Preventative care

Help your dog live their best life for longer with research-based, expert advice on preventative health care.

The life changing benefits of real food for dogs

Good health starts with good nutrition, and like us, dogs feel the difference when they eat real food.

By Tara Wesson

Writer

Nutrition

Puppy vs adult food: what our experts want you to know

Do puppies need puppy food? Here’s what you need to know about the difference between puppy and adult food.

By Helen Knight

Writer

Nutrition

Dog skin allergies: Triggers and how to ditch the itch

Dog skin allergies: triggers, symptoms and itch relief (with photos)

A little scratching is normal, but if your pup is scratching incessantly or repeatedly licking and grooming themselves, this could be an allergic reaction.

By Helen Knight

Writer

Wellness

happy-puppy-lying-in-bed-covered-with-blanket

Unlocking relief from IBD: the power of real food for dogs

Constant tummy troubles and endless trips outside — you know the drill. With the right adjustments to their diet, good gut health might be closer than you think.

By Tara Wesson

Writer

Nutrition

little fluffy white puppy laying down licking their tummy

9 common dog skin conditions: how to spot and treat them

There’s nothing like a good scratch. But if your dog is scratching more than usual, it could be a sign of a skin condition. Check out our guide.

By Helen Knight

Writer

Wellness

woman in park holding black and white puppy

Eat, sleep, play, love: four pillars of shared wellness for you and your dog

Healthiness relies on a positive relationship between good nutrition, sleep, exercise and a sense of belonging. The same goes for our dogs. Read more.

By Helen Knight

Writer

Nutrition

How to reduce your dog’s shedding the holistic way

More hair on your clothes than on your dog? Here’s how to reduce your pup’s shedding, with success stories from Lyka’s pupper parents.

By Helen Knight

Writer

Nutrition

How much does a dog cost? The real price of dog ownership

If you’re thinking about getting a dog, find out if you can afford to commit before you bring them home. Read our guide.

By Helen Knight

Writer

Wellness

Mind, body and bowl: what holistic means to us at Lyka

Holistic means seeing your dog’s health as a whole: in the context of their environment. Lyka co-founder Dr Matthew Muir explains what this can look like.