Health and Wellness

Minimising Vet-related Stress Most pets will always feel some level of anxiety when visiting the vet, but there are some steps you can take to help keep them as stress-free as possible. TIPS FOR CAT OWNERS Taking cats anywhere can be stressful for both pet and owner as most cats do not like leaving the […]

Healthy Pets: Healthy People Pet owners know that they derive great benefits from their furry friends, including companionship, love, fun and happiness. However, we may not always realise that our pets’ health and well-being can impact on the safety and health of our families. With pet ownership comes the responsibility of ensuring that the well-being […]

Pets: The Importance of Exercise and Socialization A Rising Scourge for Pets and People Obesity levels, in both pets and their humans1,2, are rising as are dog behavioural problems3. Regular exercise and socializing are, of course, important for physical and mental health for dogs and their owners, but unfortunately, many humans do not realise this. […]

Lost Dogs Something many people don’t consider when their pet goes missing is how their personality may influence where they go. It happens to the best pet parents – a visitor leaves a gate open, your little escape artist finds a gap or perhaps your furry Houdini slipped out as you came home. Whatever the […]

Caring for Your Golden Oldie As your feline or canine friend gets older, it’s important to know how their needs may change. Cats and dogs age differently to humans as their lifespan is a lot shorter. If your pet is one or two years old, they are technically already a “teenager” in pet years. 7 […]

Leptospirosis : What you need to know What is Leptospirosis? Leptospirosis is a serious disease which can affect both animals and humans. Symptoms range from mild (with almost no symptoms) to multiple-organ failure and even death. All mammals, including humans, dogs and cats, are susceptible to this dangerous illness. Common symptoms include high temperature, headache, […]

Autumn Pet Care Autumn is upon us and winter is just around the corner. However, colder weather doesn’t mean that you can forget about pet care. We’re going to help you with some tips to ensure that your pets will be happy and healthy during the cooler days of autumn. Cooler Weather As we know, […]

Make Your Garden Dog-Safe Is your dog an ‘escape-artist’? How can you ensure that your dog is safe and secure in your outdoor space? You need to be aware of your dog’s personality and characteristics in order to plan your outdoor space. Fences may be expensive and need maintenance but they do train dogs and […]

Canine Babesiosis – On the Rise What is babesiosis? Fleas and ticks can transmit serious diseases to your dog, which may be fatal. Babesiosis is caused by a parasite – babesia – which can be transmitted by certain ticks. Many different diseases can be carried by various species of ticks, which vary according to the […]