With the weather finally warming up, many of us are tending to our gardens and house plants even more than during the cold Winter months. Though while they’re exercising their green thumb, it’s important for pet owners to be aware of any flower breeds that might be dangerous for their pets. There are many common...
Dogs make for great travel buddies, but before you grab the keys and pack the car, there are a few things you can do to make sure your dog’s car ride is safe and comfortable. Firstly, it’s useful to know where travel anxiety in most dogs stems from. Generally, it’s the unfamiliarity of it all!...
Back in March, we were part of a very special day that, much to everyone’s surprise, nearly had fatal consequences. Catherine & Daniel were celebrating their Wedding at Bendooley Estate in Berrima on Thursday, March 25th. After two postponements due to Covid, these two would finally be sharing their day alongside their family and...
Okay, let’s be real. Whether you’re amused, disgusted, or just can’t help but have a giggle when you see dogs sniffing each other’s butts, you can’t help but wonder… Why?! The truth is that there’s actually a heap of good reasons why dogs stick their noses in… ahem, “private” places, dogs AND humans alike. Mutual...
Did you know some fruits and vegetables can offer a healthy snack for your dog? Just like for us humans, they provide a range of health benefits and can be a great alternative for treats. Keep reading to find out which ones to add to your shopping list! Why are fruits and vegetables good for...
We’ve talked a lot about how vital early exposure and socialisation is for young puppies, but what about when your pup isn’t quite old enough to leave the house and explore the big wide world just yet? Puppies have their final shots at around sixteen weeks, but that doesn’t mean you have to wait until then...
Socialisation is the special learning process that allows dogs to learn to live in society. Thorough socialisation, dogs learn to accept the close proximity of people as well as other dogs and animals. Unfortunately, most people are still unaware of normal canine behaviour and development, let alone the importance of socialisation. Social time with other...
Not all dogs can handle the extreme cold that some parts of the country see, particularly in the more Southern regions such as Victoria and Tasmania. So it’s important that as Winter approaches, we’re watching our dogs closely during the cold, especially if we’re hit with a particularly cold snap that could drastically affect their...
As if there weren’t enough reasons to be cautious when moving around outdoors in the last 12 months, we’ve now been made aware of another life-threatening disease that’s frantically making it’s way across the country and causing distress to dog owners nationwide. Canine Ehrlichiosis This isn’t your regular old kennel cough outbreak that can be...
Our doggies love beautiful weather, just like us! There’s not a whole heap better than a good walk on a beautiful day with a happy doggy. But changing seasons can be tricky for pets, so it’s important to be aware that they can struggle just as much as we might with the health affects of...
