Havanese Club of GB Rescue and rehoming service Havanese Rehoming Service The Havanese Club of GB offers a rehoming support service for Havanese. If you can no longer care for your Havanese due to ill health or change in circumstances, please contact us to discuss whether re-homing with the assistance of our service may be an alternative you would wish to consider. Whether you are a pet owner or a breeder, we will endeavour to support you to find a new home for your dog(s). We also welcome offers of homes for Havanese and are very happy to discuss possibilities and options. If you are interested in offering a home or want to re-home Havanese, please download and complete the form below, and email our Havanese Rehoming Co-ordinator Lesa Miles at havaneserescuegb@gmail.com or telephone 07850 335700. Rehoming Support The aim of rehoming co-ordination and facilitation is to match those who need to re-home their Havanese due to change in circumstances with those who can provide a loving home for this very special breed of dog. At all times, the aim is to ensure the well-being of our beloved Havanese is respected. In all instances, interested parties will be required to share a basic level of information information (age, condition, health, vaccinations, temperament etc) with the Rehoming Coordinator, so that re-homing can be facilitated effectively. Please contact us for a confidential discussion if you need to find a new home for your Havanese so that we can advise on how we might help co-ordinate and facilitate rehoming in a timely manner. Click for Rehoming Enquiry Form For more information, please contact our Havanese Rehoming Co-ordinator Lesa Miles via email on havaneserescuegb@gmail.com or by telephone 07850 335700 . Dogs currently looking for homes

Information on hip screening 01 What is hip dysplasia? answer 02 Why does it matter? answer 03 what causes hip dysplasia? answer 04 is hip dysplasia common in havanese? answer 05 should I hip screen my Havanese? answer 06 Can hip screening cause harm? answer 07 How do I make sure my dog's screening results are as optimal as possible? answer 08 how do i get my havanese screened? answer 09 What do the results mean? answer

HCGB rules and regulations Rules & Regulations Revised 2015 NAME The Official name of the society shall be: - THE HAVANESE CLUB OF GREAT BRITAIN dd & Manage Items. OBJECTIVES The objectives of the club shall be: To promote the interest of the breed and responsible ownership at all levels. To act as a focal point for both knowledge and education. To hold breed shows etc. along with social and educational events MEMBERSHIP (2005) The annual subscription shall be £8 single and £10 joint (two people living in the same household) £1 junior members (16 years or under). Junior membership applications must be supported by a single or joint subscription. Subscriptions shall be due on 1st Jan every year. Juniors have no voting rights. No member shall be entitled to enjoy any of the privileges of membership until such subscriptions are fully paid. No person shall be able to serve as an Officer or Member of the Committee, or to vote on Club matters unless their subscriptions were paid up as at the 31st January, in the current year and for the previous twelve months. The club must make a list of members and their addresses available for inspection, if so requested, by the members of the Club or by the Kennel Club. A list of breeders will be held by the Secretary, only members who adhere to the clubs code of ethics and have submitted official KC/BVA eye results to the Clubs Health Officer will be included on the list. A fee of £10 to be paid upon registration of each litter with the Secretary. A member may be elected to Honorary Life Membership at the AGM on recommendation of the committee, in recognition of outstanding service to the Club. Notice of the proposal to elect an Honorary Life Member shall appear on the Agenda for the AGM. Honorary Life Members shall have all the rights and privileges of membership, but shall not be liable to pay a subscription. COMMITTEE & OFFICERS The day to day management of the club shall be in the hands of a committee consisting of nine members elected, three to retire annually in rotation, if eligible may offer themselves for re-election. The Chairman, Secretary and Treasurer shall hold office for three years and will retire in rotation, if eligible may offer themselves for re-election. A Vice Chairman to be elected annually from within the committee. The President of the Club shall retire annually but will be eligible for re-election. The committee shall appoint Sub-Committee’s if required. Those Officers and Committee seeking re-election will not be required to obtain a proposer or seconder. New nominees must be proposed and seconded by fully paid up members of the Club. The election of Officer and Committee shall take place at the A.G.M by secret ballot. No person whilst an undischarged bankrupt may serve on the committee of or hold any other office or appointment within a Kennel Club registered Society. MEETINGS An A.G.M must be held each year. Its purpose shall be to receive the current accounts and balance-sheet. To elect Officers and Committee. To receive a report on the workings of the previous year. To appoint an Auditor. To discuss any resolution placed on the Agenda of which 14 days notice must be given in writing to the Secretary. No business shall be transacted at an A.G.M. unless notice thereof appears on the Agenda, with the exception of Routine matters which in the opinion of the Chairperson of the meeting shall be dealt with as a matter of urgency. A Special General Meeting may be summoned by the Secretary at the request of the Committee, or on the requisition in writing of at least 15 paid up members of the club specifying the business to be transacted. Members of the Club must receive not less than 21 days notice of a Special or General Meeting and such notice must be given in writing OR by public notice in the Canine press (Dog World/Ours Dogs). The minutes of the previous a.g.m. to be included in the Habanero not less than 21 days prior to the meeting. The Committee and Officers shall meet at convenient times as and when necessary. The quorate for a General Meeting shall be 15 paid up members personally present and for meetings of the Committee 5 Members personally present of whom 2 should be Officers. Committee Members should attend a committee meeting at least once in each year. At other times an apology will be expected in writing or the member will cease to hold office. The Committee shall have the power to fill any vacancy, which may occur in the Committee during the year. Please reload TROPHIES & PROPERTY Any property of the club shall be vested in Officers and Committee for the time being. FINANCE The financial year of the club will commence on the 1st January and end on the 31st. December each year. The Treasurer shall receive all monies, keep a proper record of receipts and payments and submit a properly audited income and expenditure account and balance sheet to members at the A.G.M. of the club. He/she will keep a banking account in the name of the club and cheques will be signed by any 2 of 3 duly nominated. Accounts will be certified annually and presented to the members at the Annual General Meeting. Certification of accounts must be carried out by one qualified accountant or two individuals with accountancy experience. Those undertaking the certification must be independent from those who prepared the accounts. A copy of the annual statement of accounts for the last financial year which must be certified in accordance with the rules of the society be made available on request to members 14 days prior to the AGM. Additionally, the annual statement of accounts will be available for inspection by members at the Annual General Meeting. RULES & REGULATIONS The rules of the club may not be altered except at an A.G.M or Special Meeting and such alterations should not be brought into force until the Kennel Club has been advised and given its approval of the alteration. The Kennel Club shall be the final authority for the interpretation of the rules and regulations of the club in all cases of canine or club matters. FEDERATION This club shall not join any federation of Societies of Clubs. SUSPENSION & EXPULSION Any member who shall be suspended under Kennel Club rule A11 and /or disqualified under Kennel Club rule A 42j(8) shall ipso facto cease to be a member of the club for the duration of the suspension and/or disqualification. If the conduct of any member shall, in the opinion of the Committee, be injurious or likely to be injurious to the character or interests of the club, the Committee of the Club may, at a meeting, the notice convening which, includes as an object the consideration of the member, determine that a Special General Meeting of the Club shall be called for the purpose of passing a resolution to expel him/her. Notice of the Special Meeting shall be sent to the accused member giving particulars of the complaint and advising him/her of the place date and hour of the meeting that he/she may attend to offer an explanation. If at this meeting a resolution to expel is passed by a two thirds majority of members present and voting, his/her name shall be forthwith erased from the list of members and he/she shall thereupon cease for all purposes to be a member of the club, except that he/she may within 2 calendar months from the date of such a meeting, appeal to the Kennel Club upon and subject to such conditions as the Kennel Club may impose. EXPULSION If the Club expels any member for discreditable conduct in connection with dogs, dog shows, trials or competition, the club must report the matter in writing to The Kennel Club within seven days and supply any particulars required.. DISSOLUTIONS The club shall not be dissolved unless three-quarters of the members vote for such a dissolution at a General Meeting and confirmed at an Extra-ordinary Meeting, notice thereof shall be given to each member. In the event of the club ceasing to exist, the profits and assets will be re-distributed, as the members deem fit. ANNUAL RETURNS The Officers acknowledge that during the month of January each year, Maintenance of Title Fees will be forwarded to the Kennel Club by the Secretary for continuance of registration and that by 31st July each year, other returns as stipulated in the Kennel Club regulations for the Registration and Maintenance of Title Societies and Municipal Authorities, be forwarded to the Kennel Club. The Officers also acknowledge their duty to inform the Kennel Club of any changes of Secretary of the Club, which may occur during the year.. Please reload

BVA Scheme for eye testing Hereditary Eye Problems in Havanese Report an Eye disorder Like many other breeds, Havanese can have hereditary eye disease. The most well known of these disorders is Cataract. Cataract is a clouding of the lens in the eye, leading to loss of vision. Not all cataracts are hereditary, so for example they can form after an eye injury. As breeders, we are mostly concerned about the hereditary form (Hereditary Cataract) that can be passed on from parents to offspring. There are a number of other disorders that can occur, including Cherry Eye (a prolapse of glands in the third eye lid in the inner corner of the eye) and Distichiasis (stray eye lashes growing on the inner surface of the eye lid). For more information on hereditary eye disease in dogs, please click on the button below. Responsible breeders will regularly screen their Havanese for eye disease, and show you official certificates of eye testing for both of the puppy's parents, not older than 12 months. THERE ARE CURRENTLY NO DNA TESTS AVAILABLE FOR ANY EYE DISEASES IN HAVANESE, so genetic testing can't be performed at this point in time, only a clinical examination of the eye. Eye Disorders Eye testing Any testing must be undertaken by a veterinary ophthalmologist registered with the British Veterinary Association/Kennel Club (BVA/KC) Eye Scheme Panel (also referred to as 'panellist'). It's NOT enough for a general vet to have examined the dog. When eye testing should be done: 1. Litter screening: this refers to an eye examination of puppies before they leave the breeder's home, and is usually done at 6-8 weeks. This early tests can certify that there were no cataracts present from birth (congenital cataracts), but it will not predict whether or not cataracts or other eye disorders will develop later in life. 2. Annual screening: The majority of Hereditary Cataracts in Havanese will not be present from birth, but will develop at some point after the age of 6 months. It is therefore recommended that breeders have their dogs formally eye tested on a yearly basis. Eye testing is not exclusive to breeding dogs, pet owners are also welcome to have their dogs tested. This would provide information on the wider Havanese population. The BVA publishes a list of Eye Scheme panellists, so you can find one near your location. Also, there are often testing sessions organised by Breed Clubs or at shows- these are usually advertised in the canine press. Your dog needs to be microchipped, as per UK law, and you will need your dog's Kennel Club registration papers for the examination. BVA Eye Scheme Importance of reporting Problems can occur even in puppies from responsible, conscientious breeders. As there is no genetic test, we have no way of reliably identifying carriers, and have to rely on health testing and reporting of problems to try and eliminate hereditary eye disease. If your dog is diagnosed with a hereditary condition, it is very important that this is reported to the Breed Health Co-ordinator. It provides information on the health of the Havanese breed, and enables the Club to plan any necessary measures to safeguard the future of the breed. You should also inform the breeder of your Havanese of any health problems identified in the dog's lifetime, so that they can take it into account in planning their breeding program. Report an Eye disorder Next HCGB Eye Testing Clinic Our next eye testing clinic will take place on Sunday 23rd October at Nether Whitacre Village Hall, with panellist Ms Lorna Newman. Email contact@havanese-club-gb.co.uk (or phone 07525069870) for further information and bookings. *HCGB Member discount* Fully paid up members of HCGB who submit a copy of eye certificates on the day will receive a Club subsidy of £5 for first dog, and £3 per additional dog.

GENERAL TRAINING It is always best to take your puppy to puppy training classes in your area. Training clubs in your area can be found on the Kennel Club website. Puppy training not only ensures you have a dog you can control and trust, it is also an opportunity for your puppy to learn to be sociable, which is essential to avoid aggression towards others. Dog showing is a sociable way to meet other havanese owners and see other havanese dogs. Agility is tremendous fun and not the reserve of big dogs – your puppy will have to grow up a bit before he should do much jumping though… but there are plenty of agility tasks which he can train for without jumping. There are many training methods, but here are a few tips and tricks to get you started. First step is to decide what commands you are going to use and to stick to them so your puppy does not get confused. Some of the ones used are listed below. As your puppy starts to know what you are asking of him his level of understanding will increase and you can build on his vocabulary, but start with just one or two commands – try to make each of the commands sound different – so for SIT, say it in quite a brisk way, whereas with DOWN, say it in a slower, lower tone. These are commands you can use : – SIT – for asking the dog to sit DOWN – for asking the dog to lie down STAND – for asking the dog to stand COME – for asking the dog to come to you WAIT – for asking the dog to remain in one position until you say otherwise. OFF – for asking the dog to get off furniture, or to stop jumping up at someone LEAVE – to get the dog to relinquish an item they have in their mouth or to stop them picking up the item in the first place. HURRY UP – to ask the dog to go to the toilet. For SIT, DOWN and STAND you can teach your puppy the various commands by saying them at the appropriate time and giving him a treat. By way of example, if your puppy happens to lie down say DOWN and give him a treat, Whilst he stays in the position keep repeating the appropriate command to him. At first your commands will come after he is in position, but he will soon learn to associate the command with the position. At a training class you can learn to bait your puppy into various positions by holding and moving treats to guide your puppy into the positions you are teaching. Training Classes

Latest news from Havanese Club GB 34th HCGB Open Show (followed by Havanese Happy Hour and AGM) Sunday 3rd of May 2026 at Nether Whitacre Village Hall Judge Mrs Sheila Lane Entries on Higham Press Click for more details Havanese Breed Appreciation Day (Judges Education) Sunday 3rd May 2026, Nether Whitacre Village Hall B46 2EH For more information, contact Sue Clements (sueclemetsroxholm@gmail.com ) Booking Form 12th and 13th HCGB Championship Shows, 4 CCs Sunday 19th October 25 at Countesthorpe Village Hall in Leicestershire For more information, click below Champ Show Official Notification of Re-arranged Havanese Club of Great Britain Annual General Meeting (AGM) for 2025. The Annual General Meeting (AGM) will now be held at Nether Whitacre Village Hall on Sunday 6 July 2025, starting at 1pm promptly. The agenda is carried over from the AGM previously postponed from 4 May 2025. There will be an option to join via Zoom and details will be provided nearer the time. Members standing for election/re-election are advised that they will be expected to attend in person. Venue Two male Havanese aged 9 years, in the care of our rehoming service, are looking for retirement homes. If you are an experienced dog owner and can offer a place on your sofa, please click the link below for more information. Havanese looking for homes Crowdfunding Appeal The Havanese Club of GB is fundraising to help with rehoming and veterinary care costs of nine Havanese whose owners can no longer look after them. Please visit the Crowdfunder page for more information. Crowdfunder Bank Holiday Fun with your Havanese Sunday 4th of May 2025 at Nether Whitacre Village Hall Join us for a Havanese Happy Hour of fun and games! Click below to find out more. Hava Hour of Fun! 33rd HCGB Open Show (followed by Havanese Happy Hour and AGM) Sunday 4th of May 2025 at Nether Whitacre Village Hall Judge Mrs Claire Russell Eye testing will be available Click for more details The Royal Kennel Club and the Veterinary Cardiovascular Society are conducting a HEART SURVEY in all breeds. If your dog has been diagnosed with a heart condition, please complete the survey. You can find the survey HERE . Survey New RKC Breed Health Standard The RKC has recently published new Breed Health Standards for all breeds. You can find the HCGB statement on the Breed Health Standard for Havanese here . We have also updated our Health Test recommendations, and responded to requests from members to include information on Hip Screening . . . Health Test Recommendations A date for your Diary Our next Open Show will take place on Sunday May 4th 2025 at Nether Whitacre Village Hall. Watch this space for further details! . 10th and 11th HCGB Championship Shows, 4 CCs Patella testing at discounted price Celebrating 30 years of HCGB Sunday 20th October 24 at The Arkwright Centre, Chesterfield For more information, click below Champ Show 32nd HCGB Open Show (followed by BAD/MCE, Havanese Happy Hour and AGM) Sunday 5th of May 24 at Nether Whitacre Village Hall For more information, click below Open Show Havanese Club of GB Wall Calendar and Photo Diary 2024 To commemorate the 30th Anniversary of the Havanese Club GB in 2024, we have our usual A3 Wall Calendar PLUS an A6 hardback Photo Diary for sale. The Calendar is £15 plus £3 P&P, the Diary £10 plus £2 P&P. SHOP 9th HCGB Championship Show Saturday 14th October 2023 at Nether Whitacre Village Hall For more information, click below Champ Show Rainbow Bridge Survey 2023 now open Do you have one or more Havanese waiting for you at the rainbow bridge? Please complete the HCGB Rainbow Bridge Survey. Patella Screening Form The Havanese Club of GB recommends a patella test in Havanese. Form is available to download below. Form Havanese Club of GB Calendar 2021 now available to pre-order More information Havanese Club of GB 2021 Calendar Call for Photo submissions Would you like your Havanese to feature in our calendar? Please send good quality, high resolution photos of your dog to contact@havanese-club-gb.co.uk by 26th of July 2020, and include the dog's name and date of birth. No show or stacked photos please. Send more than one image of your dog where possible. Images should be at least 1MB in size. Click Here POSTPONED- 6th HCGB Championship Show Sunday 18th October 2020 Unfortunately, HCGB's Championship Show on 18th October 2020 has been cancelled due to COVID-19 pandemic. We plan to reschedule the show in 2021. We will share information on new date once it has been confirmed. Information CANCELLED 30th Open Show Sunday 19th April 2020 Unfortunately, HCGB's Open Show on 19th April 2020 has been cancelled due to official advice on social distancing whilst the COVID-19 pandemic is underway. We will update information on future shows in due course, as we receive new advice. Information Breed Appreciation Day Normanton Village Hall, Normanton On Soar, Loughborough, LE12 5HB Information 5th Havanese Club of GB Championship Show OLD MILL HALL, School Lane, Grove, Wantage, Oxon OX12 7LB Results 'Report A Health Issue' Havanese health reporting form now live! REPORT A HEALTH PROBLEM 29th Open Show Sunday 21st April 2019 Our 29th Open Show will take place on Sunday 21st April, at Nether Whitacre Village Hall. Please click the button for more information and schedule. Information EYE TESTING with Mr John Goodyear Saturday 23rd of March 2019, in conjunction with HCGB AGM Click for info Breed Appreciation Day POSTPONED Normanton Village Hall, Normanton On Soar, Loughborough, LE12 5HB Information 4th Havanese Club of GB Championship Show The Arkwright Centre, Hardwick Drive, Arkwright Town, Chesterfield S44 5BS Information 28th Open Show Sunday 8th April 2018 Our 28th Open Show will take place on Sunday 8th April, at Nether Whitacre Village Hall. Please click the button for more information and schedule. Information Copy Of -EYE TESTING with Mr John Goodyear Sunday 25th of March 2018, in conjunction with HCGB AGM Click for info Havanese Breed Seminar and Assessment Normanton Village Hall, Normanton On Soar, Loughborough, LE12 5HB Information 3rd Havanese Club of GB Championship Show Drayton Village Hall, Abingdon OX14 4LF Information Fun Day 2017 Photos now online! More information 27th Open Show Sunday 9th April at Nether Whitecker Village Hall Our 27th Open Show took place on Sunday 8th April, in glorious sunshine. HCGB Members log into the Members' area for more information. Information Please reload

Aftercare & Support A reputable Breeder will provide long-term support and advice Reputable Breeders will want to be kept informed of the puppy's progress You should feel able to contact them as frequently as you need to during the puppy's settling in period You should always inform the Breeder should any health issues arise Should your circumstance change and you can no longer keep your dog, please contact the Breeder first. You can also contact our Rescue and Rehoming service.

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Show information HCGB Championship Shows In 2015, the Kennel Club accepted the application of the Havanese Club GB to award Havanese Challenge Certificate (CC) status, allowing Havanese to compete for the first time for the title of British Champion. The first ever HCGB Championship show was held on 18/10/2015, with judge Zena Thorn Andrews officiating. 13th HCGB Championship Show Sunday 19th October 2025 Online entry via Higham Press Schedule and Entry form available on Higham Press Website Click for Higham Press 12th HCGB Championship Show Sunday 19th October 2025 Online entry via Higham Press Schedule and Entry form available on Higham Press Website Click for Higham Press 11th HCGB Championship Show 30th Anniversary Sunday 20th October 2024 Online entry via Higham Press Schedule and Entry form available on Higham Press Website Click for Higham Press 10th HCGB Championship Show 30th Anniversary Sunday 20th October 2024 Online entry via Higham Press Schedule and Entry form available on Higham Press Website Click for Higham Press 9th HCGB Championship Show Saturday 14th October 2023 Online entry via Higham Press Schedule and Entry form available on Higham Press Website Click for Higham Press 8th HCGB Championship Show Sunday 23rd October 2022 Click to download Schedule Click to download Entry form Button 6th HCGB Championship Show Sunday 17th October 2021 am Click to download Schedule Click to download Entry form Button 7th HCGB Championship Show Sunday 17th October 2021 pm Click to download Schedule Click to download Entry form Button 18 Oct 2019 RESULTS 5th HCGB Championship Show Show Schedule 13 Oct 2018 4th HCGB Championship Show Show Schedule 14 Oct 2017 3rd HCGB Championship Show Show Schedule 15 Oct 2016 2nd HCGB Championship Show Show Shedule 17 Oct 2015 1st HCGB Championship Show Show Shedule Please reload

History of the Havanese Club of GB formation and milestones History of the Havanese Club of GB First Havanese imported 1992 Barbara Benerson imported the first Havanese to the UK in 1992. She also established the Tammylan Kennel based on the imported foundation stock, the first British Havanese Kennel. Havanese Club Founded in 1994 In June 1994, the Havanese Club of Great Britain held its inaugural meeting. The Club's mission statement, taken from the minutes of the first meeting, was: 'The purpose of the Club is to act as a focal point for knowledge and information, and to introduce this charming breed to a wider audience. It is our earnest hope to promote responsible ownership at all levels and to maintain sound, healthy and happy dogs'. on... Breed Standard approved & accepted by the Kennel Club in 1997 The HCGB continued to campaign tirelessly for recognition of the breed by the Kennel Club. In 1997, an Interim Breed Standard was accepted and approved by the British Kennel Club, and Havanese were able to comete at shows through the Imported Breeds register. this item about? What makes it interesting? Write a catchy description to grab your audience's attention... Crufts 2001 Winners The first Havanese Club Open Show was held in 2001 and, in the same year, the first ever Havanese Breed Classes were held at Crufts. An entry of 23 Havanese was made, under judge Anette Oliver, with a mix of imported and 'home grown' Havanese. Crufts 2001 winners. From left to right, Heather Ridley with Paloma de Chaponay, judge Anette Oliver, and Jill Richards with Chazard Little Andy. . Havanese awarded Challenge Certificate (CC) status In 2015, the Kennel Club accepted the application of the Havanese Club GB to award Havanese Challenge Certificate (CC) status. This means Havanese are now be able to compete for the title of British Champion. The first ever HCGB Championship show was held on 18/10/2015, with judge Zena Thorn Andrews officiating. Please reload Aff

The Health of Your Havanese The Havanese is generally a healthy, robust little dog. However, like in all pets, health problems can occur occasionally. There are a number of things you can do to minimise the risk of problems in your Havanese: 01. Buy from a Reputable Breeder Make sure you follow our advice on the Puppy page, and only buy from a breeder whose dogs are well kept and health tested before breeding as per Havanese Club of GB recommendations. Information 02. Prepare for your New Puppy Make sure you educate yourself about owning a small breed puppy, and 'puppy proof' your home and garden, to avoid exposure to environmental hazards and minimise risk of accidents (or escaping). ALWAYS secure the puppy or dog in the car, either in a crate or with a harness and seat belt. NEVER leave your puppy or dog alone in the car, particularly on warm days. Information 03. Feed your Puppy healthy food Whichever type of food you decide to feed your puppy, be it raw, dry, wet or home cooked, please ensure you feed the best quality food you can afford. Avoid overfeeding your puppy, as obesity is associated with multiple health issues such as diabetes and joint disorders. Keep your puppy safe from harmful and toxic foods, such as chocolate, artificial sweeteners, grapes & raisins and many others. Information 04. Age Appropriate Exercise Your puppy will require exercise, but doing too much too soon can be harmful and result in lasting health problems. The amount of exercise needs to be gradually increased as the puppy matures. Aside from the puppy's 'self directed' exercise, daily walks on lead should be limited to roughly 5 minutes per month of age, and then increased gradually. Early access to stairs has also been linked to hip problems in later life, as have slippery floors. For detailed information on how to keep your puppy active and mentally stimulated, click the button below and then scroll down the page for free advice. Information 05. Maintain a Good Relationship with your Vet All dogs will need to see the vet sometimes, be it for a routine check up, vaccinations, or advice on worming and parasite prevention, or in an emergency. It is important that you find a vet you are comfortable with- you may wish to follow recommendations from friends or neighbours, or visit a couple of local surgeries to get some information on their services. If you are concerned at all about your puppy's wellbeing, please contact your vet and DO NOT rely on advice/remote diagnosis from individuals on social media, who will mostly not be qualified to provide veterinary advice. The link below provides information on common ailments in dogs, but we would also advise owners to consider attending a basic canine first aid course, online or in person. Information

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