Cats - Pet safety - common problems and dangers

If your pet has been stung by a bee or insect, here's some instructions you can follow to assist your pet.

istock-1137367514-small.jpg Chocolate in moderate amounts is a sweet part of life for many of us. However, even a small amount of chocolate to some cats and dogs can be devastating and potentially

Pet ownership isn't what it used to be and as the times have changed we've seen pets become more of a part of the family. Long are the days where our dogs are simply left outside. More and more

Avoid unusual pet injuries these holidays with five simple tips to pet proof your Christmas.

You are outside in the backyard, the clouds are over head, the wind is chilly and there is a slight dampness in the air. You can't wait to get back inside to sip your favourite hot drink and sit in

The collar is an essential accessory for every pet and a fashion highlight for some too. However you should choose carefully as a poorly selected and fitted collar may cause unnecessary injury.

Spontaneous loud bangs and explosions, and even unexpected noises such as the screeching of a tradesman's power tool can send some pets into a frenzy and others into trembling balls of fur. Here's a few tips to help your companion cope with fireworks and loud noises.

As the weather warms up during Spring and Summer we usually see an increase in grass seed related problems. This season has been no exception and despite the size of a grass seed, they can cause

In hot weather many of us simply take our dogs for a swim to help them cool off. But how do we help to keep our cats safe and comfortable during a heatwave?

Warmer weather plays host to a number of parasites which commonly affect pets such as fleas, heartworm and in the more northern and north eastern parts of Australia, ticks. Here's a snapshot and some

How much do you know about the paint used in your house? Has your house built before 1970? Is the paint in poor condition - flaking, peeling or chalking? Are the areas of deteriorating paint

Although lilies are flowers commonly used in floral arrangements, and cats often have access to them, most cat owners and florists, are unaware of lily intoxication as a potential cause of kidney (

The first step in controlling a mosquito problem is to remove any unnecessary still water sources on your property. This will help lower mosquito reproduction and hopefully reduce their numbers

When a concerned pet owner fears their pet may be in pain, it is not uncommon to consider the use of human medications. Unfortunately giving pets human medications (especially pain killers) can have

Many of us turn towards the backyard and garden without realising it, we can unintentionally increase the risk of poisoning our companions. The most commonly used lawn care products are of

Treating our companions to some of the foods we relish can be very dangerous to pets. Find here a guide to some of the common dangers in a household including a list of toxic foodstuffs, human

Despite the name, ringworm is not a worm (or even caused by a worm), but a fungal infection of the top layers of the skin and hair. The kinds of fungi that cause ringworm are called dermatophytes,

Backyard swimming pools are a constant source of fun, laughter and amusement for the whole family including pets. If you are a pet owner and have a swimming pool or are thinking about installing one

For many of us, our pets are fixtures of our lives. They rest when we rest, they spend time with us in the garden or watch dutifully while we clean the house. However, some of the substances that we

Does your pet love to roll in anything left lying around or is super inquisitive and will stick their paws into all things smelly or gooey? If yes, then find out more about removing paint, oil and

Toxoplasmosis is a disease caused by infection with the organism called Toxoplasma gondii.Cats are usually infected by ingesting the organism present in the tissues (meat) of another infected animal known as an ‘intermediate host' which is usually a rodent.

You are outside in the backyard. The clouds are over head, the wind is chilly and there is a slight dampness in the air. You can't wait to get back inside to sip your favourite hot beverage and sit