In Australia, a study reveals a concerning statistic: over one-third of dogs are overweight*. Among these, Labradors stand out due to their lower-than-expected energy needs and a natural inclination towards food. Their love for treats often leads to unwitting overfeeding, resulting in many Labradors being overweight, which significantly impacts their lifespan and quality of life. […]
Truth be known, there is no such thing as a hypoallergenic breed of dog, although some dogs may be less allergenic than others. A dog’s hair, skin and saliva can trigger an allergy in susceptible people and the trigger varies from person to person. It is thought that dogs who have a continuously growing coat […]
Whilst there is no true hypoallergenic breed of cat, some cats may be less allergenic than others. In people with cat allergies, the major causative allergen is a protein called Fel d1, which is found in cat’s saliva and deposited on their skin and hair during grooming. This protein is also found in the skin, […]