KEEPING YOUR DOG SAFE IN THE KITCHEN
The kitchen is often the heart of a home, filled with delicious aromas and mouth-watering treats. However, it can also be a dangerous place for our furry friends. Dogs are curious creatures and may be tempted to explore every nook and cranny of the kitchen, putting themselves at risk. To ensure the safety and well-being […]
WHY ADOPTING A DOG IS A GREAT IDEA!
Adopting a dog is a decision that can bring immeasurable joy, companionship, and numerous other benefits to your life. Whether you’re looking for a faithful friend, a dedicated exercise buddy, or a loving family member, there are countless reasons why adopting a dog is a fantastic idea. Here are just a few of the many […]
TALKING ABOUT CANINE DISTEMPER
Over the last few years, the incidence of Distemper has increased greatly Canine Distemper (sometimes called hardpad disease in canines) is a viral disease that affects a wide variety of animal families, including domestic and wild species of dogs, coyotes, foxes, pandas, wolves, ferrets, skunks, raccoons, and large cats, as well as pinnipeds, some primates, […]
7 QUESTIONS TO ASK YOUR VETERINARIAN
Making sure that your dog is in tip-top health When it comes to the health and well-being of your fur baby, no chances should be taken. Your pet is like a part of your family, and deserves medical care that is equivalent to any human being’s. When you bring your dog to the veterinarian, there […]
GOOD REASONS FOR PLAYING WITH YOUR CAT
Playing reinforces the bond between you and your cat. Playing with your cat is the best possible way to build up a bond between the two of you. Do you want your cat to think of you as more than someone who is there to provide food, shelter and warmth? Then regular play sessions will […]
THE NOSE KNOWS
Ten minutes of intensive sniffing can be the equivalent of an hour’s walk! It’s quite amazing how well dogs can smell. When we’re cooking a stew, we smell the lovely aromas of the veggies and the meat. A dog’s nose is so good that it can smell all the ingredients – the garlic, pepper, onion, […]
HOW TO MAKE YOUR DOG FAMOUS ON SOCIAL MEDIA
As a proud owner of a dog, you’re bound to have considered giving your fur kid his or her own Facebook or Instagram page and build them up to become social media celebrities. But even though your dog might be incredibly cute and love posing for photos, you’re going to need to put in a […]
5 GREAT DOGGY EXERCISE IDEAS
All dogs need exercise, and we’ve got you covered with a few great ideas to keep your fur kid busy Vital for a pet’s physical and mental wellbeing, exercise is also a crucial part of the relationship between you and your dogs. Even on those days when bad weather makes walks impractical, you can still […]
WHO LET THE DOGS IN? THE A-TO-Z OF MAKING YOUR OFFICE DOG READY
Pet Sitters International celebrated the first annual Take Your Dog to Work Day on the Friday following Father’s Day in 1999. The original goal was to create awareness of the bond between humans and dogs to encourage adoption. The yearly event also sparked an interest to welcome more furry friends to workplaces. Studies have shown there are […]
CANINE HYDROTHERAPY
Hydrotherapy for humans has been used since ancient times, and some attempt at formalising treatment was made during the 18th century. Similarly, the benefits of sea water for the treatment and prevention of leg injuries in horses has been known for centuries. The greyhound racing industry eventually recognised the benefits of the equine treatment, and […]
