Delta Behavioural Trainer Karin Larsen Bridge from Get S.M.A.R.T. Dogs shares tips on keeping your dog active indoors and out through the winter months. Winter is a time when many people are inclined to slow down, stay indoors and take advantage of long cold nights in front of the fireplace. In the northern hemisphere, hibernation […]
Vaccinating your puppy can give him much-needed protection against the potentially deadly parvovirus. Tim Falk reports. Everyone remembers the last time they had gastro — after all, the unfortunate symptoms of a nasty stomach bug make it very hard to forget. Just like us, our dogs can suffer gastroenteritis as well, in the form of […]
Kylie Baracz discovers how pet insurance can help owners overcome their dogs’ health needs. Chances are, over its lifetime, your pet will need at least one un-scheduled visit to the vet after a sudden accident or illness. Until this time, however, many pet owners will assume their pets will be healthy and safe. This was […]
Why is it so important to vaccinate your dog? Tim Falk investigates. If you’re thinking of adding a new puppy to your family, chances are you’re probably aware that there are vaccinations available to protect your dog against a range of diseases. But have you ever stopped to think about what those diseases are, when […]
Kylie Baracz discovers the latest in pet medical treatment – from recent breakthroughs to the equipment saving lives. Compared to the human medical field, veterinary medicine is either struggling behind or way out in front when it comes to its ongoing development. According to Dr David Neck, spokesperson of the Australian Veterinary Association (AVA), the […]
Katie Cincotta sniffs out the best homes away from home for your happy hound. Lavishing our canine companions with VIP treatment is nothing new. We might think it’s been the domain of 21st century pets that has risen to the ranks of family fur kids, but it’s been going on for hundreds of years – […]
A Girl’s Best Friend is the result of author-photographer David Darcy’s Australia-wide search for women with dog tales to share. Featuring interviews and photographs, the book chronicles not just the many stories of these women and their canine companions, but also all the wonderful places they call home. Be it a caravan park in Cairns, […]
Dogs, like children, can get into all sorts of trouble – especially if they find objects that may be harmful or even fatal. Kylie Baracz discovers what you should do if you think your dog is choking. What are the common objects dogs choke on? It depends on the size of the dog, but for […]
Arthritis is a painful and debilitating condition that affects far too many of our furry friends, but now there’s a new treatment option helping give sick dogs a new lease on life. Tim Falk discovers how stem cell therapy can be used to treat arthritis. As is the case for many humans, arthritis is a […]
Kylie Baracz finds out how saying goodbye to your pet can be done in a comfortable and safe manner for both you and your furry friend. It is hard to imagine we ever have to farewell our best furry friends. However, like us, they age, get weary and can develop arthritis and other aches and […]
