Health and Wellness

Your Indoor Pet Isn’t Safe from Parasites By Randi Lintrup, DVM, Veterinary Manager, MSD Animal Health Nordic It’s easy to believe that a cat lounging on the sofa or a dog spending most of the day indoors isn’t at risk from parasites like fleas and ticks. Unfortunately, that’s not the case. Parasite risk depends on […]

A Pet Parent’s Guide to Pest-Protection Our pets are more than companions, they’re part of the family. We show our love through cuddles, good food, playtime, and daily care. But one of the most important (and often overlooked) ways to keep them happy and healthy is through parasite protection. Fleas, ticks, and worms may be […]

Building Better Bonds Through Positive Pet Training Positive reinforcement training is one of the most effective – and enjoyable – ways to help your pet learn, grow, and thrive. By focusing on rewarding good behaviour, rather than punishing unwanted actions, you can strengthen the bond you share with your furry friend, no matter their age […]

Preventive Pet Care: 5 Reasons It’s Worth Every Penny Investing in preventive care is one of the most important things you can do to protect your pet’s health and happiness. Not only does it help prevent serious illnesses before they start, but it also strengthens the loving bond you share with your furry friend. You […]

Navigating Pet Care in an Age of Misinformation Who do we trust when our pets need help? We share deep connections with our pets—from forest walks with our dogs to quiet purring moments on the couch with our cats. Naturally, we want the best for them. But caring for an animal’s health isn’t always simple. […]

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 […]