Indholdsfortegnelse for February 2022 i Your Dog

NO MIRACLE CURE My holistic practice gets a substantial number of enquiries from the desperate owners of dogs with cancer. Some are interested in diets to help their dogs. There is minimal evidence that a restricted carbohydrate diet can help to ‘starve’ cancer cells, although dogs struggling to take in enough food due to their cancer may enjoy a high fat, high protein diet. Omega 3 fatty acids from fish oil (DHA and EPA) may be helpful in some cancers due to their anti-inflammatory properties, although many commercial diets already contain enough. Antioxidants are controversial for pets undergoing cancer therapy as there is a concern that they may help protect cancer cells from radiotherapy or chemotherapy; however, supplementing with natural fruit and vegetable sources is unlikely to have a negative…

A GOOD READ Winter evenings are perfect for curling up with a book. Check out these new releases. CHILDREN’S CORNER MITZEE THE SCRIBBLE DOG GOES TO THE SHOPS BY SHARON BROWN, ILLUSTRATED BY MIK ELLIOTT. Adults will enjoy reading this short story to very young children, while slightly older children will be able to read the text for themselves. Based on the author’s own dog Mitzee, this self-published story follows the adventures of a lively little dog who comes to life through the pages of a young girl’s scribbled artwork. It will certainly fire the imagination and encourage children to draw. Beautifully illustrated with coloured drawings and large print. ● Price: £5.99 plus £2 p&p (£1 from each book sold goes to Dogs Trust). ● Available from: email sharonbrown200@btinternet.com or…

Sniffing out the stowaways We’re more aware than ever of the need to protect our environment and avoid further climate change. Julie Hill reports on the dogs who are helping in that essential endeavour. The Royal Research Ship (RRS) Sir David Attenborough is at the forefront of British polar research, and it is a huge ship. This state-of-the-art vessel is 129 metres long and 24 metres wide, weighing in at 15,000 tonnes. It can stay at sea for 60 days, has a crew of 30, with accommodation for up to 60 scientists and support staff. Able to break through up to one-metre-thick ice, it can also launch and recover aerial and ocean robotic systems. Image: Ian Fairbrother, Alamy Stock Photo; www.alamy.com With many facilities never before seen on a British…

DOG Answers Sponsored by THE EXPERT PANEL TAMSIN DURSTON is a canine behaviour officer in Dogs Trust’s canine behaviour and research team. TONY CRUSE is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers and the Institute of Modern Dog Trainers. VICKY PAYNE BVetMed, MRCVS is a holistic vet based in East Sussex. HOLLY MASH BVSc, MRCVS specialises in herbal medicine, acupuncture, and nutrition. JOANNE ANGUS LCGI is a founder member of the Guild of Master Groomers. JOHN BURNS BVMS, MRCVS is a vet, and founder of feed company Burns Pet Nutrition. STEPHEN JENKINSON is access adviser to Your Dog, the Kennel Club, and local councils. HEALTH CONNECTIVE TISSUE DISORDER Q My Golden Retriever has sadly been diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Can you tell me more about this condition and…

The Gallery Give your dog his five minutes of fame. To be included in our gallery, email your photos to gallery@yourdog.co.uk or post traditional prints to the address on page 4. Include your name, address, and daytime telephone number, plus your dog’s name and breed. Alternatively, you can share your images on social media at www.facebook.com/yourdogmagazine Twitter @yourdog. Please, no images of dogs playing with sticks or wearing extreme clothing!…

Part TWO STAY SAFE! A nice walk with your dog — the perfect way to get some fresh air, stretch your legs, and spend time bonding and enjoying each other’s company. What could possibly go wrong, asks Karen Bush? KNOW THE AREA If you’re exploring a new area, study maps and use the internet to research it, and take local advice about any potential hazards. Look for short cuts you can take along the way should you get tired or the weather starts to close in. PAPER MAP OR GPS? Both! GPS devices and map apps you can download to your smartphone will help you plan and navigate your route, but take a paper map as back-up in case your expensive technology gets lost, damaged, runs out of power, or…

FREEBIES Check out our freebies this month — your chance to win some fabulous prizes! HOW TO ENTER FREEBIES For your chance to win these fabulous prizes, enter online by visiting www.yourdog.co.uk/freebies, quote the code AJB73BJA, and follow the instructions on screen. The closing date for entries is February 15, 2022 (uk only). Please note, you can enter online from January 7, 2022. For full competition terms and conditions, visit www.warnersgroup.co.uk/competition-terms Image: flick.digital and the Kennel Club. PAIRS OF CRUFTS TICKETS Crufts, the world’s greatest celebration of dogs, is returning to the NEC in Birmingham, from March 10 – 13, 2022, and we have four pairs of tickets to give away. The four-day event will see over 200 breeds competing for the coveted title of Best in Show, as well…

Dog SHOPPING Forget gloomy February and focus on these awesome shopping suggestions instead. PLANT-POWERED AND PLANET-FRIENDLY It’ll be hard for your dog to keep his paws off these award-winning ethical and tasty Hemp Wellness Treats from plant-powered pioneers HOWND. Boasting 100 per cent natural hypo-allergenic ingredients, and packed with goodness, these cruelty-free, certified treats come in five flavours, each offering a different taste and health benefit. Keep Calm contains camomile —known to aid stress and anxiety — and is ideal before bedtime, a car journey, or vet visit. Got An Itch? features the antioxidant properties of turmeric; Yup You Stink! includes dried mint and parsley to aid digestion and tackle smelly breath; Golden Oldies helps to ease and support stiff joints, thanks to the inclusion of chondroitin and glucosamine; and…

Quick-fire questions WILL MY EXISTING PET HAPPILY ACCEPT A NEW PUPPY? Some people assume that their dogs would love a new friend, and while this may often be true, it is not always the case. Many people choose to get a puppy when their original dog is older, as they do not want to have a dogless house if something happens to the older pet. However, some senior pets are more set in their ways and bringing a puppy into their world can be really upsetting and distressing for them. Before making a decision, think about your current dog and seriously consider whether he would really appreciate sharing his home and life with another dog. Ask yourself these questions: ● Is my dog sociable with other dogs? ● How does…

LET SLEEPING DOGS LIE Often attributed to 18th century British politician and first prime minister Sir Robert Walpole, this proverb is actually much older, making its first appearance in print around 1380 in Geoffrey Chaucer’s epic poem ‘Troilus and Criseyde’. ‘It is nought good a slepyng hound to wake’ he observed, evidently having noted that dogs may behave unpredictably if suddenly disturbed from their slumber. By the mid-1500s the saying had become sufficiently established that John Heywood included it in his definitive collection of proverbs, carrying the metaphorical interpretation of ‘leave well alone’ as well as its more literal sense.…

BE INSPIRED! Make this the year you get out with your pet and discover just what amazing dog walks Britain has to offer. To get you in the mood, here are 10 of the best to inspire you. Our pick of the best dog walks for 2022 Taking your dog for a walk not only provides your four-legged friend with physical and mental enrichment, it can improve your own fitness, and boost your well-being. It allows you to access amazing views, and experience sights you can only see on foot. All that, and it also strengthens your bond with your dog. Here, walking expert and dog-lover Andrew White, host of ‘Walks Around Britain’, highlights 10 walks around the country that you and your dog can enjoy this year. Andrew is a Get…

IT’S A VET’S LIFE! February 2022  Canine cancer No dog owner wants to hear those words, yet what are the treatment options for patients? Vicky Payne explains. Every day there seem to be adverts on the TV reminding us that one in two people will get cancer in their lifetimes. Despite vast amounts of research and fundraising, this has increased from one in three when I was a child, but this is a consequence of people living longer, and better early detection of cancers. The good news is that more people than ever before will either be cured of their cancer or be able to live with it. But what about our dogs? Owners are always worried that lumps and mysterious symptoms in their dogs may be signs of cancer,…

10 training PITFALLS… And how to avoid them Nobody said training your dog was going to be plain sailing — and we all make mistakes sometimes. Top trainer and behaviourist Jackie Drakeford looks at some of the most common errors. The basics of training are straightforward — know what you want, make it clear to your dog what that is, make it worth his while to do it, and proof the successful result with rewards. But, as ever, the devil is in the detail. Different dogs, categorised by breed type, individual character, and life experience, need training that matches their specific nature, and what works for one may leave you wrong-footed by another’s lack of engagement. Some dogs love to learn new skills, and your time together is blessed with…

LETTERS GET IN TOUCH… Email your letters to sarah.wright@warnersgroup.co.uk Alternatively, write to: Sarah Wright, Letters, Your Dog Magazine, Warners Group Publications, The Maltings, West Street, Bourne, Lincolnshire PE10 9PH. Please include your full name, home address, and daytime telephone number with your correspondence. The editor reserves the right to abridge and edit letters submitted. You can also pass your comments and views to Sarah through Twitter (@yourdog) or Facebook (www.facebook.com/yourdogmagazine). SHE’S MISSING BILLY As a subscriber to Your Dog and reading through the readers’ letters, I just thought I’d ask if any readers could offer me some advice on my 13-year-old rescue dog, Phoebe, who I think is grieving, like us, following the death of my other rescue dog, Billy, six weeks ago. Billy developed terminal pancreatitis, and within a…

Quick-fire questions I MAY BE GETTING AN OVERSEAS RESCUE. DO YOU HAVE ANY GENERAL ADVICE? ● Think carefully about your ability to deal with potential behaviour and training problems. These dogs will need help and support as well as time. ● Find an organisation that assesses dogs and rehomes responsibly, matching dogs to new owners. ● Meet the dog before you commit to giving him a home. There is a big difference between this and agreeing to take on a dog you have never met. ● If you really think you can rescue ‘unseen’, make sure you have professional back-up if needed. ● Ensure your garden is secure — many former street dogs are escape artists. ● Look at things realistically through your dog’s eyes. Restraint, restrictions, unexpected touch —…

EVERY DOG HAS ITS DAY The origins of many proverbs are often hazy, but the medieval Dutch scholar Erasmus suggested that this one may have stemmed from as far back as 405 BC when the Greek playwright Euripides was killed by dogs set on him by a rival. Consequently, in the first century Plutarch wrote ‘Even a dog gets his revenge’ but with the passage of time the phrasing changed and, reflecting the lowly status of dogs, came instead to imply that everyone will be successful at something at some point in their lives. In Britain, the future Queen Elizabeth I seems to have been one of the first to have actually written it down, in a letter to her brother in 1547, although it had most likely been in…