Dog Insurance or Pet Insurance can often be the last thing we think about when we get a new dog – after all they are a dog why on earth do we need to insure them.

We get caught up in the huge learning curve of training a dog, getting it micro chipped, learning the … more →

Dog Diets
Dog diet is probably the most understood aspect of good dog health, especially for new dog owners. We might look no further than the supermarket when we buy our dog’s food, or just focus on what’s at the vet. But did you know that the look, energy and general overall health of your dog … more →

It can be a chore depending on the type of dog you own. If you own a non shedding dog then you will be required to trim its fur to keep the coat under control and free of knots. If you own a shedding dog then you may need to brush it to keep its … more →

Itchy Dog?
There can be a variety of issues which cause this however most likely the cause is fleas. Often you won’t see them on your dog however you might notice red bites. The reason you might not see fleas is because they often live off the dog in cracks in your home. A flea … more →

There are different beliefs when it comes to where your dog should sleep. Some people let there dog sleep in there room while others use a crate or outside dog kennel. There is no definite right or wrong answers to where your dog should sleep however your dog should definitly have a place it … more →

What is a Cataract – Dog Health

Cataracts are opacities within the lens that may affect a small portion of the lens or the entire lens. These opacities vary from an incipient form (barely discernible ie retina easily seen), to a mature (retina not seen) to a hypermature or Morganian cataract (parts of retina seen as … more →

PRA was first described in the Gordon Setter in Sweden in 1911. The first breed to be involved in the United Kingdom was the Irish Setter. Subsequently there have followed reports of the disease in many other breeds of dog. The precise mode of inheritance has been proven to be a recessive gene in … more →

Dog Dental Care
Does your dog have bad breath?
Have you ever thought that dog’s teeth also need brushing? Well most likely not.
The first time I heard about brushing your dogs teeth I thought – is this is a joke?
When I visited my local vet they showed me the large range of dog dental care and it … more →

There are several common ear problems that can occur in dogs. The most common problem is usually an allergic reaction of some sort. Allergies often can occur for several factors ranging from a food allergy to an external environmental factor, such as pollen or toxic plants. Itchy, red inflamed ears and paws are a common … more →