Monthly Archives: February 2016

Choosing a pet


You have seen a cute kitten/puppy/bunny on TV and want one! STOP!THINK! Is it right for your household and lifestyle?  The very old saying ‘Marry in haste, repent at leisure’ may be an old chestnut but definitively applies to getting a pet.  Just a few things to think about: Lifestyle – busy or quiet household? […]



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Adopting an older dog


Adopting an older dog not only gives him a second change but may also be better for you.  Puppies are cute but require a lot of time and effort with toilet training, general training (learning manners!) and cannot be left alone except for very short periods of time.  Young adults may need a lot of […]



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Even your ‘oldie’ must be microchipped


Microchipping of dogs becomes compulsory in England form April 6th, 2016.  Your dog must be chipped and registered on an approved database within 21 days of that date, and you also have 21 days to change details (e.g. address, telephone number on the database.  It is an owner’s responsibility to make sure that these details […]



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