Tips for Pet Dental Health & Hygiene
Pet dental health is often overlooked by pet owners. However, periodontal disease (dental disease) is one of the most common health issues vets see in both dogs and cats.
Playing with your cat: why it’s important
Did you know that cats also get bored? Play is important for facilitating your cat’s instinctual behaviours, preventing stress or anxiety by providing an outlet for pent-up energy, and reducing any behavioural issues such as destructive chewing or aggression.
Winter Grooming Tips
With winter right around the corner, it’s a good time to get prepared on how to look after your dog’s winter coat.
Why We Are Choosing Coffee Wood Chews
We all know how much dogs love to chew. Chewing is a natural tendency for dogs and can help them stay calm, provide stimulation and exercise, promote dental health and keep them occupied for long periods of time. Whilst chewing can be a good thing, did you know that letting your dog chew on random sticks and wood they find outdoors can be dangerous?
Will You Be My Valentine?
As Valentine’s Day gets closer, we begin to think about how we want to spend the day, and with who. Many of us will go out on dinner dates or do some form of valentine’s celebration, while others have big plans with the couch (hey, we aren’t judging, we’ll take the couch any day!). Either way, we have plenty of ideas on how to spend the day with your pet and safely include them in all the love.
Preparing for Natural Disasters With Pets
Regional and rural Australia often bears the brunt of Mother Nature’s unpredictability with bushfires, floods and cyclones, but our larger cities can be affected by these weather events too. No matter where you live, we can all try and prepare for natural disasters with our pets.
How to Keep Your Pets Calm During the Fireworks
Here are some tips for keeping your pets safe and calm during New Year’s Eve celebrations and fireworks.
Travelling With Your Pets
If you’re travelling with your pet this Summer holiday, then check out our tips for a stress-free break.
Does My Dog Need A Life Jacket?
A common misconception is that all dogs are strong swimmers and enjoy the activity, but that is not quite the truth. Sometimes, our dogs would benefit from a bit of help floating so that they can fully enjoy themselves, and even if they are confident swimmers, a life jacket can offer peace of mind when out and about near water.
The Naughty List – Keep Your Pet Safe This Christmas
Now that December has hit, we are sure you have already begun setting up the Christmas tree and decorating your house. Your pet might think that this is the perfect play-time and that all your precious Christmas decorations are fun new toys. Always be wary of what your pet has access to and keep potentially harmful decorations out of reach.