Expert tips, trends and product reviews for dog owners

From the sofa to the car seat: how to remove dog hair effectively and use simple habits so far less fur ends up around your home.

Cooked pumpkin is a fine autumn extra for most dogs. Find out which pumpkins are suitable, how to prepare them and when to be careful.

In fog your dog disappears from view faster than you would like. This guide shows how light, a leash and the right route keep you both safe on grey days.

Short days, dark evenings: how to adapt your dog's walks, enrichment and rest to the dark season, with practical tips for the evening round.

From sofa jumps to slippery parquet: how to protect your dog's joints in everyday life and spot the signs that it is time to see your vet.

Chestnuts, acorns, mushrooms and fallen fruit: which autumn finds are risky for dogs, how to react in an emergency and how anti-scavenging training works.

Dog blankets and coats collect hair, moisture and odours. Learn how to wash both gently, dry them properly and why fabric softener is off limits.

Hunting season is under way and wildlife needs its rest. What that means for your forest walks: leash, recall, poo bags and a plan in case your dog runs off.

Kids ringing the doorbell, chocolate and costumes: what your dog really needs at Halloween, which sweets are dangerous and how to keep the evening stress-free.