"The Role of Dogs in Ancient Civilizations"

 Our dogs depend on us to look after them and we want nothing more than to help them to live full, happy and healthy lives. Although most dogs don't see their vet very often, there are still many reasons your dog can become ill.

There are some steps you can take to reduce the risk of your dog becoming ill from some health issues, but sometimes problems can still occur despite giving your dog the best care. You know your dog best and you should always see your vet if you have any concerns.

A to Z of health and care issues 

We have created a number of articles on common health issues that can occur in dogs. These cover a broad range of topics; from arthritis to worms, highlighting the signs to watch out for, how the issues can occur and what you should do if you think your dog is affected. 

Top 5 most common health problems 

As a dog owner, it's important that you understand and are familiar with the common disorders that might affect your dog. Regular care, cleaning and general checking of your dog can make a big difference and will help to avoid some of these problems.

The top five problems in dogs are:

• gum disease
• ear infections
• obesity
• overgrown nails
• anal sac impaction

Most common questions about dog health and their behaviour

If you've ever wondered why your dog does certain things, are confused by their behaviour, or are looking for reassurance about common canine habits, then we’ve found the answers to some of the most frequently searched for questions on ‘why does my dog?’.

• Why does my dog eat grass?
• Why does my dog stare at me?
• Why does my dog shake?
• Why does my dog eat poo?
• Why does my dog follow me everywhere?
• Why does my dog lick me so much?
• Why does my dog lick my feet?
• Why does my dog sneeze so much?
• Why does my dog smell of fish?