The Innocent Hound Blog

What are Fleas and Ticks and How We Can Prevent Them.

Posted by Beverley Scott on

Fleas and ticks are ectoparasites – this means that they live on the outside of your dog. Whilst being horrible to think about, they also have the chance to cause irritation and inflammation in your canine companion as well as potentially to us!

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Take Your Dog to Work Day - Friday 23rd June

Posted by Beverley Scott on

This Friday, 23rd June is take your dog to work day, Here at The Innocent Hound, every day is take your dog to work day for us, with Ziggy and Mash being our resident hounds, overseeing all operations going on in our offices and getting plenty of cuddles at The Innocent Hound.

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How to Keep Training Fun

Posted by Phoebe Mason on

 Dog training doesn't have to be a tedious or boring experience! In fact, making training fun can help to keep your dog engaged and motivated to learn. Here are some ideas for fun dog training activities.   Play fetch: Fetch is a great way to combine exercise and training. Start by teaching your dog to retrieve and bring back a toy or ball, then gradually add commands like “drop” or “stay” to make the game more challenging. Use interactive toys: Interactive toys, such as puzzle feeders, can be a great way to challenge your dog's mind and teach problem-solving skills....

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What To Feed Your New Puppy

Posted by Phoebe Mason on

What your puppy eats sets the foundation for their overall health and nutrition for the rest of their life. Puppies go through intense growth and development, and can burn twice as many calories as an adult dog, so it’s important that their diet is balanced and meets their higher energy needs.

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Puppy Proofing Your Home

Posted by Phoebe Mason on

Puppy proofing your home is an important step for new dog owners . Puppies tend to explore the world through their mouths, which is a completely normal behaviour, however it does pose a potential risk if your dog starts chewing on something they shouldn't. 

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