An overview and comparison of the key features on all of JULIUS-K9®'s dog harnesses to help you decide which harness best suits you and your dog’s needs ..read more

Halloween is the spookiest night of the year but it can be spooky for your dog too. It’s important to keep dogs safe and happy with all the new sights, smells, and oddly dressed humans they are likely to encounter over Halloween. You may have a high number of trick or treaters knocking at your door over Halloween night which can cause problems for some dog owners. Many dogs go crazy at the sound of the doorbell and can get over-excited at someone at the door. A short term solution would be keeping your dog separated in a room as far away from the front door as possible during peak trick or tre ..read more

From taking a short drive to your favourite walking spot, to long day trips, there are a few essential things to remember whenever you’re travelling with a dog in the car. In this guide we go over the basics of how to keep your dog happy, ensure everyone’s safety, and the legal requirements of the Highway Code you should be aware of. There are four main options for securing your dog in the car: Seat belt harness adapters securely lock into your car’s seat belt socket and clip onto a harness. These are a popular option as it means the dog can be comfortable on the car seat while also wearing so ..read more

Adding your dog’s name to a custom made collar gives your pet a touch of individuality. But when buying a personalised collar it’s important to not overlook the most important aspect – your dog’s safety. In this short guide, we give you an overview of the following: what to look out for when buying a collar do not confuse personalisation with ID tags required by law the personalised collar options we sell here at JULIUS-K9® UK A well fitted collar should be snug but not tight. The rule to follow is that you should be able to fit two fingers between the collar and your dog's neck. This ensures ..read more

An overview and comparison of the key features on all of JULIUS-K9®'s dog harnesses to help you decide which harness best suits you and your dog’s needs ..read more

If you are travelling with your dog from the UK to an EU country or Northern Ireland, you need an Animal Health Certificate (AHC). This document verifies that your dog has the necessary vaccinations and parasite treatments to prevent the spread of disease. The AHC replaced pet passports in January 2021. You cannot use a pet passport when travelling out of Britain. However, pet passports are still used within EU countries and are valid for travel between EU member states. Animal Health Certificates can only be issued by a government authorized Official Veterinarian (OV). To get an AHC, you can ..read more

Disclaimer: The information in this article is for general guidance only and should not be used as legal advice. There is no UK wide law covering how many dogs can be walked by one person at the same time. However, local councils have their own rules covering this. 4 at once for the general public 6 dogs at once for professional dog walkers It is important to remember that this does vary from council from council . Ignoring an individual council’s rules can lead to you being issued a Fixed Penalty Notice of £100. How many dogs that can be walked at once should be covered by a council’s Public ..read more

7-10  March 2024, The NEC Birmingham We are pleased to announce that JULIUS-K9® UK will be back at the Crufts this year! We will be in what now is as our regular spot in If you’re coming along to the greatest dog show on earth, pop on by and say hello. Our stall will be well stocked with our latest I IDC® Powerharnesses, collars, leads, and accessories.  We can answer any questions you have about sizing and product care. Will also provide demonstrations on how importance it is to correctly fit your dog harness The Crufts dog show is the most prestigious event for dog breeders and ent ..read more

In the UK, there is no law mandating the use of lights on dogs at night. So there is no legal requirement for dog owners to put safety lights on collars or harnesses. There are also no laws stating that dogs have to wear any sort of high visibility clothing.  Although it’s not mandatory, using lights on your dog is a highly recommended safety measure at night and in low light conditions, like fog or heavy rain. Increasing your dog’s visibility to other dog walkers, motorists, and pedestrians can help reduce accidents. If you let your dog off leash to enjoy open spaces at night, using a sa ..read more

Lots of dog owners treat their pets with presents, snacks, and maybe even their own turkey meal at Christmas. But it’s important to remember that some popular festive foods are not dog friendly and can make pets very sick. Some traditional Christmas foods can even be poisonous. Other things like decorations and popular seasonal plants can also be dangerous.   Dog owners should already know some of the information covered in this article, like not giving dogs chocolate, but Christmas exposes dog’s to lots of guests who might not know what’s harmful. It’s important to let them know what’s s ..read more