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Carol P – Jan 2014

Carol P, Currumbin Waters QLD Click on the image to view Carol’s profile Local doggy park & why its great? Shuster’s Park in Elanora because lots of pet owners socialise their doggies there, acres of treed parkland to run leash-free and the Tallebudgera Creek is on the perimeter for those who are more aquatically inclined. Your first […] Continue reading

Kimberley D – Nov 2013

Kimberley D, Mermaid Waters QLD (Click the photo to view profile) Local doggy park & why its great? Pizzey Park. Beautiful surroundings, off-leash walking allowed, and fenced dog training circuit. Dogs have the best time there and get to cool off and play in the water or go smelling in amongst the tall tree forest. […] Continue reading

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

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

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

Grooming Your Dog the Natural Way

    Humans literally spend billions of dollars each year on hygiene; on facial, skin, body & hair care.  This covers shampoos, hair products, creams, cosmetics & treatments. Our pooches aren’t far behind when it comes to this type of spending. Many questions have been raised about the possible health risks that might bring danger […] Continue reading

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

Stray & Abandoned Dogs

Studies show that dogs cannot exist in our society without human companions. If they are found without owners sadly they will often end up in the pound.  They will stay there for up to 6 weeks and if a new home cannot be found, these dogs may be euthanised.       Each year, Dogs Trust conduct a […] Continue reading

Whilst I’m at Work

Many dog owners often cannot decide whether they should leave their dog in their home whilst they go out to work or pop him in the back yard. We know the frustration when you come home and everything is a mess; damaged windows & doors, torn curtains to name just a few.  We can underestimate […] Continue reading

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