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 the quality of life. Sadly, the same is true of our dogs –the RSPCA now says it’s a serious welfare issue. Why is…
Articles from: 2015
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 may react in a…
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 for a long time. With cancer, the quicker it’s diagnosed and treated, the better the chances of 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 so many are around! When a dog has a stick, it can be hard to take it off. Indeed, some dogs can be described as ‘daft as…
Autumn Tips
Autumn For Dogs All the leaves are brown, and the sky is blue…well, we can be thankful for small mercy. Anyway, the signs are in, and Autumn is here now, which means despite the sunshine, we’re going to have to change our habits for the sake of our pooches. The Autumn months are a lovely…
Dog Poisoning
Dogs have many things in common. Wagging tails, unending loyalty and of course, the desire to eat EVERYTHING. This can get them into trouble, especially if they get hold of toxic foods Sadly in this world, some people don’t understand the appeal of a canine companion and worse still, there are those out there who…
Taking in a rescue dog, things to consider
Is a Rescue Dog Really for me? Making the kind and selfless decision to take on a rescue dog can be one of the most rewarding experiences in your life. Dogs are incredibly loyal and loving animals who will reward you for welcoming them into your home with pure unconditional love for the entirety of…
Why do dogs like rolling in fox poo?
We all love our best friends and pretty much everything they do… but if we’re honest, there’s a good chance some of their habits are not going to be on that list. Why Does My Dog Roll in Fox Poo? Now the jury’s out on why some dogs can’t resist a good old roll in…