Regular clipping, grooming and bathing are an essential part of dog care and should be factored in to every owner’s routine and budget; consider it in the same way as food, bedding, and veterinary care.
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It’s a frustrating but true fact; many Australians are allergic to their four-legged friends. But what exactly causes this condition, and are there any breeds suitable for allergy sufferers? Lauren McKellar reports. In this day and age, it’s not uncommon for people to suffer from allergies. Going to a café or restaurant, finding food that […]
The world of creative fur colouring is a fun, fantastical place where dogs are transformed into furry canvasses. Kristie Bradfield discovers that in this world, anything is possible. Bridget the eight-year-old Standard Poodle loves being primped, pampered and dyed. In fact, her owner – arguably one of Australia’s best creative groomers – Prue Hammond, says […]
It’s not every day you see a Shih Tzu turn into My Little Pony or a Poodle become a colourful Chinese dragon. But that’s just the beginning of what is created by Australia’s top dog groomers at GroomEx, the crème de la crème of grooming competitions organised annually by the Pet Industry Association of Australia […]
Aah-choo! If spring and summer set you sneezing, spare a thought for those dogs battling allergies all year round, writes Laura Greaves. For many people, sneezing, red eyes and itching are a cross to bear every spring but Chase isn’t a person, he’s a five-year-old Hungarian Vizsla — and he has to put up with […]
Discover the pet businesses owned by clever kids turning their love of dogs into more than just pocket money, writes Laura Greaves. A Boy & His Dog When he’s not at school or playing sport, 14-year-old Queenslander Riley Mitchell — with his faithful canine offsider, three-year-old Labrador Hugo — is running his natural dog-shampoo business, […]
Yatu Widders Hunt finds out how to be an eco-friendly dog owner and reduce your carbon paw print. In a society that is increasingly becoming more eco-friendly, environmentally conscious and all-round sustainable, there are a million tips, tricks and trends out there to reduce your carbon footprint. One area that is often overlooked in the […]
If you like a tidy home but think having a dog makes this ‘mission impossible’, read on for some tips on how to clean up after your dog… without banishing them to the great outdoors, writes Mel Hearse.
This article first appeared in the November/December 2006 issue of Dogs Life.Does your dog suffer from allergies and skin irritations? Sometimes they can become serious and cause your dog a lot of pain and discomfort. Michelle Minehan finds out how to treat hot spots and prevent them from re-occuring in the future. A hot spot is […]
