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Many members of our team have been experienced dog owners themselves for many years. We believe that this contributes significantly to our ability to provide competent advice to our customers at all times – we’re happy to share our knowledge and experience on a wide range of topics with you in our advice articles. We hope you enjoy browsing.

  • My dog is not eating

    When dogs refuse to eat, many dog owners get worried. Loss of appetite should be observed more closely as the first warning sign.

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  • Gastric torsion

    Gastric torsion or, more precisely, gastric torsion complex is a life-threatening, often dramatic disease that, if left untreated, usually leads to death within a very short time.

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  • Dog food declaration

    If you want to buy a high-quality food for your dog, you should not be fooled by pretty pictures and promising advertising, but rather take a look at the declaration.

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  • BMI in dogs

    According to a study from the USA, around one third of our four-legged friends are carrying a little too much weight. Obesity can have serious health consequences, and not only for humans.

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  • Calorie requirements for dogs

    Weight tables of specific dog breeds are for guidance only. It is better to judge individually whether your dog is the ideal weight.

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  • Helpful tips for going on holiday with your dog

    To ensure you can relax as hoped on a holiday with your dog, we have put together some helpful tips for you.

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  • Fetch training

    Fetching is fun, but it doesn't work for every dog right away. It is best to try it with food dummy. This is a bag filled with treats that is sure to pique your dog's interest.

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  • Water games for dogs

    We explain how you can cool your dog down and keep it busy at the same time in summer.

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  • Hiking with your dog

    We show you what to look out for so you can experience a really wonderful hike with your dog.

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  • Baking dog cookies

    Like us humans, dogs also love delicious biscuits - and not only at Christmas time. We have created recipes for dog biscuits that you can easily bake at home.

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  • Time to go for a walk

    Find out what to consider when walking your dog, how the movement affects the dog's health and how much
    time you should plan for walking everyday.

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  • Dog-tired

    We explain how much sleep
    your dog needs and what you can do to give them the rest they need.

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  • Clicker training with a dog

    Clicker training is beneficial both for training a dog and for learning tricks or in dog sports. Here's what you should pay attention to.

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  • Make your own dog ice cream

    Summer, sun, heat - not only
    we are happy about an ice cream, but also our dog. We have designed 8 creations
    of dog ice cream to make yourself.

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  • Getting your dog used to water

    Is your dog afraid of water? We give you helpful tips on how to get your dog used to water.

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  • Dog grooming

    A dog's coat is an important indicator of an animal's general state of health. To keep your four-legged friend healthy and happy, proper coat care is of crucial importance.

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  • Cleaning your dog's ears to prevent infection

    Regular cleaning of the dog's ears is important to prevent diseases or infections and thus avoid unpleasant treatment, or to recognize the problem at an early stage.

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  • Healthy dog joints

    Unfortunately, joint disease are common in dogs and can have various cases, some of which are avoidable. But how can you tell if your four-legged friend is suffering from joint pain?

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  • Food incompatibility in dogs

    The collective term 'food incompatibilities' includes allergies or intolerances to certain food components.

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  • How to prevent stress in dogs

    There are many reasons a dog can become stressed. It could be due to environmental changes, social situations or health issues.

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  • Ticks in dogs - how to protect your dog properly

    As tick bites on dogs are commonplace, we explain which prophylaxis is the best way to protect your dog from ticks and the possible secondary diseases.

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  • First aid for dogs

    The same applies to dogs as it does to humans: in emergencies, doing the right thing until the vet arrives can save lives. We have summarised some of them for you below.

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  • The coat - mirror of health

    The dog's coat is a very good indicator of its health. Hair loss, dandruff, a greasy or dull coat indicate diseases or nutritional deficiences that need to be clarified individually.

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  • Tick head on a dog: tips for removing ticks

    When removing a tick from a dog, it is not uncommon for the head to get stuck in the skin. Many dog owners are concerned because the risk of transmitting pathogens is high.

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  • Detox for dogs

    What exactly does detoxing your dog mean and how does it work? the topic of detoxification has been a trend of us humans for a long time, and it is now also being applied to our four-legged friends.

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  • Your puppy moves in

    The times has finally come: you're about to welcome a puppy to your home! This is the start of an exciting time for you and your four-legged friend.

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  • The growth

    The main growth phase for your dog spans from the third to the seventh month. You will be amazed at how quickly your little puppy grows.

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  • Puppy play

    Especially in the beginning, when a new little four-legged friend moves in, it is important to keep the puppy properly occupied.

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  • Your puppy at the vet's

    "Create a positive experience": This is the number one rule for your pet's first few trips to the vet.

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  • The diet of puppies

    In the growth and development phase, it is essential to feed little ones a healthy and balanced puppy food in order to lay the corner stone for a healthy dog's life.

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  • Socialisation & training

    In most cases, the puppy's socialisation phase and the important developmental steps that go with it begin when it joins the new family.

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