#18 Your most frequently asked questions answered!

#18 Your most frequently asked questions answered!

Author: Pets at Home September 21, 2021 Duration: 29:03

What’s your puppy trying to tell you? Confused? Don’t be! Are you worried that, when it comes to bringing up your puppy, you’re not doing it right? Don’t be! You’re doing fine!

We reached out to our puppy-owning customers, members of the Pets at Home Puppy and Kitten Club and our Facebook group, The Wagging Tail, to ask them what type of questions they’d like answering when it comes to their little bundles of fluff, along with any other reassurance and guidance they’d like us to cover. And this podcast episode is the result.

Editor of My VIP magazine, Kate Cornish, puts anxious puppy owners’ questions to Dr Samantha Butler Davies, Veterinary Clinical Services Manager, at Vets4Pets.

Want to know why your puppy eats grass? Why do they roll in poo? How do you save your precious belongings from being chewed and ruined? Why won’t they stop crying? Aaagh! Don’t worry, we have all the exert advice you need to make your journey with your pup smooth and happy ride.

Oh, and if you’re puppy has rolled in fox poo, you’ll be needing this!

For more expert advice you can visit vets4pets.com and over on petsathome.com, the Pet Talk section has some great advice too.

You can also join our Puppy Club, for free! Sign up to receive tailored offers and discounts. Plus, expert pet care advice. Join for free online then download our VIP Club App, to access your exclusive offers.

Meanwhile, over on Facebook, we’ve a group called The Wagging Tail, created with puppies (and parents!) in mind. It’s open to everyone on a journey with their new furry family member, join our group to surround yourself with friendly advice, top tips and like-minded owners who understand your struggles, celebrate your breakthroughs and love to see those puppy pictures!

You can get in touch with us via Twitter where our tag is @petsathome and on Instagram, we are @petsathomeuk

 [NM1]Dr Samantha


Bringing a new puppy into your life is a joy filled with memorable moments, but it’s also a journey with plenty of unknowns. The Pets at Home Puppy Podcast is designed to be a friendly, reliable guide through all those early stages and beyond. Instead of sifting through conflicting advice online, you can settle in with conversations featuring the real-life experts from Pets at Home who deal with these questions every day. They cover the practicalities you might not have considered, from preparing your home for that first arrival to navigating initial vet visits with confidence. Episodes delve into the nuances of positive training methods, decoding puppy behavior, and choosing the right nutrition to support healthy growth. This isn't just a series of instructions; it's a supportive resource that feels like having a knowledgeable friend by your side. Whether you're a first-time owner or welcoming another dog into a busy family, the podcast aims to transform overwhelming uncertainty into manageable, rewarding steps. By focusing on genuine expertise and compassionate advice, this audio companion helps build the foundation for a happy, well-adjusted dog and a more relaxed household. Tune in for clear, actionable insights that make the puppy-raising adventure a little smoother and a lot more fun for everyone involved.
Author: Language: English Episodes: 24

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