A healthy dog coat is the sign of a healthy body. Caroline Zambrano discovers the secret to maintaining a naturally healthy coat and skin. The skin is the canines largest, most visible organ and a reflection of whats going on inside the body. So to maintain and healthy coat and skin, you need to take […]
Ten-year-old Daniel Michel of Heathcote, NSW, was born with a physical disability called Spinal Muscular Atrophy that has restricted him to a wheelchair all his young life. But two years ago he received a birthday present that changed his life completely. It was Oakley, a Golden Retriever, specially trained to enhance Daniels quality of life […]
With a few lifestyle changes and special care, handicapped pets can still live a happy and healthy life. Eliza Tickle learns about treatments, therapies and equipment that help to improve disabled dogs’ quality of life. The number of canines with disabilities and conditions that require special care is constantly rising. While some people are kind […]
This article first appeared in the March/April 2006 issue of Dogs Life. The importance of dog training and its positive impact on society is unfortunately underrated in our community. Dogs Life editor Nadia Crighton investigates why training should be mandatory for all people who get dogs, big or small. At the park, on the street and in […]
With such a variety of commercial pet foods on the market, which is best for your pooch? Caroline Zambrano speaks to veterinary and pet food experts for advice about choosing the right food for your dog. With such a range of commercial pet foods available today, its no wonder we end up standing for hours […]
Caroline Zambrano examines the influence of the media when it comes to reporting on Breed Specific Legislation (BSL). In the headline news… “Pit Bull Attacks Mourners” BBC News Online, 15 January, 1998. “Pit Bull Attacks Oakland Woman” San Francisco Chronicle, United States, 12 March, 2001 “Three Pit Bulls attack two-year-old Ottawa boy” CTV.ca (Canada), 2 […]
It’s amazing how nature has the ability to offer powerful healing aids, and in the case of aromatherapy, all that’s needed is a nose! Sunny de Bruyn looks at aromatherapy as an effective treatment for dogs. Aromatherapy is the practice of using essential oils to heal and revitalise the body, mind and spirit. Essential oils […]
Our dogs get bored, and when they do the results can be disastrous, from digging tunnels to try to escape, to eating the lounge or your favourite shoes. Dogs Life suggests some simple and easy dog boredom busters. Have you ever come home to discover your dog sitting in a fluffy fairyland after tearing apart […]
This Rob Dunlop tells of his journey through the streets of Santorini in Greece, where he discovered the plight of stray dogs. He speaks to animal-welfare groups who are working to change the culture of irresponsible pet ownership and help the homeless dogs in Greece. Although my wife and I had only just begun our […]
Warning: We advise that some of the content in this article may be disturbing to some readers. When the words dog fight are mentioned, dog lovers across the world cringe. But this deadly pastime could be happening in your neighbourhood and the only way we can stop the rot is to report it. Education is […]
