Looking After Your Pet's Health
Animal lovers have been saying it for years, but animals, especially pets, are people too! While this is usually meant as a joke, there are elements of truth in it. Many people consider their pet to be a member of the family, and especially for children, the companionship of a loved pet can be something they’ll remember and cherish for their whole life.
Friday, 10th February 2006

Your Dogs Health - The Basics Every Pet Owner Should know
Your dog is probably stronger and healthier than most humans that you know. However, by taking him from his natural environment, where only the strongest survive, to the artificial one in which most pet dogs live, we have exposed him to an entirely new set of dangers which their instincts are not designed to cope with.
Thursday, 9th February 2006


Broken Legs are Serious Risks for Italian Greyhounds
We have two Italian Greyhounds (affectionately referred to as IG’s). Dixie was two when we brought Yankee home. I read that IG’s are happier with another animal and thought that another IG would be half as much trouble and twice as much fun. After a few days of establishing a pack order the two became great friends.
Monday, 6th February 2006

Feeding Your Dog For Health
In today's modern home, pets are part of the family, and pet owners need to design good feeding practices suitable for their particular pet, and also suitable for their own lifestyle.
Monday, 6th February 2006

The Pudgy Pooch
Fat dogs are likely to end up with serious dog health problems. Ask yourself these three questions. Is your dog starting to look a little overweight? Is it difficult to feel your dog's ribs? Has your dog gained a few extra pounds in the last year? If you answered “yes” to one or more of these questions then maybe it is time to start thinking about a weight control program for your dog.
Friday, 3rd February 2006

Feeding the Older Dog
Dog Food for the Older Dog. What changes do you need to make to your dog feeding regime as your dog gets older? The changes you make to your dog feeding regime, and when you make them will vary depending on the age of your dog, and the breed of your dog.
Wednesday, 1st February 2006

Health Problems in the German Shepherd Dog
As with most pedigree breeds, there are certain hereditary conditions that can be a problem in the German Shepherd as well as other health issues that are more prevalent in this breed which need to be considered if you are thinking acquiring a GSD.
Monday, 30th January 2006

Things You Should Know About Your Dog - But Don't Want To Talk About!
When you decided to get a dog, I'll bet you daydreamed about the great times you'd have with your new best friend. However, there are many things that you need to consider in order to keep your pooch happy and healthy. Things that perhaps you'd rather not even think about!
Sunday, 29th January 2006

Teach Your Pup To Swim For Fun And Exercise
Whether your pup is headed to the duck blind or you just want to teach him to swim for fun and exercise the techniques are the same. Dogs are land mammals and are not born knowing how to swim. Occasionally a young dog will wade right in and go, but most need a gentle introduction and some encouragement to swim.
Friday, 27th January 2006

Pet Insurance - A Waste Of Time?
According to a survey published by Mintel, one in three pets needs an unexpected visit to the vet each year. This means that you are more likely to claim on your pet insurance than on a home & contents policy or even your car insurance.
Thursday, 26th January 2006

Pet Insurance - Check Out 10 Key Questions Before You Buy
If your bones and joints are strong and flexible, they move smoothly. And that means life can be fun, and appreciated fully. But for one in seven people, movement is restricted by a musculoskeletal disorder - arthritis, back pain, fracture, osteoporosis, or sports trauma. Faced with such pain and discomfort, you may be pleased to pay £3,500 for orthopaedic surgery or hydrotherapy to get those painful joints flexible again. But would you be so willing to spend the same money on your pet Labrador?
Thursday, 26th January 2006

Taking Care Of An Older Dog
Well I guess you know Dogs age faster than us. One dog year is more closer to a person aging eight years in life. Before we realize, we have to face issues related Health of your old pal. It is therefore important that you have common knowledge of older dog health and how you can better supply your pet through his older dog health years.
Monday, 23rd January 2006

So What's the Deal with Organic Pet Food?
As you know, dog food is available in a wide variety of colours, sizes, flavors, and shapes. The real distinction is obviously the ingredients contained in the products. You may be surprised to know that the ingredient list on dog food labels reads very much like human junk food. Some ingredients are even difficult to pronounce and are borrowed from medical encyclopedias. Then of course there are dog foods that are teeming with artificial ingredients, additives and preservatives that can be harmful to pets. So just what is "Spot" to do when it comes to hes the deal with organic pet food?, organic pet food, organic dog food, choosing a healthy dog food, healthy dog althy eating?
Monday, 23rd January 2006

Dog Fleas
Dog fleas can cause more than itching. They are difficult to control, but, left unchecked, they can cause your dog very serious health problems.
Friday, 20th January 2006

Why Immunization is so Important for Your Pets
There are six serious, highly contagious canine epidemic diseases that are frequently fatal, but happily all can be prevented by vaccination and prompt Veterinary attention. If your dog is healthy and you give him normal care, including regular immunization shots, chances are you will never have to deal personally with any of these dread diseases.
Sunday, 15th January 2006