How to name your dog
Find out our top tips on how to name your dog. Our Petlog data has revealed 2022's most popular names, read them to gain inspiration.
Caring for your new puppy
There's a lot to consider when you first bring your new puppy home, including feeding, walking, training, vaccination, socialisation and child safety. We'll help to ensure you're well prepared to care for your new four-legged friend.
How to name your dog
Picking up your new puppy
Ensure you're well prepared when you go to pick up your pup, so you can both have a relaxed journey home.
As your puppy grows into an adult
From behavioural changes to sexual maturity, discover what you can expect as your puppy grows into an adult dog.
Feeding your puppy or dog well
It's important that your dog has a well balanced, healthy diet. Learn more about which diet is best for your dog and why.
How to socialise your puppy
Like human children, puppies are not born with the social skills that they require to live with their family. Learn why socialisation is important.
The best environment for your puppy
Young puppies have a lot to learn, so it's best to ensure your home is 'dog proof'. Learn more about how to keep them safe and sound.
Child safety around dogs and puppies
When introducing a new puppy or baby into the family, follow these steps to ensure the whole family is happy living together.
What about when I'm away?
Do you occasionally have to leave your puppy alone for more than a few hours? Read our tips on leaving your puppy alone.
Protecting against dog theft
Protect your dog against dog theft by reading our top tips for keeping your dog safe and how to be proactive in protecting your four-legged friend.
Dog care
As a new dog owner, it's important to know how to take care of your dog and of your responsibilities as well. Discover more about how to care for your dog.
Travelling with your dog
Whether you go by car or public transport, we have advice to ensure that as lockdown eases you're fully prepared and don’t forget anything when travelling with your dog.
Day trips with your dog
With lockdown restrictions easing, you may be considering taking your puppy with you to cafes and pubs, but you’ll need to plan ahead so that you know what to expect.
Holidays with your dog
When choosing a destination, it’s important that you do your research. The place that you stay will need to be somewhere that's dog friendly, but it's also useful to find out if there's lots of dog friendly activities to do nearby.
Overseas travel
Alongside the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, we've created a list of things to remember so that your trips is as stress-free as possible and in line with any requirements, following Brexit and the pandemic.
Coping with the loss of your dog
The death of a dog can sometimes hit us hard. Grieving for your dog is tough, but it’s important that you take the time to understand how you feel and find ways to cope with these difficult emotions.