When changes to the spine interfere with the normal functioning of the body, chiropractic care for dogs can be beneficial. Sue Moses discovers how this gentle manipulation of the body can achieve great results in a variety of conditions. You notice your dog is starting to repetitively lick a spot on its foot, leg or […]
Eye health in dogs is about as complex as it gets, with a myriad of canine eye conditions and complaints. Sue Moses finds most conditions can be treated and, at the very worst, a blind dog can lead a happy life. Melbourne animal-eyecare ophthalmologist, Dr Robin Stanley, says a blind dog initially copes much better […]
Caroline Zambrano investigates smart dogs, what makes a dog intelligent and learns ways to help develop your dogs brain function through nutrition, stimulation and socialisation no matter what breed you have. Canine intelligence is the ability of a dog to learn, think and solve problems. Dog owners, trainers, researchers and other experts find it difficult […]
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 originally appeared in the May/June 2008 issue of Dogs Life.Today in Africa, hunting of wildlife is heavily restricted. Many of the gazelles, oryx and other deer-like creatures of the desert have had their numbers greatly reduced by shooting parties. A thriving bushmeat trade continues illegally, and hunting tusked animals for ivory still continues. […]
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 […]
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 […]
This article first appeared in the March/April 2008 issue of Dogs Life.Dog trainer Hanne Hahn compares how animal shelters operate around the world and discovers that laws in Australia and New Zealand need reformation to give rescue dogs a real chance.Animal shelters have a tough job. They rescue, house and re-home thousands of animals every […]
This article first appeared in the November/December 2007 issue of Dogs Life.Dog trainer Karin Larsen Bridge from Get S.M.A.R.T Dogs sheds some light on aggressive behaviour in dogs. Dogs communicate primarily through body language. If there is a dispute of any kind, it is normal for them to display threatening body language to communicate to the […]
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 […]
