The two most important ‘tricks’ you can teach your dog is to COME WHEN CALLED and to STAY WHEN TOLD. When taught correctly these two exercises will definitely save your best friend’s life one day. Let’s deal with COME WHEN … Continued
Most of us have grown up with pets and can’t imagine life without them: The cat that slept on our beds; the dog that waited patiently at the gate until we got home from school. And now some of us … Continued
Dogs love a trip to the park! They get to socialize make new friends and it’s playtime galore. But like with any other social event, there are unwritten rules. Follow these helpful suggestions for doggie park etiquette to make your … Continued
Do you feel guilty that your pet doesn’t get enough time with you? It’s a trap that happens to most of us, but one that can be easily remedied. Here are some tips for enriching your pet’s life and health … Continued
The best way to prevent dog bites is to make sure your dog is well socialised and trained from puppyhood onwards. Anxious dogs are more likely to bite, so recognising anxiety will give you early warning that your dog is … Continued
If you think you’re doing your dog a favour by sharing your chocolate eggs with him this Easter, think again. Chocolate can be fatal for dogs. Chocolate contains theobromine, a naturally occurring stimulant found in the cocoa bean. Theobromine increases … Continued
Eating grass is actually a perfectly normal activity for both dogs and cats, and it is part of a normal healthy diet. Many people are surprised when they see their pets do this, and often assume they are sick, or … Continued
According to a recent survey, when it comes to scooping the poop, many people feel their pet-owning neighbors deserve to be in the dog house-and with good reason. Neglecting to remove dog waste increases health threats at parks, playgrounds and … Continued
