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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.

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.

When is the kitten ready to move to its new home? This article covers age, upbringing, paperwork, and what you should check before pickup, including SVERAK rules, ID marking, and warning signs to look out for.

Finding good products for your dog should be easy. That’s why we’ve opened our own shop with a handpicked selection, fast delivery, and ready-made puppy starter kits for those who want to get going right away.

Fewer dogs are being registered, but buying behavior is changing. Our data shows how dog buyers have become more deliberate and how the market is evolving heading into 2026.

An under-stimulated dog often develops problems that are easily mistaken for disobedience. It might be restlessness, excessive barking, destructive behavior, or difficulty settling down, even though the dog gets enough physical exercise. The cause is often a lack of mental stimulation rather than too little movement. By letting your dog use its nose, think for itself, and have small tasks in everyday life, many of these behaviors can be reduced. Small changes, such as varying your walks or letting the dog work for its food, often make a big difference for both the dog’s well-being and daily life at home.

All dogs are cute in their own way and puppies are even cuter, but how do you actually rank which breed is the cutest? Is it fluffy fur or spots? Or maybe pointy ears and a tiny size? With 353 breeds in Sweden, it’s a very tough decision to make. We did a survey among our members and compiled the 10 breeds that came out on top.

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.

Halloween is all about candy, tricks, and costumes. But for many dogs, it can be an evening full of confusion, strong smells, and unsettling noises. What feels festive to us can be both stressful and dangerous for a dog. Here are a few things to keep in mind to make the evening safe and cozy for your four-legged friend as well.

Buying a puppy is a big decision – and peace of mind should come home on the leash. Did you know that breeders who have taken out a litter insurance with Trygg-Hansa give you as the buyer strong protection against hidden defects? This means you won’t be left on your own if problems arise, even long after the puppy has moved in. Here we explain how to recognize a safe purchase – and why it pays to choose a puppy with the right insurance from the very start.

Pollen season doesn’t only affect people – dogs can also suffer from allergic reactions. Itching, red eyes, and recurring ear infections are common symptoms that can make life uncomfortable for your four-legged friend. But what actually causes pollen allergies in dogs, and how can you help your dog feel better? In this article, we walk through the symptoms, diagnosis, treatment, and preventive measures that can ease allergic problems during pollen season.

The digital purchase agreement saves time, minimizes the risk of mistakes, and ensures a professional and secure handover of the dog. Here is everything you need to know to make the most of this smooth solution.