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 […]
Winter can be harsh in some parts of Australia. Caroline Zambrano discovers outdoor dogs need special care during those long winter months. Whether you have space limitations or its a personal preference, you have chosen to keep your dog outside. However, do outdoor dogs have different care requirements compared to indoor pooches? Caroline Zambrano spoke […]
This article first appeared in the November/December 2006 issue of Dogs Life. Christmas has arrived again and while its a time to celebrate, it can also be a time of grief, when unknown holiday hazards can cause harm to your pet. Michelle Minehan finds out how to keep your dog safe during the holidays. […]
Dogs Life editor Tim Falk cranks the treadmill up to maximum speed to find out how you and your dog can get fit together and shed those extra winter kilos… Winter is the easiest time of year to stack on weight. Cold weather that keeps you locked up indoors, countless hearty warming meals and extra […]
This article first appeared in the January/February 2009 issue of Dogs Life. Keeping your pooch cool in summer Many pet owners enjoy taking their dogs out for a walk on a beautiful hot summers day, but Hayley Stansell brings up a few matters to consider before hitting the pavement together. As winter slowly […]
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 […]
When changes to the spine interfere with the normal functioning of the body, chiropractic care for dogs can be beneficial. Sue Moses discovers how this gentle manipulation of the body can achieve great results in a variety of conditions. You notice your dog is starting to repetitively lick a spot on its foot, leg or […]
Eye health in dogs is about as complex as it gets, with a myriad of canine eye conditions and complaints. Sue Moses finds most conditions can be treated and, at the very worst, a blind dog can lead a happy life. Melbourne animal-eyecare ophthalmologist, Dr Robin Stanley, says a blind dog initially copes much better […]
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 […]
Many pet owners have misconceptions about dogs from training and healthcare to feeding and behaviour. Caroline Zambrano dispels the top 12 most common dog myths. With so much information on pet care available nowadays whether its published on the Internet or spread by word-of-mouth it is hard to know what is true and what is […]
