As the weather gets warmer and flowers begin to bloom, many people start reaching for antihistamines and tissues to deal with hay fever season. But humans are not the only ones affected by seasonal allergies - dogs can suffer too. In fact, many pet owners are surprised to learn that dogs can experience hay fever symptoms that are very similar to our own, especially during spring and summer.

As the weather becomes warmer and the days grow longer, many pets naturally spend more time outdoors, become more active, and experience changes to their daily routines. While summer can be an exciting season for pets and owners alike, higher temperatures also bring new health and wellbeing challenges that shouldn’t be overlooked.

Each year, Hedgehog Awareness Week shines a spotlight on one of Britain’s most loved - but increasingly vulnerable - wild animals. Hedgehogs have long been a familiar sight in gardens across the United Kingdom, yet their numbers have declined significantly in recent decades due to habitat loss, urban development, and changes in how we manage outdoor spaces. For pet owners, Hedgehog Awareness Week (3rd-9th May) is a great opportunity to not only learn more about hedgehogs, but also to make small changes that can have a meaningful impact.

If your home has suddenly become covered in dog hair - on your clothes, your furniture, and somehow even places your dog never goes - you’re not alone. This time of year, many dog owners notice a sharp increase in shedding, and it can feel like it’s happening overnight. In most cases, this isn’t a problem - it’s biology doing exactly what it’s supposed to do. But understanding why it’s happening (and how to manage it properly) can make a huge difference to both your dog’s comfort and your sanity.