The holidays will be soon here and Christmas shopping is in full swing, but when choosing gifts for your dog this season there are a few items that should be left off the list. Giving your pets holiday gifts is a way to include them in the festivities and treat them like a valued member…
Articles from: 2015
Christmas Dangers You Probably Hadn’t Thought Of
The holidays are a fun time full of celebrations and good cheer, but it is important to consider how to best keep your four-legged friends safe and happy through Christmas as well. Holidays present some dangers to our pets that don’t typically need consideration and it is important to safeguard things so your dog has…
The Growing Concern of Overweight Dogs
The ever-growing so-called obesity epidemic in humans has been a very real concern for some years now, with health concerns like diabetes, cancer, depression and heart disease, and an undoubted effect on quality-of-life. Sadly, the same is true of our dogs –the RSPCA now says it’s a serious welfare issue. Why is this – and…
First aid for dogs
First aid for dogs. So, we live in an imperfect world and occasionally things go wrong. If the worse does occur and your best furry friend suffers an accident or eats something toxic and needs some immediate help what can we do? Well, the first thing we need is some sympathy. An animal in pain…
November is Canine Cancer Awareness Month.
Canine Cancer – Know the Signs Whilst most dog owners will keep on top of their dogs’ health with annual check-ups at the vet, this can sometimes mean diseases like cancer can go unnoticed a long time. With cancer, the quicker it’s diagnosed and treated, the better the chances are for a full recovery. The…
Sticks and the Dangers To Dogs
Are you one of those dog owners that like to throw sticks for your dog? After all, we all know dogs love a good game of fetch, and there are so many around! When a dog has a stick, it can be hard to take it off them. Indeed, some dogs can accurately be described…