Although only four per cent of an animals total body weight comprises mineral matter, the presence of these elements is essential for life. Caroline Zambrano discovers the benefits of minerals for dogs. Minerals play an important role in canine nutrition and need to be balanced with each other in the diet to work well. Dogs […]
Pet food manufacturers insist the preservatives added to pet food “ensure product integrity and stability”. Veterinary experts argue they are harmful to pets. Caroline Zambrano investigates the controversy over preservatives in dog food. Dogs Life decide to take a sneak peek into the controversy surrounding preservatives in dog food. We interviewed veterinary professionals, dog owners […]
With a growth in alternative and complementary therapies, some holistic veterinarians are turning to natural, home remedies to improve canine health such as echinacea for dogs. Eliza Tickle reports. Dogs Life consulted some of Australia’s leading natural veterinarians to explain the benefits of home remedies and natural cures. Home remedies are generally inexpensive, easily accessible and […]
Does your canine companion have a sensitive tummy? Perhaps its recovering from illness, a skin allergy, or has bowel problems? When a dog has a health issue, special care often needs to be given to its diet. Carrol Baker investigates the diet for sensitive dogs: what to feed your pooch if hes a fussy eater, […]
Winter is the season with the shortest days and the lowest temperatures. Caroline Zambrano speaks to pet experts about some winter worries. When the winds change and temperature begins to drop, dog owners come to Dogs Life resident veterinarian Dr Michael Archinal with questions about winter care. One has a new puppy and is not […]
