From a dull, lifeless coat to a few extra layers of fat, the signs of poor nutrition are easy to identify. Tim Falk investigates how to give your pooch the best possible nutrition. The old saying that you are what you eat is an apt one, not just for us but for our dogs as […]
Is vaccinating your dog important ? Laura Greaves investigates. There’s so much to think about when you bring home a new puppy: buying bedding and toys, a collar and lead, signing up for Puppy School and choosing the right food. But perhaps the most important thing we can do for our furry new arrivals is […]
A dog breed is now under threat with Victoria’s controversial breed-specific legislation constantly in the headlines. Laura Greaves explains what it means for dog owners. Breanna Chapman’s dog, Lilla, is not just a companion — she’s her lifeline. Melbourne-based Chapman is seriously ill, and says her six-year-old American Staffy cross American Bulldog has saved her […]
Obesity in dogs is a growing dog health problem but, as Danielle Chenery discovers, you can help your pet keep the kilos at bay. For most overweight dogs, like humans, unwanted weight gain is related to eating too much food. These days, weight gain is all too easy for dogs, whose diets are so far […]
Dear Dogs Life, I’m worried about my dog’s teeth. He had quite bad breath, so about two months ago he had a scale and polish under anaesthetic, which went well. The vet said his teeth were generally good, though there had been a bit of decay on his incisors. For a couple of weeks his […]
You can’t beat an Aussie summer. Endless sun, trips to the beach, backyard barbies and days that seem to go on forever. But while the warmer months offer the perfect opportunity for dog owners to get out and about with their pooches, the increased heat can cause plenty of serious dog health consequences for our […]
It is a dog owners worst nightmare; the sound of wheels screeching to a halt followed by a distinct, painful yelp. Prevent your dog from becoming the next roadside accident with some road rules for dogs. Dog are smart when it comes to fetching slippers, predicting a thunderstorm or looking sheepish when the sandwich you […]
The Staffordshire Bull Terrier is a small to medium breed that is suitable for families and doesn’t need lots of grooming. Facts Personality: A fun, loyal pooch that will thrive with good training and socialisation, and if it is accepted as one of the family and included in family activities. The Staffy has a soft spot for kids and makes a […]
People have been hounded for years about the health risks of cigarette smoking, and veterinary studies today reveal our pets are in danger, too. Katie Cincotta speaks to experts about the hard facts. Medical science and anti-cancer groups have been hounding us for decades about the ills of smoking. Now, research is also proving […]
There are all sorts of creepy crawlies out there, and chances are, at some point in your dogs life it will get bitten whether its by a mosquito, spider, tick, bee or flea. Knowing what to look for could save your dogs life, discovers Sunny de Bruyn. Just like humans, some dogs are more […]
