Tick paralysis is one of the most common preventable causes of death in dogs and cats along the east coast of Australia. What’s the best way to keep your pet safe as the weather warms up?
There are many causes of constipation, but the underlying cause should be determined – both to prevent recurrence, and to determine whether the constipation is a sign of a more serious disease process.
Dogs need exercise and stimulation regardless of the weather. On days when the weather is at its harshest, it helps to have some ideas on hand to provide boredom relief from the comfort of your own home.
Early puppy training at the age of 8-16 weeks can give puppies the best possible start in life.
Whilst playing tug is an arousing and stimulating game, through its established rules, dogs can learn impulse control and good manners.
Dr Alex Hynes shares some tips for handling what can be a very stressful and scary situation.
Chewing is a perfectly natural thing for a dog to do. Understanding why dogs chew can help you to address undesirable chewing behaviour.
Cranial (or anterior) cruciate ligament rupture is one of the most common orthopaedic conditions seen in the dog.
Lead poisoning can be a danger not only to your pets, but to your family as well.
Though all ticks are dangerous in some or the other way, a paralysis tick is the most dangerous because it kills! Therefore it is important that you should know how to differentiate it from other ticks.
Whether you choose a high quality commercial food, home-cooked diet, raw diet, or a combination, the main concern is that it your pet has a complete and balanced diet.
Grooming sessions can become a special bonding time between you and your dog and are also a good opportunity to check on your dog’s health.
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