Pets can experience problems with their ears or eyes throughout their lifetime. Some are common ailments that may happen frequently, others less so and could be indicative of underlying conditions. What can cause common ear and eye problems in cats and dogs? Ear infections – An ear infection is an irritating and painful overgrowth of bacteria or Read More
Dog Allergies: Symptoms and Treatments
On May 3, 2022
Dog Allergies: Symptoms and Treatments Just like us dogs can experience allergic reactions caused by their immune system responding to a foreign substance . There’s a large number of substances that can act as allergens. Examples of common allergens are plants, pollens, mold spores, dust mites, food proteins, shed skin cells (similar to pet allergies Read More
Why chocolate is bad for dogs
On April 15, 2022
Those of us lucky enough to have them will be tucking into Easter eggs and other chocolate treats over the Easter weekend, but this is one treat you do not want to offer your dog. Chocolate can be very dangerous for dogs and if consumed in large amounts can be life threatening. The toxicity of chocolate Read More
Common pet skin conditions
On April 8, 2022
Common pet skin conditions for you to understand Skin is the largest organ in the body and it’s important for your pet’s health. It regulates your pet’s temperature and provides a barrier against the environment. Common skin problems, such as infections, start to occur when there are disruptions to the skin barrier, allowing bacteria or yeasts Read More
Poisonous flowers for dogs
On April 5, 2022
Spring has sprung, flowers have bloomed, you’re in the garden and on more walks with your dog. But, sometimes the beautiful flowers that we grow in our gardens or meet us on our walks, can be poisonous for dogs. Start familiarising yourself with these potentially lethal flowers and plants to keep your dog out of harm’s Read More
Help Dogs Adjust to Being Home Alone
On April 2, 2022
One of the most common behavioural issues owners report is that their dog becomes destructive or disruptive when left home alone. This can be frustrating and it’s easy to believe your pups being naughty, but these behaviours are actually signs of distress and separation anxiety. You need to help your dog adjust to being home Read More
How to recognise anxiety in your dog
On April 1, 2022
How to recognise anxiety in your dog Our four-legged friends have a knack of knowing just when we need them, but we don’t always know when they need us. Unfortunately, anxiety in our pets may be as common as in humans and since dogs communicate primarily through body language it can be hard for us Read More
Top 10 Flea Treatment Tips
On April 1, 2022
Whether you are the proud owner of a cat or a dog, it is important that you do your best to keep your pet flea-free. Not only can fleas be irritating for your pet, the itchiness and irritation that they cause can also lead to other problems and infections. Treating your pet for fleas doesn’t Read More
Intestinal worms – why you should worm your pet
On March 15, 2022
It isn’t nice to think about worms or that your pet might have them, but knowing how to prevent and treat the pesky parasites will keep your pet healthy and reduce the risk of serious illness. What are intestinal worms and why you should worm your pet? There are many different types of intestinal worms Read More
5 FAQ’s about active ingredients in flea treatments
On March 7, 2022
Flea Treatment Ingredients There are so many flea treatments, but are they all the same? Why are some available over the counter or online, yet others require a prescription or pet registration? We answer some of the most frequently asked questions about active ingredients in flea treatments and explain how they protect your pet. What Read More