Grow with your dog.
From their arrival at home to training and feeding. Support your dog with practical answers.
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01 / Dogs
First days
Keep the first day simple: offer a safe resting place, familiar food, water, frequent toilet opportunities and room to explore at the puppy’s pace.
Main guideYour puppy’s first day at home: a calm start
Plan your puppy’s first day with a quiet resting space, familiar food, toilet breaks and reassuring company through the first night.
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First daysHow to puppy-proof your home before arrival
Prepare a safe home for a new puppy: remove hazards, choose a resting area and organise food, toys and toilet access.
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First daysPuppy crying at night: how to help
Find out why a puppy may cry at night and how toilet breaks, a calm sleep routine and reassurance can help them settle.
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First daysA puppy’s daily routine: food, rest and learning
Build a flexible puppy routine around meals, toilet breaks, play, new experiences and uninterrupted sleep.
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Training
Teach one behaviour at a time, reward it when it happens and increase distractions only after your puppy succeeds in an easy setting.
Main guideHow to train a puppy with rewards
Start puppy training with consistent routines, timely rewards and short lessons in recall, calm greetings and everyday manners.
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TrainingPuppy toilet training: a practical routine
Teach a puppy where to pee and poo with well-timed breaks, immediate rewards and a calm response to accidents.
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TrainingPuppy biting hands and clothes: what to do
Manage normal puppy play-biting, provide suitable chew toys and learn when biting needs professional assessment.
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TrainingHow to socialise a puppy without overwhelming them
Introduce a puppy to people, dogs, sounds and places gradually, while checking what is safe before their vaccinations are complete.
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TrainingDog pulling on the leash: teach a looser walk
Teach a dog to walk on a loose leash with rewards, short practice sessions and pauses when the lead becomes tight.
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TrainingDog jumping on visitors: teach a calmer greeting
Manage the front door and teach your dog that guests give attention when all four paws stay on the floor.
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Body language and behaviour
Read the whole body and the context: one cue, such as a wagging tail, cannot tell you how a dog feels.
Main guideDog body language: how to read the whole picture
Learn to assess a dog’s posture, eyes, mouth, tail and surroundings to recognise comfort, fear and a need for space.
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Body language and behaviourMy dog barks when left alone: what to observe
Record when a dog barks during an absence and look for the wider pattern before assuming separation anxiety.
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Body language and behaviourSeparation anxiety in dogs: signs and support
Learn what to record when a dog struggles to be alone and why veterinary and individual behaviour support matter.
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Body language and behaviourDog afraid of loud noises: how to help
Help a dog frightened by fireworks, thunder or other loud sounds with a safe retreat and a gradual professional plan.
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Body language and behaviourScent games for dogs: easy ideas at home
Try simple searches for food or toys, slow sniffing walks and hiding games that match your dog’s ability.
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Feeding
A complete food suited to the dog should form the diet; some human foods can be occasional treats, while toxins require prompt veterinary advice.
Main guideWhat can dogs eat? Everyday food safety guide
Find out which familiar foods dogs may have as small treats, which ones to avoid and when to call a vet.
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FeedingCan dogs eat strawberries?
Dogs can usually have fresh strawberries as an occasional treat. Learn how to serve them and why processed strawberry products need checking.
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FeedingCan dogs eat banana?
Banana can be an occasional dog treat. Learn how to offer small pieces and when to check with your vet first.
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FeedingFoods toxic to dogs: what to avoid and what to do
Recognise dangerous foods such as grapes, chocolate and xylitol, and learn what information to give a vet after exposure.
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FeedingHow to choose dog food beyond the front of the bag
Compare dry and wet dog foods using life-stage suitability, nutritional completeness, manufacturer information and calorie content.
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