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Vet visits4 min read

Hot spots in dogs: the sore patch and the itch behind it

A wet, painful skin patch can develop quickly. Learn why hot spots need assessment, what history helps and why the underlying itch matters.

Vet visits4 min read

A swollen ear flap: aural haematoma in dogs and cats

A balloon-like swelling of the ear flap needs veterinary assessment. Understand the ear problem underneath it and the questions to ask about treatment.

Vet visits4 min read

A lump near a nipple: mammary masses in dogs and cats

A small or painless mammary lump still deserves prompt investigation. Prepare for examination, sampling, staging questions and an individual treatment plan.

Vet visits4 min read

Lymphoma in cats: questions after a suspected diagnosis

Understand what tests can establish feline lymphoma, why subtype matters and how to discuss treatment, comfort and follow-up without promises.

Behaviour4 min read

Why is my dog barking so much? Start with the trigger.

Barking is communication, not a diagnosis.

Behaviour4 min read

Dog barking or howling at night: what changed?

Night-time barking needs a practical investigation, not a louder bedtime rule.

Behaviour4 min read

A digging dog needs an explanation and a safe outlet.

Digging can be exploration, an attempt to reach something, a way to find a cooler resting place or part of a worry-related pattern.

Behaviour4 min read

Dog chewing furniture: protect the room and find the reason.

Chewing a chair does not tell you whether your dog is teething, exploring, bored, uncomfortable or distressed.

Behaviour4 min read

Why dogs hump: context before embarrassment.

Mounting is not limited to male dogs and is not always sexual.

Puppies & kittens4 min read

The teenage dog: rebuild the routine, not the punishment.

A growing dog may become more distractible, exploratory or easily excited as they move through adolescence.

Training4 min read

Teach a hand target: a little touch with useful possibilities.

A hand target teaches your dog to move their nose towards an offered hand voluntarily.

Training4 min read

A chin rest your dog can leave: cooperative-care practice.

A chin rest is a voluntary position, not a way to hold a dog's head still.

Training4 min read

Clicker or marker word? Make the message clear.

A marker is a brief signal that tells your dog which action earned a reward.

Training4 min read

Collar or harness: choose fit and comfort before a label.

The best walking equipment is comfortable, secure, in good condition and suitable for your dog's body and behaviour.

Training4 min read

Choosing a dog trainer: questions before the first class.

Ask a prospective trainer how they teach, what happens when a dog struggles and which equipment they use.

Dog people4 min read

My dog is missing: make a calm, coordinated search plan.

If your dog is missing, secure the remaining pets, check nearby hiding places and organise a coordinated search.

Behaviour4 min read

Why cats knead: the little biscuit-making question.

Kneading is the alternating paw movement often seen on a blanket, cushion or person.

Behaviour4 min read

Why is my cat chattering at birds?

A cat watching a bird may make rapid clicking, chattering or chirping sounds.