February 2, 2025

Dogs that bark and lunge at other dogs, people and a wide range of other environmental triggers around them are often viewed as being aggressive.  In most cases however, a reactive dog is 'acting out' due to fear and is using this dog behaviour to make the thing it fears go away. Having a reactive dog is a common dog behaviour issue A reactive dog...

When regularly grooming a moving animal with sharp equipment, there are some common dog grooming injuries that can occur. Below are some of the most common injuries that can occur in a grooming salon and what you as an owner can do to help prevent and manage an injury. Cutting the Quick One of the most common dog grooming injuries that occurs, both at home...

Choosing a dog toy for your pooch might sound easy, but there are several important factors to consider that can make a big difference to both the enjoyment and safety of your dog. Meeting your dog's instinctual needs is essential for their mental health and can help prevent behavioral problems such as separation anxiety, excessive barking, destructive chewing and digging. Choosing a dog toy to suit their preferences and...

Nutraceuticals for dogs and cats, are supplements that provide some health benefits beyond basic nutrition, and can be beneficial for our pets. However, it’s important to know when and when not to use them. Veterinarian Dr Melissa Meehan shares some of her top tips when it comes to giving nutraceuticals to pets. When they can help Nutraceuticals for dogs and cats can help when your...