What other jobs are working dogs used for?
Jobs for working dogs have changed dramatically over the centuries. Their roles began with all sorts of simple, practical tasks, such as helping their human companions with hunting, fishing, herding...
View ArticleCaring for your working ferret
The care that working ferrets need comes in two forms, physical and mental. As very intelligent animals, they need a secure place to live and lots of mental and physical activity to stop them from...
View ArticleHow to use treats to train your dog
Food is one of the most powerful motivators for dogs which is why it is such an effective tool when used in obedience training – it can be one of the best ways to reinforce positive behaviour and makes...
View ArticleSpotlight on a working dog breed: Border Terriers
A Border Terrier is an obedient, affectionate, easily trained, and relatively low maintenance working dog breed, closely related to the Bedlington and Dandie Dinmont. Their coat is naturally dirt...
View ArticleWhy do working dogs love our food?
At Alpha, we pride ourselves on making high-quality dog food that working dogs not only love, but that keeps them fit and healthy, keeping them ready to tackle their working day. Alpha pet foods...
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‘The food of champions?’ That’s pretty bold!
(Photo credits: John Lord, Angela Lord, Matthew Shin) That’s a pretty big claim in anyone’s book so the first response to that bold statement is inclined to be “Yeah sure thing! Got anything to back...
View ArticleCan rescue dogs be good gundogs?
The success of a rescue dog becoming a good gundog relies heavily on the breed, age and agility levels of each individual dog. Breeds such as English Springer Spaniels are quite often found in rescue...
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Why ferrets make wonderful animals
Sadly, ferrets are very misunderstood animals. There is a common misconception that ferrets can be difficult to care for and are often mistaken for rodents. This, however, cannot be farther from the...
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How serious is my gundog’s eye or ear injury? Signs to look out for…
A gundog, by nature, is at higher risk of eye and ear injury due to their active lifestyles. However, active dogs are also incredibly resilient and often mask injuries that could turn more serious if...
View ArticleSpotlight on a working dog breed: Alaskan Malamute
Alaskan Malamutes are very solid dogs as they were originally bred to pull sledges. Often mistaken for Huskies, Malamutes are actually larger which makes them an excellent working dog breed. Today,...
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The importance of providing the right nutritional diet for working dogs
Although quality nutrition is important for all types of dogs, working dogs require the best quality nutrition available in order to endure a higher amount of exercise. Just like with humans, canine...
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Spotlight on a working dog: Golden Retriever
Golden Retrievers are a gundog breed that were originally trained to find live game and retrieve any game that had been shot and wounded. They first came from black Wavy Coated Retrievers crossed with...
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Spotlight on a working dog breed: Greyhounds
Greyhounds are lean, powerful dogs, with a keen hunting eye and a knack for sprinting. Once owned exclusively by royalty, this magnificent breed dates back to Egyptian times. Not only are they regal in...
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Alpha Working Dog Food – Champions of Sustainability And Independent Retailers
Founded over a century ago, Alpha is a family business, forged on a passion for optimising the health, vitality and performance of your pet with world-class quality foods. Located on the North...
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The Right Diet for Your Working Dog
Active dogs like working, sporting, and hunting dogs, burn a serious amount of energy – up to four times more than that of your average dog. To counteract and support this extreme athleticism, they...
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Spotlight on: Gundog directional training
A well-trained gundog in action, slinking elegantly to retrieve, and stopping, statue-still – at the pip of a whistle, is a marvel to observe, and something a working gundog owner endeavours to master....
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Spotlight on Lurchers
The Lurcher originated from bygone times where aristocrats dominated the field of hunting with hounds. Only the elite set was entitled to own greyhounds, deerhounds and whippets; and the punishment...
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Gundogs as family pets
Good working gundog traits include a positive disposition, sharp intelligence, high energy, and trainability. Funnily enough, these factors translate perfectly into making gundogs fabulous family...
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Togo – the husky sled hero who inspired a Hollywood movie
Today, husky sled racing around the world is a highly popular sport. Intense, exciting and requiring incredible teamwork and skill, it draws in a vast crowd. But you don’t need to live in Alaska or...
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Support your local independent stockist
Alpha is a family run, British brand, built on a dedication for optimising the health, vitality and performance of your pet with our range of world-class quality foods. Alpha has always championed...
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