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Dog Care
Pet care and health information for your canine best friend. Learn more about topics including parvovirus, arthritis in dogs and canine nutrition.
Arthritis in Dogs
Arthritis, or osteoarthritis to give it its proper name, is very common, affecting one in five adult dogs. It is more prevalent in older dogs of medium-large breeds, but pets of any age and any size …
Heartworm Prevention and Testing
All dogs are at risk of heartworm disease. If you own a dog, then you must have him/her on regular heartworm prevention from 6 weeks of age, for the rest of his/her life – no exceptions. As part …
Vaccinations for Dogs
Responsible pet care requires puppies to be taken to the vet for their initial course of vaccinations, but this cannot protect them for the rest of their lives. The immunity weakens over time and your …
Annual Health Checks
Pets age much more quickly than we do. The old saying is that one year equals 7 dog years. This is an approximation, and varies with species, breed and age, but it is more or less true for both dogs …
Chocolate Toxicity In Animals
Chocolate can be a killer! Although chocolate is one of our favourite treats, it contains a substance that is toxic to animals. Toxicity, or poisoning, is most common in dogs because of their habit of …
Cruciate Ligament (TTA) Surgery
The most common knee injury in the dog is rupture of the Cranial Cruciate Ligament (CCL), also frequently called the Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL). This injury can occur at any age and in any …
Pet Care Tips for Cold Weather
When cold weather sets in, it is important to take extra care of your pets by helping them stay warm and safe throughout the winter months. Pets’ cold tolerance varies based on their coat, body …
Fear and Anxiety in Pets
When describing animal behaviour, "fear" and "anxiety" can be confusing terms as they are often used interchangeably. A fearful response is an instinctive self-preservation mechanism, such as a …
Anal Gland Disease and Its Treatment
Anal gland disease is a common and distressing condition in pets and often causes of 'scooting' behaviour, where a dog or cat drags its derriere along the carpet. What are anal glands? Anal …