Dog Health

Older Dog Diet & Exercise

On June 26th, 2008

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Older Dog Diet & Exercise

On June 26th, 2008

Older Dogs Special: The Golden Years Diet and Exercise As technology in dog food and pet healthcare advances, so does the expected lifespan of our beloved dogs. Nadia Crighton takes a look at the needs of our aging pets to help increase their quality of life. Aging gracefully is something we all strive for, and […]

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Puppyhood is one of the most crucial stages of your dog’s life.  Eliza Tickle caught up with animal experts for the latest tips and advice on puppy care,  keeping your new puppy happy and healthy. Caring for a puppy can be a lot of hard work, but its also a very exciting and rewarding experience. […]

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Ease pain in dogs

On June 16th, 2008

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Pain-Management

Ease pain in dogs

On June 16th, 2008

Like humans, animals experience pain. The only difference is how they convey it. Wendy Barlett finds out what to look out for and how to help ease pain in dogs. Our pets cannot tell us when they are in pain they can only show us. To understand the clues, we need to interact with them […]

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Acupuncture for dogs

On June 11th, 2008

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Acupuncture for dogs

On June 11th, 2008

Acupuncture for dogs is an age-old treatment capable of helping with many of their common ailments. Rachel Belshaw takes a closer look at this holistic therapy. The history of veterinary acupuncture dates back more than 4000 years, with its roots China. Australia adopted this alternative treatment decades ago for use in both domestic and exotic […]

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Careers In Natural Therapy

On June 7th, 2008

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Careers In Natural Therapy

On June 7th, 2008

A growing number of animal lovers are opting for a career in natural therapies as an alternative to traditional veterinary medicine. Hayley Stansell takes a closer look at the benefits of choosing a holistic profession and how it can improve the life of your animal. Educator and author Christine Scully was shocked when her mare, […]

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Eye care for dogs

On June 4th, 2008

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Eye care for dogs

On June 4th, 2008

Keeping your dogs eyes clean and healthy appears to be easy but dogs, just like humans, can suffer from various eye diseases. Michelle Minehan finds out the importance of recognising the signs of eye disease and gives you the know how to eye care for dogs. Veterinary ophthalmologist Dr Mark Billson from the Veterinary Specialist […]

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Natural Products

On May 31st, 2008

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Natural Products

On May 31st, 2008

This article first appeared in the May/June 2007 issue of Dogs Life.Whether you have a pooch with sensitive skin, a fussy eating habit or arthritic joints, an amazing array of natural products are available to help keep your canine happy and healthy. Dogs Life editor Caroline Zambrano finds out how these products can make a […]

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20 Ways to Spoil your Dog

On May 29th, 2008

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20 Ways to Spoil your Dog

On May 29th, 2008

Katie Cincotta digs deep to find the top 20 ways to spoil your dog. With this kind of love and attention, they’re sure to behave like angels (well, that’s the theory, anyway). These days, you’re not so strange if you want to pamper your pooch. Especially not according to the latest spending figures, which show […]

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Hormone Disorders in dogs

On May 24th, 2008

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Hormone Disorders in dogs

On May 24th, 2008

Sue Moses takes a look at the most common hormone disorders in dogs  and finds out how they can be treated. Any suggestion of a hormone disorder is enough to send most dog owners into a panic. But on average, of the 1000 sick dogs that are treated at clinics, less than 10 of these […]

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Acne on dogs

On May 19th, 2008

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Acne on dogs

On May 19th, 2008

Sonia Hickey looks at what to do when you find acne on dogs. It’s not likely you’ll find mans best friend turning down the offer of an off-lead romp because hes feeling self-conscious about a few spots on his chin, but dogs can get pimples, and it is often a sign of something more serious […]

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