We all know dogs give unconditional love, but did you know they can help us find love too? If you’re looking for a little romance, you may discover there is a dating service right there at the end of your leash! Hsin-Yi Cohen reports on online dating with dogs. Deborah Wood, author of The Dog […]
Facts Personality: Active, alert, friendly and intelligent breed. Both Rough and Smooth Collies need regular physical and mental stimulation to ensure they grow into happy and healthy adult dogs. Suitablity: People who accept them as part of the household and have the time to train their dog. Collies enjoy spending time with their family and […]
A growing number of animal lovers are opting for a career in natural therapies as an alternative to traditional veterinary medicine. Hayley Stansell takes a closer look at the benefits of choosing a holistic profession and how it can improve the life of your animal. Educator and author Christine Scully was shocked when her mare, […]
The title of this story may be a bit confusing or just plain interesting! While the correct terminology for a dog lifting its leg to wee is to cock (The Oxford Dictionary defines cock as to tilt something in a particular direction), some people prefer just to say lifting its leg. Dogs Life asked veterinarian […]
Pug dogs are gentle in nature and are great as a family pet. Facts Personality: These little dogs will have you in stitches with their attention seeking comedy acts. They are made of heart-melting goodness with great temperament and inquisitive nature. Suitability: Great for singles or family environments that are looking for a charismatic companion. […]
Find out some interesting Border Collie facts and the origin of this working dog breed. Facts Personality: Border Collies are highly intelligent, learn quickly and thrive on activity and attention. Their working genes make them hardy and energetic, and they are always up for a game or two, or three! They may be standoffish with […]
Many dogs have a genetic drive to accumulate food. So why are they such fussy eaters? Caroline Zambrano discovers the reasons behind fussy eating and gets advice from experts for ways to encourage a healthy appetite. From home-cooked meals to the most expensive dog food on the market, many owners go all out to provide […]
Thousands of dogs go missing across Australia annually. Last year alone the RSPCA took in more than 66,344 dogs some were surrendered voluntarily, while others were discovered wandering the streets. The good news is, 33 per cent of these dogs were reclaimed by their owners. To find out what to do if your dog goes […]
Dog trainer Karin Larsen Bridge delves into the competitive world of obedience dog trials. While most dog owners are happy with a pet that will come when called, sit when asked and go for a walk without pulling their arms off, obedience competitors strive for nothing short of perfection from their canine partners. Developed after […]
To discover the secrets behind natural therapies for dogs, Dogs Life consulted some of Australias most qualified natural therapists to explain how these amazing treatments work. Pet owners are increasingly looking beyond the world of conventional veterinary medicine by seeking natural therapies to improve the health of their canines. Eliza Tickle explores how some of […]
