Hot weather – ideas to keep your dog cool and amused
What do the Kongsicle, the Slippery Brick and the Wading Pool all have in common? They will keep your canine cool and amused this summer, and they are fun and easy to [...]
Fireworks – and coping with loud noises
There's nothing like the marvel of fireworks or the beat of loud music for us human beings but for many pets it is not all fun and games. Spontaneous loud bangs and [...]
Lead poisoning – renovation rescue for your house not your pet!
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 [...]
CPR for your pet
Just like a human medical emergency, follow the same DRSABC principles of handling an animal medical emergency. D - Danger - make sure it is safe to approach your pet. Use a blanket/ [...]
Travel – restraining your dog in a car
Do I need to restrain my dog in the car? The answer to this question depends on your location and requires a mostly common sense response. Throughout Australia the laws surrounding dog [...]
Mosquitoes – solving a mozzie problem on your pet
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 locally. Another [...]
