Pet Health

As our dogs age, there are some dietary and lifestyle modifications we should be making to help provide them with the extra support they need as they enter their senior years. Veterinarian, Dr Nicole Rous, provides her tips for caring for senior dogs. Dietary changes Not dissimilar to humans, gut function and organ function can deteriorate so it’s important when caring for senior dogs to...

Chronic inflammation can lead to various health issues and diseases in our dogs and cats, just like it does for us and can have some serious long-term effects. Along with other causes, inflammation within the body contributes to: Arthritis and other joint issues Allergies that can cause itching, redness, and skin problems Digestive tract issues that can cause diarrhea, vomiting, and other symptoms of inflammatory...

There are many common pet toxins found in our every day household items and plants that pose serious threats to our dogs and cats. Toxic foods There are a number of foods that are toxic to dogs and cats.  These include: Chocolate  - causes vomiting, diarrhea, rapid breathing, and even seizures in dogs and cats. The darker the chocolate the greater the risk. Onions and...

When it comes to the benefits of probiotics for dogs, especially puppies, there are many. The health of a pet’s digestive system has a remarkable influence over the health of the rest of the body, and probiotics play an important role in keeping it healthy. The digestive system is responsible for taking in food, digesting it and turning it into absorbable nutrition. It is also...

Keeping cats happy with a safe and enriching environment is as important to their mental and physical wellbeing as it is for our dogs, to help keep their brains and bodies active, as well as reducing stress and anxiety. Dr Keshuan Chow, a Feline Medicine Specialist explains what this looks like for cats. Cats are less domesticated than many other pets or domestic species, therefore,...

When it comes to the benefits of fasting dogs and cats, fasting can greatly support and benefit your pets’ overall well-being. It’s actually much easier to implement than you might think, at least physically. However, the mental and emotional aspects can be a bit challenging, which I’ll discuss later in this article. In this article, I aim to inspire you to start incorporating regular fasting...

I often get asked by frustrated (and slightly repulsed) dog owners as to why their adorable dog is eating poop and how to stop a dog eating poo. Vets refer to the habit as Coprophagia and, while the thought of it is enough to make our stomach churn, remember, dogs are frequently attracted to the smell of faeces when they’re out and about so it...

While dogs don't require carbohydrates in their diet to survive, like they do protein and fats, there are many healthy fruits for dogs. However, when when it comes to feeding your dog fruit, there are a few things we need to keep in mind. Fruits are a great source of fibre, which contributes to digestive health, they contain an array of different vitamins and minerals...

The significance of water as a nutrient for our pets and the role of moisture in dog food is often forgotten. Despite not being commonly acknowledged as such, water is indispensable for enabling our pets’ bodies to function optimally in almost every aspect. Why moisture in dog food is so important They need to consume a certain amount of water (or moisture) to properly digest...

When it comes to the life stages of dogs and cats, while there is a lot of similarity in what it takes to look after them, their life stages are a little different. Cats in general have a longer average lifespan compared to dogs, indoor cats doing better than their outdoor counterparts. While a dog’s average lifespan is around 12 years, depending on breed and...