Puppies and Junior Dogs – Skinner's

Bringing home a new puppy

Zoe Russell — Wed, 17 May 2023 13:13:44 +0000

Puppies are brilliant fun and can bring many years of love and happiness into your life, but they can be hard work, too! They require appropriate care, exercise and training, as well as the right diet to support healthy growth and development. Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons), ANutr, Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s We would suggest allowing your puppy a few weeks to settle into…

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Good quality dog food in….good quality poop out.

Hannah Aldridge — Thu, 31 Mar 2022 10:19:13 +0000

It’s no secret that Skinner’s has been the dog food of choice amongst breeders, dog trainers and owners for over 50 years. Our diets have stood the test of time and continue to be firm favourites with new puppy owners. We believe that choosing the right food for your dog is crucial to the growth and development of your future gundog. That’s why we have chosen to use carefully selected…

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How to wean a puppy

Hannah Aldridge — Thu, 17 Mar 2022 09:51:10 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s If you’re a first-time breeder, raising a litter can be a very rewarding but also rather daunting experience. Providing your puppies with the right diet can be a critical first step in their journey to adulthood and will help support a healthy growth and development. Weaning is an important nutritional phase as…

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What is the best daily feeding strategy for my dog?

Hannah Aldridge — Thu, 10 Feb 2022 11:50:33 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s Feeding our dogs can be a bit of a minefield; knowing what to feed, when to feed, how to feed and the list goes on! By now you may already know what diet is right for your dog, so we are here to answer the other what, when and how questions… For puppies and young dogs, our general rule of thumb is to follow…

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Understanding the vitamins that go into your dog’s food

Hannah Aldridge — Wed, 02 Jun 2021 09:50:03 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s With so many different foods out there, it can be difficult to know what is best for your dog. The back of the bag can often be a good place to start; but what does all the information on the back mean? In particular, why do we see vitamins on the label? Vitamins are organic compounds required by living organisms…

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Could lamb be the right choice for your dog?

Hannah Aldridge — Wed, 31 Mar 2021 10:24:00 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s At Skinner’s, we understand that every dog is different and that’s why we have developed an extensive range of both wet and dry diets, to suit all shapes and sizes. In our recipes, we use only high-quality meat meal including chicken, duck, turkey, and salmon. Lamb is also a popular choice in both our wet and dry diets and…

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How can taurine help my dog?

Hannah Aldridge — Mon, 08 Feb 2021 14:53:46 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s We all know that the heart is one of the most important organs in the body; without one, it would be impossible to be alive! It has the vital job of pumping blood around the body, which provides oxygen and nutrients to our cells. Being such an essential organ, it is important to look after it and keep it as…

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What causes anal gland issues in dogs?

Hannah Aldridge — Fri, 15 Jan 2021 10:21:51 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s Let’s talk about your dog’s anal glands. Now this isn’t a subject that is particularly nice to discuss, but it is an important one. Whilst issues around this area are rare, problems can still occur and it is important that you know how to spot the signs and know how to help prevent issues arising…

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The kindest way to feed your dog

Hannah Aldridge — Mon, 09 Nov 2020 15:31:03 +0000

Written by Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s It’s no wonder we are a dog-loving nation, as many of us know the joy and happiness that our four-legged friend bring into our lives. Therefore, it’s important we treat them with the care and kindness they deserve, to ensure they live happy and healthy lives. To celebrate World Kindness Day, we’re bringing you some…

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Moving your dog from a junior to adult food

Hannah Aldridge — Tue, 03 Nov 2020 17:30:32 +0000

Written by: Zoe Russell, BSc (Hons) Nutrition Officer, Skinner’s As your young dog grows and develops, it’s important to consider the suitability of their diet. Once they reach adulthood, it may be time to move away from puppy and junior diets and start considering a dog food more appropriate for their adult life stage. Most dogs can remain on a junior diet until…

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