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New Treatment for Ill Dogs

      Even our furry friends can get the terminal illnesses that are sadly so prevalent amongst us humans. Dogs aged 10 years and over are second only to humans in the likeliness that they will be diagnosed with some form of cancer. Scientists at the University of Vienna in Austria have for the first […] Continue reading New Treatment for Ill Dogs

Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?

It’s becoming well known that dogs help to alleviate stress and can even benefit your overall mood. The same can be said within a workplace environment too, and having a dog in your office can offer many benefits. It actually encourages a productive and collaborative work ethic as well as lowering stress levels and boosting […] Continue reading Is it right to bring your pooch to the office?

The First Week with our Baby Blue Boy

Lucy Starrat, first time staffy owner I first saw a photo of this handsome little boy on a breeder’s Facebook page on Sunday morning. The accompanying text read “our last blue staffy available for loving home on Friday enquire now, this boy won’t last long”. Within 24hours, frequent family discussions and a few back and forth […] Continue reading The First Week with our Baby Blue Boy

Flavia B – June 2014

Flavia B, Palm Beach QLD Click on the image to view Flavia’s profile Local doggy park & why its great? Mallawa Drive Sports Complex – There’s something about this spacious off-leash park that makes me feel comfortable and secure in letting the pups run around. Neighbours always have a smile on their face and love my […] Continue reading Flavia B – June 2014

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 Carol P – Jan 2014

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 Kimberley D – Nov 2013

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

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 Grooming Your Dog the Natural Way