Dogs are social animals and when they go from being with you much of the day, to spending a lot of time on their own, it’s not surprising that many... read more →
Cats are an absolute joy to care for, providing fun, companionship and improved health. But to truly be happy, we need our cats to be happy too, so the question... read more →
Dogs and cats can have eyes that are each a different colour. Specifically, it’s the coloured part of the eye called the iris. The term for different coloured irises in... read more →
Aloe vera has been used for thousands of years. It has antioxidant and antibacterial properties, and helps increase speed of skin healing. However, the plant is considered toxic to dogs... read more →
This question has been coming up a bit recently due to news that some peanut butter brands are adding xylitol to their peanut butter making it a dangerous food for... read more →
The risk factors for heart disease in cats include family history (genetics are huge here, and the reason that we see certain conditions recur in certain breeds) and age (risk... read more →
Heart disease is very different in dogs than it is in humans, and dogs are rarely reported to have the main type of heart attacks that humans do. The main... read more →
Summer means there's no shortage of bugs in the home: ants, cockroaches, spiders, and who knows what else! So when control of these pests are necessary, it’s especially important to... read more →
When taking your fur kid to the beach this summer know what first aid is needed for your dog in the event of a jellyfish sting, and equally important, how... read more →
Ball play is great for many dogs. It can help with training, reduce behavioural issues and boredom, and improve happiness and fitness. But did you know that the type of ball... read more →
Although dogs are not as susceptible to sunburn as us; they can and do get sunburnt. as they are naturally protected by the pigment in their skin and their furry... read more →
Taking my dog to the beach is one of my favourite pastimes. It brings me so much joy to see my mate running in and out of the water, fetching... read more →
UV rays from our harsh Aussie sun doesn't discriminate. Whilst skin pigmentation and thick hair do afford sun protection by providing a physical barrier to UV rays, it's the cats... read more →
This summer if you must take your pet on a road trip ensure the air conditioner is on and there is adequate ventilation in the car. Always have water available.... read more →
Dogs love treats, and like every other dog lover I love giving them! The fact is though that treats are exactly that, a treat! They shouldn’t make up more than... read more →