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Prevention against heat stress

  Even as we head into Winter its still important to keep heat stress in mind when dog minding especially in tropical parts of Australia. Us humans can release heat by sweating but dogs cannot.  This can raise the humidity to a dangerous level on their body temperature and can cause heat stroke and heat […] Continue reading Prevention against heat stress

My Dog isn’t Hungry

Dog owners frequently worry when they see that their pup just isn’t eating as much as usual.  Many often believe that this immediately indicates that the dog is not feeling well, however a dog’s appetite can fluctuate for many reasons.  If your pooch has not eaten for a day or two and shows aggression and […] Continue reading My Dog isn’t Hungry

Doggy Obesity is on the Rise

Research has now told us that obesity can reduce a dog’s life by as much as two years. In Australia as many as 8% of dogs are obese whilst many more are in the overweight category and the health implications of this are huge.  Obesity can increase incidences of heart disease and diabetes which can […] Continue reading Doggy Obesity is on the Rise

Treating a Dog Bitten by a Snake

In Australia you can find the 10 most venomous snakes in the world, though its comforting to know approximately 80% of pets survive a snakebite if treated quickly.     Humans are the most vulnerable and worryingly about 3000 snakebites occur each year in Australia alone.  Did you know that since our dogs spend a lot […] Continue reading Treating a Dog Bitten by a Snake

Does Your Dog Seem Unwell?

There are various reasons why dogs get sick, but all to often its because of what they have put in their mouth.  In most cases it is nothing serious, but occasionally there can be a sign of a more serious problem. Some common sign will be licking their lips, heavy drooling and you will notice […] Continue reading Does Your Dog Seem Unwell?

Home Made Dog Food

As human beings we want our pooch to be as healthy as we are and we know the importance of having them eat foods that are low in fat and rich in carbohydrates and protein. Despite this, it’s easy to just give your dog scraps and leftovers from our meals but this is certainly not […] Continue reading Home Made Dog Food

Should I Desex my Male Puppy?

Many first-time dog owners are often in two minds when it comes to making a decision about desexing their new dog. There are pro’s and cons and it can be particularly useful if your dog has some behavioral issues. Pros Can reduce aggressive behavior Greatly minimises the desire to roam Eliminates unwanted reproduction The dog […] Continue reading Should I Desex my Male Puppy?

Is your dog getting the right amount of exercise?

Dogs are active by nature. For thousands of years they’ve worked with us humans, and each type of breed has their particular role, like looking after livestock, hunting or for protection purposes such as in police forces. But sad to say, these days some dogs are Couch Potatoes! Food is conveniently provided for them, and […] Continue reading Is your dog getting the right amount of exercise?

Wet or Dry Dog Food – The Pros and Cons

It’s a question we’re often asked – Should I feed my dog wet or dry food?  Well one is not better than they other but lets take a look at both sides of the story and check out the pros and cons for each type of food. Dry food (biscuit, kibble) For convenience for you […] Continue reading Wet or Dry Dog Food – The Pros and Cons

How to care for your dog’s teeth

It’s a common notion that a dog’s teeth are cleaner than that of a human’s. That’s true in the sense that they’re not as vulnerable to developing cavities like humans but they can still develop gingivitis, tartar and plaque build-up. Start brushing your dog’s teeth as a puppy, not only this will make it more […] Continue reading How to care for your dog’s teeth