Dog Parks: Safety Considerations

Safety Considerations

Before you head to your local dog park, you need to make sure that your trip to the park will be a safe one. Follow the below tips to ensure that this is the case. 1. Length of time You’ve probably experienced an overtired child when something that was funny soon turns to tears and […]

Raw Food Diets for Dogs

Raw Food

What is the raw food diet? The raw food diet emphasizes eating raw bones, meat and fruits, and vegetables. This may include: – Whole or ground bones – Muscle meat which is on the bone – Organic meats i.e. kidney or liver – Vegetables such as celery, spinach or broccoli. – Raw eggs – Dairy […]

Considerations for Dog Safety in Cold Weather

Cold Weather

Now that the weather has changed, we need to make sure that our dogs are ready for the winter months too. Below we will highlight some tips for you to consider so that you can make sure you avoid any potential winter hazards and your dog remains warm and safe. Keeping your dog warm Before […]

Travelling with your Dog

Travelling with your Dog

It’s perfectly normal to want to take your dog with you when you go away, after all, your dog is a part of your family. These days it’s easy to find a vacation package to suit your dog as many people choose to take their dog on vacation with them. However, if you have a […]

What to do with an Overweight Dog

Overweight Dog

What to do with an Overweight Dog   Health issues are more common in dogs that are overweight such as heart disease, diabetes, issues related to the immune system and some cancers. If your dog is overweight then you need to do something about it and put your dog on a diet. We will provide […]

Separation Anxiety and Dogs

Separation Anxiety and Dogs

When you leave your house do you find that your dog seems to get nervous? It could be that your dog chews or destroys your furniture when you are out. If so, these are signs that your dog may have separation anxiety. Separation anxiety explained Separation anxiety relates to the way your dog reacts when […]

Safely Introducing a Dog to Your Family with Young Children

Safely Introducing a Dog

The term ‘dog is a man’s best friend’ has come from somewhere. Dogs have become a part of our family and help to teach us and children responsibility, respect, gentleness and love. If you have decided to get a dog, as much as it is exciting, you still need to make sure that you introduce […]

Nuisance Barking

Nuisance Barking

It is normal for dogs to bark but barking that’s too often and too much is an issue that very common with dog owners. In order to overcome nuisance barking you first need to understand the reason for the barking in the first place.  Why your dog is barking There are many reasons why your […]

Training for Rescue Dogs and Why it is Extra Important

Training for Rescue Dogs and Why it is Extra Important

It’s not a nice thought to think that there are many rescue centers that are packed with homeless dogs. However, as we’ve become more aware of these rescue centers, more and more people are choosing to provide these abandoned dogs with a loving home. If you decide to get a rescue dog it will take […]

How to Select a Great Dog Trainer

How to Select a Great good dog trainer

In order to be a responsible dog owner, you need to ensure that your dog is well behaved. Not only is dog training a fantastic way for you and your dog to get to know one another, dog training is usually the best option to help teach your dog and motivate him from a young […]