Archive for the 'Dog Nutrition and Treats' Category

Is Your Dog Eating Poo?

This can be such a frustrating problem for many dog owners!  Your dog eating poo is an undesirable behaviour that you want to be able to sort out quickly and easily, without affecting them negatively.

There are many theories as to why dogs do eat both theirs and other dog’s poo. It can also become an issue when they begin... Click here to read more....

Why A Premium Diet for your Dog?

Diet is incredibly important towards a healthy, well balanced and well behaved dog.  Just like in humans if we have too many preservatives or colourings in the diet they can add to lack of concentration, hyperactivity, sleeping problems and really do cause issues that can be avoided.

A premium diet for your dog is very easy to achieve.  If your... Click here to read more....

Hydration and Your Dog

Just like us, dogs require hydration on a daily basis to survive. Although they drink and thermo-regulate differently, denying a dog of their daily requirement could do a lot of damage to their health. Each dog requires different amounts of liquid due to their body weight and daily exercise, so it’s important to educate yourself on their individual needs.

Many... Click here to read more....

Dog Food Competition

This month Paddington Pups has decided to stock a new food brand in our shop, right beside Hill’s Science Diet, Eukanuba and Nutro.

We would love all our customer’s input into this decision, let us know if there are any food brands in particular you would love to see on our shelves!

We are also offering the chance for one... Click here to read more....

Music For Dogs

Have you ever noticed how dogs respond to music? It appears that dogs feel the rhythm and harmony of music in their soul the same way that humans do.  Dogs seem to relax to soft slow strains, and sometimes become agitated to loud, drum-based tunes.

Queen’s University in Belfast, Northern Ireland, and the Rehoming Centre of the National Canine Defence... Click here to read more....

Paddington Pups Store Update!

As many of you who have been back in the store would know, we are well on our way to a full recovery.  We still have lots to do and as the weeks go by we will continue to bring down the stock we saved into the shop, and bring in some fantastic new stuff too!

We currently have a... Click here to read more....

Don’t Overfeed Your Dog at Christmas

Whether your dog is still a cute little puppy or full grown canine, they probably have those pleading puppy dog looks that are unbearably difficult to resist during the Christmas holidays. Even the most well mannered dogs will steal a quick pleading glance during dinner around the holidays in an attempt to gain a tasty holiday morsel from anyone he... Click here to read more....

What to Do When Guests Want To Feed Your Dog at Home

Christmas time is one of the most exciting times of the year for your dog. He or she gets to see brand new faces, be greeted by exotic foreign smells, and gets new playmates during their stay. A common issue that many dog owners face is when guests decide they want to feed the dog. This guest could be your... Click here to read more....

Great Christmas Gift Ideas for Dogs and Humans

If you’re stuck for some gift ideas for your four legged friend or a fellow dog lover, here are some of our suggestions:

Kong Wobblers – A new product from the makers of the original Kong.  Great for the curious canine who loves his food.  This Kong unscrews at the bottom and is dishwasher friendly!  Only $44.95 and we can... Click here to read more....

Dog Treats Done Right

We’ve all heard the term ‘positive reinforcement’.  Most of us usually use a tasty morsel to gain and keep our dogs attention during training or day to day life.  Whether you use a carob treat, dental chew or raw chicken wing, it is always beneficial to be fully aware of the dangers and benefits of treats while your best friend... Click here to read more....