Dog health guide

Dog vaccine schedule

Dog vaccine plans change with parks, boarding and travel. Core and lifestyle vaccines differ.

Rabies vaccine in dogs

Rabies is both animal and human health. Timing and paperwork follow travel and local rules. This page is not a full schedule.

Kennel cough / bordetella

A respiratory infection discussed before boarding and busy parks. Vaccines reduce risk; they do not make it zero. Stop reading if breathing is hard.

When to vaccinate? A calm start for puppies and kittens

Vaccine timing depends on age, species, and lifestyle. The safest step is a personalized plan with your veterinarian.

Vomiting in dogs

Bins, sudden diet change or infection can cause vomiting. Bloody, repeated or exhausting vomiting should not wait.

Diarrhoea in dogs

Bins, sudden food and stress are common. Bloody stool, puppies and lethargy should not wait.

Dog not eating

Stress, dental pain or systemic illness can stop appetite. Puppies and small breeds are given less time.

Fever in dogs

No: a warm or dry nose does not mean fever. A dog panting after the park is not the same as a dog that will not eat, shivers or looks dull. Do not give paracetamol or ibuprofen.

What should a healthy dog look like?

Healthy dogs look different by breed. Your dog’s energy and appetite line matters more.

Dog spay and neuter

Timing can depend on breed and growth. The overview remains in the existing spay-neuter guide.

Internal parasites in dogs

Roundworms, tapeworms and other gut parasites may be silent. The plan depends on age and lifestyle — no internet doses.

External parasites in dogs

Flea itch and ticks rise in warm months. Product choice depends on weight and health. Bodrum notes sit in the existing ticks page.

Spay & neuter guide: timing, reasons, and preparation

Spay/neuter is a personal decision. This guide helps you ask clearer questions before visiting the clinic.

Puppy care

Sleep, toilet training, nipping and first vaccines. The mixed overview is first weeks; this page is dog-focused.

Puppy & kitten first weeks: what to watch

New-pet excitement is wonderful; a small routine lowers stress. This is a calm checklist, not a prescription.

Senior cat and dog care: when to check in?

Ageing is not a disease — but noticing small changes early protects comfort.