The causes of paw-licking

The causes of paw-licking

Jasper, a one-year-old Cocker Spaniel, just couldn’t stop licking at his paws. After a particularly sleepless and irritating night for both Jasper and his owner Ben (where Ben felt just about ready to crack if he heard one more licking sound), Ben booked Jasper in for...
A healthy mouth at any age

A healthy mouth at any age

Did you know that good dental health throughout your pet’s life will go a long way towards maintaining their overall health, comfort and quality of life? Puppy and kitten dental care Whilst dental health might not be the first thing on your mind when you welcome a new...
“Age is just a number, baby”

“Age is just a number, baby”

Is your senior dog or cat moving more slowly? Taking the stairs a bit more hesitantly? Or perhaps having trouble keeping themselves looking clean and neat? While advancing age will lead to some inevitable changes in your pet’s physical capabilities and condition,...
Doggy boot camp 101

Doggy boot camp 101

Did you know that keeping your dog in a slim and fit body condition is actually associated with a reduced risk of joint problems, heart and respiratory disease, diabetes and some types of cancer? If your pet is carrying some extra weight, it might be time to take them...

Taking caution at off-leash dog parks

Recently, we have seen an increase in attacks at off-leash dog parks, so if you aren’t confident that your dog will respond to you when called, it’s important that they remain on-leash.Aggression is a normal doggy behaviour that helps them to express discomfort in a...