As if spending time with your pooch isn’t reward enough in itself, walking your dog could have many more benefits that we’re only just recently beginning to uncover.
While walks in the neighbourhood are much-loved elements of your dog’s schedule, sometimes a road trip is called for.
Pet drowning incidents are on the rise, which may surprise you as many owners believe all dogs can naturally swim. Kylie Baracz examines how to provide water safety for dogs. We all love to sit back near the water in the summer months, be it the backyard pool or the beach. However, how safe are […]
Just like human children, most injuries, accidents and illnesses that affect our four-legged furkids happen in the home. Laura Greaves reveals tips on dog safety at home. Someone clever once quipped that “home is where the dog is”. But while it’s true that a home with a four-legged family member (or two) is a happy […]
This article first appeared in the July/August 2006 issue of Dogs Life.With hundreds of veterinary and natural pet products on the market, pet owners rely on labels to decide which product is suitable for their pet. Dogs Life editor Caroline Zambrano investigates how the Australian Pesticides and Veterinary Medicines Authority (APVMA) works to ensure pet […]
We look at the five essential training milestones every puppy must reach Everyone knows that puppies need training, but where do you start? When you bring your new puppy home, what are the most important skills and behaviours you need to start teaching him? Let’s take a look at five key puppy training milestones you […]
Tips for how to keep your dog safe on a boat.
Thailand is renowned for craftsmanship, and there are many Thai pet brands now offering a range of products to suit any dog owner. Here are just four of our favourites. Barketek Barketek Pet lifestyle products are specifically designed with sophistication and interior aesthetics in mind. Built to the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship, a […]
Here’s one for the “well, I never” files: did you know dogs can be left- or right-handed, and that it may affect their personality and aptitude for certain tasks? Mel Hearse investigates. Handedness is not only a “thing” with canines, it’s also been the subject of some pretty serious study. In fact, research suggests that […]
Training your new dog is an important stage in every owners’ journey and can be a great bonding experience. But training isn’t always a simple task, especially as a first-timer. We spoke to Royal Canin for some helpful advice on how to train a puppy and some of the most common questions owners ask. Why is it important to train […]
