Many dogs are very afraid of the sounds caused by thunderstorms and they are also sensitive to the changes in barometric pressure and electrical field disturbances associated with these storms. After thunderstorms, The Lost Dogs´ Home in North Melbourne admits many stray dogs that have simply run away from home in an attempt to ‘get [...]
Behavioural problems are unfortunately one of the most common reasons for surrender and euthanasia of pets. Although it is certainly possible to train your pet at home, puppy preschool and obedience training provide your dog with socialization with other dogs, with other people and exposure to novel situations which training at home cannot. For young [...]
You must treat your pets as you would a small child. Keep ALL detergents, chemicals, and medications well out of reach. Many people assume that cats are too fussy or too smart to be poisoned. But due to their small size, grooming habits and metabolism, poisoning can be a serious risk for cats. Depending on [...]
Unless your dog is dirty or has specific skin conditions, it is generally not necessary to bathe your dog more than fortnightly. Excessive bathing will cause skin conditions in sensitive dogs. A range of dog shampoos and conditioners are specifically formulated for your dog’s skin as well as special preparations for particular skin conditions. Shampooing [...]
Most car sickness is related to anxiety and not motion related at all. Car trips can be associated, in your dog’s mind, with unpleasant experiences such as separation from litter mates, or perhaps an anxious experience at a boarding kennel or veterinary clinic. If this is the case the solution is simple – allow your [...]
1. Ensure someone reliable is organized to care for your pets if you are going away. 2. If your pet is going into boarding kennels ensure that it is fully vaccinated. 3. Be careful feeding your dog excess leftovers at Christmas. 4. Excess scraps can cause gastroenteritis. 5. Chocolates can be toxic to dogs. 6. [...]
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