Gum disease, also known as periodontitis, is the number one cause of poor dental health in both humans and our furry friends. Periodontitis occurs 5 times more often in dogs than in humans due to dogs’ saliva being more basic (alkaline) and a lack of daily brushing that can otherwise help to remove the bacteria and food particles that form plaque. Dogs instinctively hide signs...
Raw food diets for pets are becoming increasingly popular. Many people choose to feed a raw diet because it’s more natural and less processed than most commercial pet diets currently available. Others feed their pets a raw food diet because it makes sense that if they feed themselves and their family a healthy balanced diet, then its logical to feed their pets in the same...
In this Smart Pups story, we meet Valli and her autistic daughter Akira, and their adorable Smart Pups Assistance Dog Jagger, who is trained to help Akira with her autism and seizures to enhance her quality of life. Children with autism can feel safer, calmer and more understood through their bond with a Smart Pups Assistance Dog. They can increase an autistic child’s ability to...
In this episode, Gyton finds out at what age dogs are considered ‘mature’ and how their diets need to change to ensure they are getting all of the vitamins and nutrients they need to help them keep fit and well in old age. Dr Melissa talks us through the importance of taking care of our dog’s teeth on a daily basis and the role of...
In his episode of Pooches at Play Lara finds out how training a deaf dog is no different to training a hearing dog, whilst Gyton meets up with entertainer Tim Campbell and his rescue dog Oscar. We find out how National Dog Day is helping find pets their forever homes and check out the pet-friendly places to stay in NSW including Reflections at Jimmy Beach...
In this episode the Pooches at Play team explore the life of dogs and how to help keep them healthy and happy. Lara finds out about the benefits of doing agility with your dog and Gyton learns about the sustainability practises behind Glow dog food, as well as the benefits of probiotics for dogs. Dr Melissa Meehan talks us through the signs and symptoms of...
In this episode, Lara Shannon finds out how to make your own raw food meal for your dog and all of the nutrients that need to be included for optimum health and also meets up with two Jack Russell's and their owner in need of some help to stop them fighting with Trish Harris providing some key tips for dealing with multiple dog households. We...
In Episode 4 of Pooches at Play we meet Vet Nurse Bella and her dog Roo who is saving lives by being a canine blood donor. In this story we meet Alou whose life was saved by Roo and find out how owners can help save lives with their dog. Host and dog trainer, Lara Shannon, takes us through some common puppy behaviour issues and...
Join Hosts Gyton Grantley and Lara Shannon in Episode 3 of Pooches at Play Series 2 as they explore all the useful information and advice that dog owners need to create a happy, healthy pooch. We meet the delightful and always funny Julia Morris and her gorgeous Portuguese Water Dog Tootsie, and social media sensations Maluka & Avalon as we talk about IVDD that affects...
Join Hosts Gyton Grantley and Lara Shannon In Episode 2 of Pooches at Play Series 2 as they continue to explore the world of dogs and how to take care of them. Resident Vet, Dr Melissa Meehan introduces viewers to her new baby, Luca, and provides some great tips and information about how to introduce your new baby to dogs to keep everyone safe and...
Gum disease, also known as periodontitis, is the number one cause of poor dental health in both humans and our furry friends. Periodontitis occurs 5 times more often in dogs than in humans due to dogs’ saliva being more basic (alkaline) and a lack of daily brushing that can otherwise help to remove the bacteria and food particles that form plaque. Dogs instinctively hide signs...
Raw food diets for pets are becoming increasingly popular. Many people choose to feed a raw diet because it’s more natural and less processed than most commercial pet diets currently available. Others feed their pets a raw food diet because it makes sense that if they feed themselves and their family a healthy balanced diet, then its logical to feed their pets in the same...
In this Smart Pups story, we meet Valli and her autistic daughter Akira, and their adorable Smart Pups Assistance Dog Jagger, who is trained to help Akira with her autism and seizures to enhance her quality of life. Children with autism can feel safer, calmer and more understood through their bond with a Smart Pups Assistance Dog. They can increase an autistic child’s ability to...
In this episode, Gyton finds out at what age dogs are considered ‘mature’ and how their diets need to change to ensure they are getting all of the vitamins and nutrients they need to help them keep fit and well in old age. Dr Melissa talks us through the importance of taking care of our dog’s teeth on a daily basis and the role of...
In his episode of Pooches at Play Lara finds out how training a deaf dog is no different to training a hearing dog, whilst Gyton meets up with entertainer Tim Campbell and his rescue dog Oscar. We find out how National Dog Day is helping find pets their forever homes and check out the pet-friendly places to stay in NSW including Reflections at Jimmy Beach...
In this episode the Pooches at Play team explore the life of dogs and how to help keep them healthy and happy. Lara finds out about the benefits of doing agility with your dog and Gyton learns about the sustainability practises behind Glow dog food, as well as the benefits of probiotics for dogs. Dr Melissa Meehan talks us through the signs and symptoms of...
In this episode, Lara Shannon finds out how to make your own raw food meal for your dog and all of the nutrients that need to be included for optimum health and also meets up with two Jack Russell's and their owner in need of some help to stop them fighting with Trish Harris providing some key tips for dealing with multiple dog households. We...
In Episode 4 of Pooches at Play we meet Vet Nurse Bella and her dog Roo who is saving lives by being a canine blood donor. In this story we meet Alou whose life was saved by Roo and find out how owners can help save lives with their dog. Host and dog trainer, Lara Shannon, takes us through some common puppy behaviour issues and...
Join Hosts Gyton Grantley and Lara Shannon in Episode 3 of Pooches at Play Series 2 as they explore all the useful information and advice that dog owners need to create a happy, healthy pooch. We meet the delightful and always funny Julia Morris and her gorgeous Portuguese Water Dog Tootsie, and social media sensations Maluka & Avalon as we talk about IVDD that affects...
Join Hosts Gyton Grantley and Lara Shannon In Episode 2 of Pooches at Play Series 2 as they continue to explore the world of dogs and how to take care of them. Resident Vet, Dr Melissa Meehan introduces viewers to her new baby, Luca, and provides some great tips and information about how to introduce your new baby to dogs to keep everyone safe and...
