Pet Blog

A quick nibble among the autumn leaves can be hard to assess. If your dog has eaten mushrooms or acorns, it’s important to know what to do. Here, we explain when to contact a vet, what information to have ready, and how to reduce the risks on future walks.

A dog that is afraid of thunder first needs protection from escaping and a safe place it can choose on its own, not pressure to “get used to it.” Here’s a practical plan for what to do before, during, and after the storm, along with clear guidelines for when to involve a veterinarian or behavior specialist.

Can you keep a dog in an apartment? Yes, if your daily routine can support it. A guide to walks, training your dog to be alone, choosing the right dog, noise, and what to consider before your dog moves in—for a puppy, an adult dog, or a rehomed dog.

Indoor or Outdoor Cat? A guide to how your cat’s previous life, your living environment, and the risks outside influence the choice, with advice on supervised outdoor time, balconies, harnesses, and the first few weeks at home.

Which dog breed is best for a family with children? It depends entirely on what your everyday life looks like. Here, we guide you through the most important traits to consider and present ten breeds that often work well with kids.

Welcoming a dog into your life can be one of the most rewarding experiences, but it’s not always the right time or situation to become a dog owner. In this article on www.skaffahund.se, we explore the less talked-about, yet extremely important, reasons why you should sometimes reconsider before bringing a four-legged friend into your home. Our goal is to give you a realistic picture of the challenges and responsibilities that come with dog ownership, so you can make a well-informed decision.

Important questions to ask the breeder to increase safety and to see how serious the seller seems to be

How do you choose the right cat insurance? A guide to deductibles, reimbursement limits, waiting periods, and hidden defects, with advice for kittens, adult cats, and purebred cats, and what you should compare before bringing your cat home.

The Jämthund, Drever and several spitz breeds perform well in Swedish insurance statistics. Mixed-breed dogs may have a lower risk of certain inherited diseases, but the findings vary. Which breed is healthiest therefore depends on what is measured. We examine the evidence and how the parents’ health, documented screening results and the breeder’s practices can help you assess a puppy before buying.

Being a guardian home for a dog means you care for the dog in your own home without paying money for it; instead, the breeder is allowed to use the dog in their breeding program for a limited period. In this article, we explain what a guardian home contract involves, how the terms differ between females and males, and what you need to consider before you say yes.

Learn how to protect your cat from the summer heat, make your balcony safe to prevent falls, and prepare for travel. Practical advice on ticks, water routines, and what you should never forget before your vacation.

Bringing your dog on a trip can be a wonderful adventure – but it does take a bit of extra planning. Whether you’re driving across Sweden or taking your four-legged friend abroad, there are rules and tips that are good to know. Here’s an overview of the most important things!

If you want to bring a dog into Sweden, you must follow certain rules. This applies both if, for example, you have been on holiday abroad with your own dog and if you buy a dog for yourself in another country.

When you pick up your new puppy from the breeder, there are a few things you should keep in mind.

There are a few useful things you should have ready at home so you can use them as soon as you’ve brought your dog home. Some of these items might be…

Accessories for your dog that are great to have at home right from the start. Read more to find out what these accessories might be.

Get a Pet is the next step for Skaffa Hund and marks a broader initiative for safe pet rehoming across the Nordics. The platform is changing its name, opening up for both dogs and cats, and launching simultaneously in several Nordic countries. With the new payment solution PetPay, the process becomes safer and more structured for both buyers and sellers, with verification, a digital purchase agreement, and secure payment. The goal is to bring everything together in one place and make it easier to buy and sell pets in a responsible way.

Selling puppies is both exciting and a big responsibility. For many breeders, it’s a joy to see the puppies find their new homes, but there are also some common mistakes that can easily cause problems along the way. By being aware of the most frequent pitfalls and how to avoid them, you can make the sales process safer and more secure.

Selling puppies is a big responsibility, and many breeders wonder how they can advertise their puppies in a safe and smooth way. By preparing properly, writing a clear ad, and using a reputable platform, you increase your chances of finding the best homes. On Skaffa Hund, you can easily sell puppies online and reach thousands of dog lovers looking for a new family member.