Many ancient civilisations celebrated the new year not on 1 January, but in March. They certainly had a point: spring feels like a new beginning, as nature awakens after the cold, dark days of winter.

One of the challenges with worms is that dogs can carry them without showing obvious signs, particularly in the early stages. Worm eggs can survive in soil and grass for years, meaning dogs can become

Spring marks one of the biggest moments in the canine calendar: Crufts. In this issue, we offer some tips to get the most out of your visit... but most importantly come and say hello at the Your Dog s

One of life’s great pleasures is allowing your dog to run free off-lead, but it’s not always safe to do so. There may be all sorts of reasons why you can’t let him loose; maybe you haven’t got a relia

Whether you already own a dog or are thinking of welcoming one into your family, there is a lot to think about. First and foremost, you’ll need to make sure that your home setup is suitable – you want

As vets warn of a canine-obesity epidemic, one owner sizes up the science and asks: how can we help our dogs stay in shape and live longer?