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PETVET registration and microchips: what cat, dog and ferret owners in Turkey need to knowFor pet owners living in Turkey: registering owned cats and dogs through digital identification is required by law. What is a microchip, where do you apply, what do you do if your pet is lost or dies, and what do you need to travel abroad?7 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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12 foods you should never give your dogChocolate, grapes, onions, sugar-free gum… Some foods in our kitchens are a serious danger to dogs. Which ones, why, and what to do if your dog has eaten one?6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Fireworks and thunder: how to help a frightened dogNew Year's Eve, weddings, football celebrations… How to prepare ahead for dogs that are scared of loud bangs, what to do on the night, and ways to reduce the fear in the long run.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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Your new puppy is home: the first day, the first night and the first weekA ready home, a calm first night, toilet training from day one and the socialization period you shouldn't miss. A step-by-step guide to a good start with your puppy.6 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

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Dogs in hot weather: hot cars, walk times and the signs of heatstrokeThe inside of a car can turn into a deadly oven within minutes, and hot pavement can burn paws. What you need to know to protect your dog in the summer months.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Walking without pulling: loose leash training, step by stepNo more walks that feel like your arm is about to come off. Reward-based loose leash training that takes patience but works, plus the right equipment.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Does your dog cry when left alone? Understanding separation anxiety and teaching it to be alone, step by stepAccording to the RSPCA, 8 out of 10 dogs find it hard to be left alone, but half of them don't show it. The signs, what not to do, and how to teach your dog to be alone step by step.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Sniffing games: 7 simple games that make your dog happyA study found that dogs who played sniffing games for two weeks behaved more "optimistically". Sniffing games you can set up at home in a few minutes, plus safety notes.5 min read · Last checked: October 24, 2026Read →

Dog body language: does a wagging tail always mean a happy dog?Dogs tell you how they feel with small signals first: yawning, lip licking, the whites of the eyes, freezing. Spotting these "whispers" early protects both your dog and the people around it.6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

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Kids and dogs at home: supervision, a place your dog can retreat to, and rules to teach your childDogs and children can be great friends; but according to the RSPCA, people are far more likely to be bitten by their own family's dog than by an unfamiliar one. Close supervision, a quiet spot that belongs to the dog and a few simple rules keep this friendship safe.6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

Dog grooming at home: how often to brush, when to bathe, and how to make nail and paw care a habitHow often to brush for each coat type, why frequent baths aren't a good idea, watching out for the quick of the nail, and checking paws after walks. The secret to all of it is getting your dog used to being handled, slowly and with rewards.6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

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Adopting a shelter dog: questions to ask before you decide, getting your home ready and patient first daysGiving a home to a shelter dog is a wonderful decision, but it's a promise that spans years. What to ask yourself before adopting, how to prepare before the dog arrives, and how to let it settle in at its own pace in the first days.7 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

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Car travel with your dog: safe restraint, breaks, dealing with car sickness, and never leaving your dog in the carA dog roaming freely in the car distracts the driver and can get hurt itself if you brake suddenly. The right way to restrain your dog, step-by-step training, breaks, and practical tips for a dog that gets car sick.6 min read · Last checked: October 26, 2026Read →

The dog who won't come back: teaching recall, step by stepYou keep calling your dog's name at the park, and your dog is in another world. Coming when called is a skill you can teach: one word, generous rewards, a long line and patience.7 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →

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Dogs in cold weather: coats, staying visible in the dark, frozen lakes and antifreezeWinter brings early dark evenings, icy sidewalks and frozen lakes. Which dogs need a coat, how to stay visible in the dark, and winter's sneakiest dangers.7 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →

Why is your dog barking? Finding the cause and calming things down without punishmentBarking is your dog's language; before trying to silence it, you need to understand what it's saying. The causes of barking, a barking diary, common situations at home and why punishment doesn't work.7 min read · Last checked: October 28, 2026Read →

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