Puppy Care
Newborn Puppies: The First 72 Hours Without the Panic
A practical Canine Maverick guide to warmth, feeding, weighing and knowing when a tiny pup needs veterinary help.
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Health & Nutrition
Heatstroke in Dogs: Cool First, Then Travel
A practical Canine Maverick guide to recognising overheating and starting immediate cooling while arranging veterinary treatment.
Puppy Care
Weaning Puppies Properly: A Calm Week-by-Week Guide
A practical Canine Maverick guide to moving a litter from milk to complete puppy food without rushing their digestion.
Health & Nutrition
Foods and Household Items That Can Poison Dogs
A practical Canine Maverick guide to preventing poisoning and responding properly when exposure happens.
Puppy Care
The Puppy Socialisation Window: Confidence Without Overwhelm
A practical Canine Maverick guide to building confidence through safe, positive and carefully paced experiences.
Health & Nutrition
Is My Dog Overweight? Hands-On Checks and a Sensible Plan
A practical Canine Maverick guide to using body condition, portions and steady habits rather than guesswork.
Puppy Care
Your Puppy’s First Night Home: What Actually Helps
A practical Canine Maverick guide to settling a puppy, reducing distress and starting routines kindly.
Health & Nutrition
Dog Dental Care at Home: Small Habits, Healthier Mouths
A practical Canine Maverick guide to building brushing into normal life and spotting signs that need a vet.
Training & Behaviour
Puppy Toilet Training Troubleshooting: Fix the Pattern, Not the Pup
A practical Canine Maverick guide to solving accidents through timing, supervision and realistic expectations.