My dog is limping but he's healthy. That's a refrain that vets hear time and again. What pet owners don't realise is that limping can be a sign of arthritis but because pets are good at hiding their pain, you may not be aware of it until the disease has progressed. My...
Pregnancy in pets necessitates special care and attention, and additional veterinary visits. Here’s our vet’s guide to how to care for a pregnant pet, and her puppies or kittens: Pregnancy basics DOGS go on heat from the age of 7-9 months for 2-3 weeks. They are...
Adopting a puppy or kitten is a big responsibility, not to be taken lightly. Your pet will likely live for at least 10 years so before taking him or her into your home, consider carefully whether your current lifestyle, and your future lifestyle, can cope. Other...
We all want to save money on vet's bills and there are some simple things you can do that will certainly cut costs in the long-term. Here are our top 10 money savers: Do your research So your children want a dog and you want a cat and before you know it, your house is...
Annual checkups may seem unnecessary if your pet looks healthy but there are myriad reasons why they're essential. And the added bonus: they're a great cost-saver. Why does my pet need an annual checkup? From birth to the age of 7, all pets should see the vet at least...
Any pet owner who’s had trouble with fleas on a dog or cat knows how quickly an infestation of these pint-sized pests can spiral out of control. But how does it go from one flea to hundreds–even thousands–so quickly? Here’s a breakdown of the flea life cycle from egg...
Kittens love to play; tumbling, jumping, running, rolling... they just can't keep still. Turning your home into a feline wonderland not only keeps your cat amused, it keeps brain and body healthy too. Let him climb and hunt like the wild thing he thinks he is. You...
Sterilisation could save your pet's life because it's not just about preventing kittens and puppies; the longer a pet (male or female) remains unsterilised the higher their risk of cancers. If you have a female dog or cat Your pet is at high risk of mammary (breast)...
Fat cats may look cute and cuddly but the reality is that if a cat is just a kilogram or so over its ideal weight, it’s at risk for developing some serious medical conditions. When a cat is overweight or obese, it’s not a question of if it will develop a related...
How to keep your cat healthy from birth to old age need not involve expensive veterinary fees; nor is it particularly complicated. The key to good health is prevention and the earlier you start, the easier - and cheaper - it is to keep your cat healthy well into his...
How your kitten uses the litter box from an early age will set him up for adulthood, so a bit of effort in training him young will ensure the best outcome for you both. Here’s the good news: your kitten is already hardwired to make litter training easy, so it’s up to...
Cat's claws are essential to their wellbeing. They're used for many different activities, including scratching, climbing and marking territory. Cat's claws are retractable, staying hidden until a cat needs to use them. They also grow continually. Outdoor cats keep...