Sonia Hickey shares her personal journey about living with Wobbler’s Syndrome and how to manage her dog, Louie’s lifelong condition. We were two weeks away from heading overseas on a much-anticipated month-long holiday to Europe when our vet, Dr Mark Campbell, dropped a bombshell: Louie, our three-year-old female Dobermann, had early onset of Wobbler’s Syndrome. […]
Dogs need a balanced diet that includes all the essential nutrients and vitamins. However, as temperatures change, so must your dogs diet. Michelle Minehan caught up with experts to find out what foods and supplements is required to make sure you provide a nutritious winter diet for dogs. Veterinarians say that because most of Australia […]
Pet owners are constantly searching for new and exciting ways to improve their canines health and fitness. Eliza Tickle caught up with leading animal therapists to dig up the facts on animal hydrotherapy/water therapy for dogs. Hydrotherapy, formerly called hydropathy, is one of the oldest forms of medical treatment but with today’s advanced methods and […]
Caroline Zambrano brings to light the debilitating disease of arthritis in dogs, in conjunction with Pet Arthritis Week in May. A 2005 Newspoll survey revealed pet owners don’t know their pets are at risk of arthritis, a painful and potentially debilitating condition that causes degeneration and inflammation of the joints. Arthritis in dogs can be […]
This article first appeared in the September/October 2008 issue of Dogs Life.Ever pondered the terrifying consequences after Rover or Fluffys close encounter with a car? Or that mysterious behaviour or lump that’s recently appeared? Never fear, if the worst ever happened to your beloved dog, there are a range of animal heroes just waiting to […]
We all want the very best for our dogs and their health, but sometimes our best intentions with their diet requirements can go off track. Nadia Crighton discovers which vitamins and minerals for dogs are necessary. With so much conflicting information available and so many products to choose from, its no wonder that many dog […]
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 […]
The Rhodesian Ridgeback is a devoted companion that loves to be around the family, no matter what they are doing! Facts Personality: Totally devoted and affectionate towards family, the Rhodesian Ridgeback is happiest at your side. Suitability: A great companion for people who do not spend long periods away from home and enjoy spending time […]
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 […]
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 […]
