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Did your pet’s ears just perk up? Get expert recs on everything from dog training bites to catnip chew sticks, plus human foods for healthy snacks.

a close up picture of a beagle chewing a chew

Scientists from the Waltham Petcare Institute explain how one simple buy could help your nervous pup feel more comfortable by themselves

Man and woman eating pancakes with blackberries while dog begs.

Blackberries can be a healthy, tasty treat for your dog – without the worry

group of three people and a dog gather round food on a picnic blanket on grass

There is nothing more humbling than apologising to a stranger in the park while your dog nibbles on their sausage roll

Side view portrait of black young woman playing with cute Shih Tzu dog and doing dog training.

Here’s your guide to how treats can help as your new pup is learning all the things

Young couple feeding their dog with healthy green food from the farmers market at home

Eight in-season and vet-recommended fruits and veggies that make for healthy, sustainable snacks for your pet

Dog lying on grass with a child standing next to them holding an easter basket filled with eggs.

Want to include your four-legged family member in the seasonal fun? Of course you do

German Shepherd with Bunny ears and Easter products around

How to include your pup in the Easter celebrations (no chocolate allowed)

Daschund dog sat on a chair looking up at owner eating hot cross buns

Sometimes ‘sharing is caring’ isn’t the best advice

white dog looking up at a table with a plate filled with food on it

What are the potential health implications for both humans and hounds?

Healing stone on Cavalier spaniel dog.

Your pet can benefit from your self-care practices, from supplements to acupuncture

Puppy eating a bowl of blueberries

From kale to quinoa, these nutrient-packed picks deserve a spot in your dog’s food bowl

View over the shoulder of a women eating peanut butter and bananas and feeding some of the peanut butter to her dog on a spoon

Peanut butter is widely considered one of dogs’ favourite snacks (and a great bribery tool) – but how much is too much?

A dog staring at a bowl of strawberries on a table

In moderation, strawberries are a tasty, healthy treat for your pup

Young blonde woman with a Jack Russell puppy during spring in the city.

A behaviourist reveals the most mouth-watering treats for training your pup

A person giving a banana to a dog.

Indulge your dog (safely) with these delicious and healthy snacks

A woman preparing avocado toast, while the dog is waiting for food.

Hold the avo toast, please

dog biting bubbles

You may think they smell disgusting, but your dog will love them

Beagle dog asks for cucumber in the kitchen.

That cucumber crunch is irresistible. Learn if your dog can get in on that action

Wooden table of autumn fruits and grapes, with a woman and a cute dog seated at it.

The answer is no, no, no and here’s why

Man crouching down to let two dogs eat out of a bowl

The key to curbing mindless snacking – according to a veterinarian

Couple eating pancakes with honey and golden retriever looking at them.

They shouldn’t exactly have their paw in the honey jar constantly, but the sweet stuff can be beneficial in some cases

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