Warmer days are here, and what better time to get outdoors and spend quality time with our four-legged friends? Picnics in the park, beach trips and countryside hikes are lots of fun, but all the excitement can affect our dogs’ behaviour.
With this in mind, our featured article explains how to manage your dog stealing and hiding things. In the article, pet behaviourist Karen Wild shares her top tips for having fun with your dog, all while keeping your socks, post and other items intact. As Karen writes: “Dogs don’t take things to be spiteful, they are trying to meet a need. It is possible that they don’t have enough to do in the daytime or you have a dog with a stronger instinct to explore.”
Elsewhere in this issue, we take a look at some of the health and welfare issues faced by pedigree cats and share some expert tips for raising happy chickens. We also delve into some of the hidden pet dangers lurking in your garden shed.
Finally, if you’re thinking about taking on a more unusual pet, check out our expert guide to axolotls. From creating the right habitat to common misconceptions, Emma Chandley explains everything you need to know about these unique and fascinating amphibians.
