged exposure to direct heat can cause lasting skin damage and mask underlying joint pain. “Dogs don’t

Hundreds of people and their dogs marched in London, Manchester, Glasgow and Exeter. London, United Kingdom – On Saturday 31st January and Sunday 1st February 2026, hundreds of people and their dogs took part in peaceful protests across the UK, demanding an end to hunting with dogs in Spain. The protests, took place in Exeter, Glasgow, Manchester and London, coincide with the end of the Spanish hunting season, when up to 100,000 dogs ––primarily Galgos and Podencos—are abando

The Joy, the Chaos, and the Running in Circles (Usually Literally) Working with Border Collies in rescue is equal parts uplifting, exhausting, and unintentionally comedic. These dogs are brilliant, sensitive, quirky, and occasionally capable of outsmarting every human on the premises—including the one holding the treat bag. The Positives: Watching nervous, shut-down collies slowly switch back on—ears lifting, tails loosening, eyes brightening as they realise the world isn’t a

Shorter walks. Richer sniffs. Simple indoor scent games for winter days. Some dogs seem energised by frost, moving as though the cold air switches them on. If they are fit, well-conditioned and the footing is safe, let them enjoy using that winter energy. For many others, the season naturally shifts the pace. Older dogs, short coated breeds such as the whippet, or those recovering from injury may prefer a shorter, more scent-led walk before returning home to warmth and a snoo

With colder weather returning and more areas facing icy pavements and heavy rainfall, dog owners are being warned that common assumptions about winter walks may be putting their pets at risk. Many dogs react differently to the cold depending on their size, coat type and age and not taking this into consideration can leave dogs struggling far sooner than people realise. Chris Maxted, director of dog safety gate company Dog-G8 and pet safety ad-vocate warns Brits about the win

Remember the song? The days of pet shops and puppies in the window are thankfully almost extinct in this country. However, step forward social media and websites advertising almost anything for free, including dogs and animals of all sizes and breeds. Especially popular are the so called ‘handbag’ dogs who have been specifically overbred for the market. I wonder how many people purchasing these realise just how these puppies are bred and the conditions that they have had to l