With Easter around the corner there are chocolate eggs and bunnies everywhere you look. Unfortunately it is also the time of year that vets receive most calls of dogs ingesting chocolate and becoming ill. While chocolate is a fantastic treat for humans to enjoy, it can be very dangerous if consumed by dogs. Why is … Continue reading DOGS AND CHOCOLATE AT EASTER TIME
Tag: Dog Health
KEEPING YOUR DOG SAFE THIS NEW YEARS EVE
While most people enjoy celebrating new years eve it can be a stressful time for our four-legged friends. Unfortunately more dogs go missing on new year's eve than any other time of the year, this is mainly due to the loud noise of illegal fireworks scaring them. There are a number of ways you can … Continue reading KEEPING YOUR DOG SAFE THIS NEW YEARS EVE
DOGS & SNAKE BITES
As the weather is starting to warm up in Australia snake sightings are occurring. As snake bites can be deadly to dogs it is important to know what to do if you come across a snake or if your dog gets bitten. Prevention -Walk your dog on a lead, especially when near long grass or … Continue reading DOGS & SNAKE BITES
SIMPLE GUIDE TO AUSTRALIAN PET INSURANCE
All dogs will need to make a visit to a vet at some point in their life, and anyone who owns a dog knows that vet bills can be very expensive. Taking out pet insurance for your dog can help ensure you can cover the vet bills that come with giving your dog the medical … Continue reading SIMPLE GUIDE TO AUSTRALIAN PET INSURANCE
FOOD THAT IS TOXIC TO DOGS
All dog owners have asked themselves the question "can my dog eat that?" Knowing what food can be toxic to your dog can help you prevent your dog from becoming sick. Apples - While apples can be a good source of fibre, and vitamin A and C for your dog, the seeds can be harmful. … Continue reading FOOD THAT IS TOXIC TO DOGS
GDV (BLOAT) IN DOGS
Gastric dilatation and volvulus syndrome (GDV), otherwise referred to as bloat, is one of the top causes of fatality in dogs, yet many dog owners are not aware of how serious the condition is. What? Why? How? GDV is an extremely serious, and life-threatening medical condition which causes a dogs stomach to overstretch and rotate … Continue reading GDV (BLOAT) IN DOGS
REVIEW: DOGIT GO-SLOW! ANTI-GULPING DISH
When it comes to meal time with my dog it's as if she's seeing food for the first time, taking large gulps as fast as she can. Within a minute of putting the bowl in front of her she's already eaten everything in it and licked it clean. This is a common behaviour in dogs, … Continue reading REVIEW: DOGIT GO-SLOW! ANTI-GULPING DISH
WHY DOES MY DOG…?
Dogs do many strange things that makes us think, why do they do that? Some things may make you go 'aww' while other things they do may gross you out. I've compiled a list of a few things I've seen dogs do and an explanation to help us humans understand the reason behind it. Why … Continue reading WHY DOES MY DOG…?
RECIPE: CHICKEN BALL DOG TREATS
I thought this was be a great recipe to try out, and share, as it's simple and the ingredients used can be beneficial to your dog. Ingredients needed: 1 skinless chicken breast fillet 2½ cups of oat bran 3/4 cup of reserved cooking water Equipment needed: Blender Step 1: Boil the chicken in pot with water. While … Continue reading RECIPE: CHICKEN BALL DOG TREATS
Paw Prints Across Melbourne 