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Which dog or puppy is right for you? Questions to consider when choosing your puppy Read more >

Which breed of dog or puppy is right for you? With so many different breeds of dog, how do you find the perfect puppy for you? Read more >

Choosing a puppy When they all look adorable, how do you choose the right puppy for your home? Read more >

Finding a good breeder Buying a pure-bred puppy? Why it’s vital to buy from a reputable breeder Read more >

Adopting a rescue puppy Does your local rescue centre take in puppies? This could be a great option for you. Read more >

Getting ready for your new puppy or dog What you’ll need before your puppy or dog arrives Read more >

Dog-proofing your home Making sure your home is safe for your new puppy or dog Read more >

Getting a second dog Help your dog make friends with a newcomer Read more >

How do I introduce my new dog to my cat? Help your dog make friends in the home Read more >

Worms Preventing, diagnosing and treating worms Read more >

Fleas Diagnosing, treating and preventing fleas Read more >

Ear mites Is your dog shaking their head or scratching their ears excessively? They could have ear mites. Read more >

Is my dog or puppy ill? A health checklist for your dog Read more >

Giving your dog medication Stress-free ways to give medicine to your dog Read more >

Canine colds How to recognise and treat your dog’s colds and coughs Read more >

Dog and puppy first aid What to do if your dog is injured or sick Read more >

Finding a good vet How to find a good vet, and what to expect Read more >

Avoiding vet fear How to make your dog’s trip to the vet stress-free Read more >

Vaccinations It’s vital to get your dog vaccinated Read more >

Allergies in dogs – how to recognise the signs Could that itch be an allergy? Read more >

All you need to know about neutering Find out when to get your dog neutered, and the benefits it brings Read more >

Dogs and obesity Helping your dog regain their figure Read more >

How much exercise do puppies need? Giving your puppy right amount of walks, games and training Read more >

Boosting immunity through nutrition Improving your dog’s immunity to medical and physical problems Read more >

Joint Care Scientifically proven to help ease joint stiffness and keep joints healthy Read more >

Dental Care FAQs and Myths With so many dogs overweight, is it responsible to suggest a high calorie treat? Read more >

How Pedigree® Dentastix® fights plaque and tartar build up Pedigree® Dentastix® are available in different sizes to suit different dogs (small, medium and large). Read more >

How to brush your dogs teeth Brushing is the single biggest difference you can make to your dog's oral health, but this can sometimes be tricky. Read more >

Your puppy’s first day at home Introducing your puppy to their new pack Read more >

Puppy development: from birth to 12 weeks Your puppy develops fast. Here’s what to look out for at each stage. Read more >

Reading your dog’s body language How to understand what your dog is trying to tell you Read more >

Giving your dog or puppy a bath If you’re well-prepared, bathing can be a great adventure for both you and your dog Read more >

Grooming your dog or puppy Here’s our guide to your dog’s daily grooming routine Read more >

Playing with your dog or puppy A great way to have fun and teach your dog basic obedience Read more >

Looking after your puppy’s paws Your puppy’s pads won’t have hardened yet, so you’ll need to take care Read more >

Looking after your puppy or dog’s teeth Dogs can suffer from gum disease, plaque and tartar. Here’s how you can help. Read more >

What to expect from your adolescent dog Just like humans, adolescence is a difficult time for dogs Read more >

Toilet trouble: what to do if your dog has an accident How to break the habit of excited or nervous accidents Read more >

Microchipping your dog or puppy Should I have my dog microchipped? Read more >

Taking your dog or puppy in to work Are you thinking of taking your dog to work? Here’s what you can do to make it easier. Read more >

Travelling with your dog or puppy How to take your dog on journeys Read more >

Feeding your dog or puppy Feed your dog a balanced diet to give them the nutrients they need Read more >

Ensuring good digestion High-fibre food is good for digestion and makes it easy to pick up poo Read more >

Problem-free mealtimes for puppies Puppies need a consistent feeding routine to avoid tummy upsets and settle in properly Read more >

What’s different about puppy food? Puppy food contains more than twice the calories of adult dog food, plus extra nutrients Read more >

A balanced diet for fast-growing puppies Your puppy needs the right mix of water, protein, carbohydrates, fats, minerals, vitamins and fibre Read more >

Why table scraps aren’t the best diet for your puppy Feeding your puppy your leftover food could be harmful – there are better ways to show your love Read more >

Want to try a different puppy food? It’s always best to start your puppy off on the food he’s used to but changing gradually is the key Read more >

Dry food, wet food or mixed? Here’s our easy-to-follow guide to the different types of puppy food Read more >

Feeding guidelines for puppies What food is best? How much and how often? Read more >

Could your puppy be overweight? It’s important to make sure your puppy is the right weight Read more >

Is your dog a fussy eater? What to do if your dog is otherwise healthy but off their food Read more >

Which vitamins does your dog need? The right vitamins help your dog’s body to grow and repair itself Read more >

Calcium, phosphorus and your dog Why your dog’s mineral balance is so important Read more >

Changing from puppy to adult dog food When to switch your puppy over to adult dog food Read more >

Carbohydrates and your dog Where does your dog get their energy? Read more >

Your dog’s changing diet A guide to your dog’s diet throughout their life Read more >

Puppy feeding FAQs All you need to know about feeding your puppy Read more >

Controlling your dog’s urge to chase Keep chasing in check and you’ll have a brilliantly behaved dog Read more >

Stop your dog or puppy chewing your stuff Teaching your dog the difference between shoes and chews Read more >

Preventing excessive barking Does your dog bark too much? Read more >

Can you stop your dog digging up your garden? Some dogs are bred especially to burrow Read more >

Stop your dog jumping up at people Discouraging jumping will help your dog make friends Read more >

Stop your dog straying away from home Give your dog plenty of exercise and plenty to do and they won’t roam Read more >

House training your dog Train your dog to tell you when they need the toilet Read more >

How to stop your dog from scavenging Distract your dog to prevent them eating something harmful Read more >

Basic training: repeat, reward and reinforce Repeat, reward and reinforce to make sure learning sticks Read more >

Help your dog or puppy understand you Communicate clearly so your dog knows what you want them to do Read more >

Toilet training your puppy How to house train your puppy in three weeks Read more >

How to stop your puppy from biting Does your puppy sometimes nip your finger? Here’s how to tackle a biting habit. Read more >

Boost your dog's confidence Confidence will help your dog get along with people and other animals. Read more >

Teach your dog to sit Teach your dog to sit and you’ll be able to control them in lots of different situations Read more >

Train your dog to “come” on command Teaching good recall will save you a lot of frustration and help to keep your dog safe Read more >

Teach your dog to shake paws Show your dog to how shake paws as a greeting Read more >

Teach your dog to beg Teaching your dog to sit on his haunches and lift both paws Read more >

Teach your dog to stand on their hind legs Here’s how to teach your dog to “stand tall!” on their hind legs Read more >

Teach your dog to roll over Follow these simple steps and teach your dog to roll over Read more >

Train your dog to lie down With the help of some treats, you’ll soon get your dog to lie down on command Read more >

Teach your dog to walk backwards Teaching your dog to walk backwards. Here’s how to do it. Read more >

Teach your dog to close doors With a little help, your dog can learn to close doors – here’s how Read more >

Tips for training an adolescent dog As they try to rebel, some extra work on obedience can help your adolescent dog Read more >

How to stop a dog fight What to do if your dog gets involved in a fight Read more >

How to manage a stressed dog Helping your dog to become more confident in stressful situations Read more >

How to make dog training easier Tips for training your dog Read more >

Doing agility training with your dog or puppy How to get started in dog agility Read more >

Dog and puppy obedience Essential obedience tips for gaining the upper paw Read more >

Socialising your puppy Help your puppy learn to be relaxed, confident and friendly Read more >

Pedigree Training Academy We bring you a set of functional videos to help you get a well-behaved best friend Read more >

Clicker Training Training your puppy is best achieved through rewarding good behaviour and ignoring unwanted behaviour. Read more >

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Dog age

Puppy Adult Senior

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Are you ready to own a dog?
Preparing for your new dog
Keeping your dog healthy
Caring for your dog
Training your dog
Feeding your dog

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