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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

Giving your dog a bone? Not so fast!

Dogs love to chew on bones, it’s their favourite treat and they just couldn’t get enough of it! But this habit does not promise healthy results for your dog, and potentially may lead to injury. *) Mouth injuries – A bit bloody, and may require a trip to your vet. *) Bone gets stuck on […] Continue reading Giving your dog a bone? Not so fast!

We Love Coffee, But Dog’s Dont!

As we head away from these colder months and into Spring, many of us love to hit the backyard for some gardening, nothing compares to a lush healthy green garden! But, little did we know that when landscaping or treating our yard, many use topical pesticides and weed killers that can harm our dogs and […] Continue reading We Love Coffee, But Dog’s Dont!