SIGHTS AND SOUNDS
We all know that dogs have incredible hearing. But if a dog can hear four times the distance of a human with normal hearing, how does a speaker playing an action movie or your favourite song on repeat affect your fur kid? Well, it’s a difficult question to answer, as it does depend on a […]
THINGS YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT PET FIRST AID
It is in every pet owner’s best interest to know about pet first aid to ensure you are prepared for an emergency. Here are 5 things to know about pet first aid. Have a Pet First Aid Kit on hand. This is especially important if you are travelling or going on hikes where there is […]
WHEN FOSTERING IS AN OPTION
Fostering a dog, taking a dog into your home and providing it with shelter and care for a predetermined amount of time, or until a forever home is found, is one of the most rewarding things a dog person can do. If you’re not familiar with how dog fostering works, you might be a little […]
DOGGY DENTAL
When it comes to keeping our dogs healthy, many owners overlook the importance of oral hygiene. According to research, it’s estimated that the majority of dogs show signs of canine periodontal disease by just three years old. Since the primary sign of early dental disease is bad breath, it often goes unnoticed by owners because […]
TRAINING WITH REWARDS: POSITIVE REINFORCEMENT
Put simply, positive reinforcement means training with rewards and giving your dog something they really want and like when they’re behaving in a way that you like, so that they will be more likely to behave in this way again! Positive reinforcement training uses a reward (treats, praise, toys, anything the dog finds rewarding) for […]
ROAD TRIPPING WITH YOUR DOG? THEN READ THIS FIRST!
For some pet parents, a trip is no fun if the four-legged members of the family can’t come along. But traveling can be highly stressful, both for you and your dogs. Before you set off, we have some tips to help ensure a safe and comfortable journey for everyone. First things first – make sure […]
HOW CAN YOU HELP YOUR LOCAL SHELTER OR RESCUE
Animal shelters are amazing! Usually with limited resources, they help untold numbers of animals every single day. Helping them out will not only make shelter management’s lives easier but it will put a wag in many a tail. And don’t forget the joy you will feel knowing that you gave back. There are many ways […]
Keeping Your Dogs Warm in Winter
Keep your dogs WARM, HAPPY and HEALTHY this Winter It makes perfect sense to keep your dogs inside at night, no matter what season. Here they can protect you, and you can protect them The chilly winds of winter have arrived again, and all animals, including us and our faithful canine companions, feel the cold […]
Deadly Treats
Treats you love that could land your pet at the vet You love them to death, but could these spoils be the death of your fur baby? Here’s a list of five treats that could land your pet at the vet: CHOCOLATE Humans and dogs love chocolate. Unfortunately, it contains theobromine and caffeine; two very […]