This article first appeared in the September/October 2008 issue of Dogs Life. From competition obedience to fly-ball and sled-dog racing, canine sports are more popular today than ever before. However, as exciting as these sports are, they can cause serious injury to dogs. Caroline Zambrano discovers the types of injuries that can occur and how […]
This article first appeared in the May/June 2008 issue of Dogs Life.A massage, whether it be relaxing or therapeutic, is just as indispensable for our four-legged friends as it is for their human owners. Renata Gortan looks at how your pet can benefit from a professional touch. A massage is a wonderful thing; it can […]
The colder months can be particularly trying for dogs with arthritis. Dogs Life Editor Laura Greaves reveals how to keep your canine companion cosy, comfortable and pain-free this winter. Vets estimate that around one in five dogs has arthritis. With Australian Companion Animal Council research putting the nations pet dog population at 3.41 million, that’s […]
Living in Australia, the importance of sun safety has been drilled into us for years. But how important is sun protection for dogs? Keeli Cambourne investigates. Slip, slop, slap isn’t just for humans its also a message we should keep in mind for our four-legged friends. They may be covered in fur, but the sun […]
Your dogs golden years are special years. Its a time for togetherness, a time for gentle understanding, and a time to show your lifelong companion just how much you care. Wed all love our dogs to live as long as we do, but of course that’s just not possible. However, thanks to advances in science and […]
Michelle Minehan takes a look at the messy subject of dog poo disposal. Dogs Life is going to finally separate myth from fact to discover what is best for families wanting an environmentally friendly solution to this reality of living with dogs, and the subject of dog poo disposal. We’ve all been told at some […]
Printed in #89 May/Jun Dogs Life 2008. Winter-warming recipesMany Dogs Life readers have asked for winter-warming recipes for their dogs, however, the delicious homemade treat you get off the Internet or from a friend may not be beneficial for your hungry pooch. Dogs Life Editor Caroline Zambrano finds out why. Why must dog […]
This article first appeared in the November/December 2006 issue of Dogs Life.Does your dog suffer from allergies and skin irritations? Sometimes they can become serious and cause your dog a lot of pain and discomfort. Michelle Minehan finds out how to treat hot spots and prevent them from re-occuring in the future. A hot spot is […]
Chicken, fish and wheat can be toxic to canines. Nadia Crighton takes a look at foods that cause negative reactions and poisoning in our dogs. We all love to treat our dogs, and who isnt guilty of sharing a tasty morsel or two from the living room couch while watching our favourite flick with our beloved […]
A healthy diet can work to encourage and maintain joint health. Carrol Baker discovers Arthritis food help for dogs. As your faithful companion enters its senior years, you may find it starts to suffer from arthritis. Osteoarthritis is a chronic, degenerative joint disease caused by wear and tear, which affects our four-legged companions as well […]
