Owning an aggressive dog can be an incredibly stressful experience. With unfortunate stories in the news all the time about dogs attacking people and having to be put down, owners of dogs with aggression problems often live in constant fear that their pet will go too far and be taken away from them, or seriously hurt someone. Like almost all dog be...
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One of the easiest ways to tell whether your dog is completely healthy is to look at its fur. You pet's coat can tell you a lot about what is going on inside, as any internal physical changes will be reflected through the condition of the fur. You'll get to know what your dog's coat should look like when you maintain a regular grooming schedule. No...
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What are hoof abscesses? Many horses are affected by hoof abscesses but what exactly are they? Put simply, a hoof abscess is a localised bacterial infection confined to the delicate structures of the hoof. Facing infection, the body produces purulent fluid (pus) to try to isolate and control the infection. Pus consists of dead white blood cells tha...
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Antifreeze poisoning in cats is one of the most dangerous yet preventable pet emergencies. This guide explains how ethylene glycol affects cats, the early and late symptoms of antifreeze poisoning, and what to do if you suspect your cat has ingested it. Key Takeaways: Even a tablespoon of antifreeze can be fatal to a cat. Early symptoms can a...
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Article as featured in Local Rider Magazine. If there is one thing all horse owners desire it is to improve and maintain their horse's condition, whatever its discipline, workload and state of fitness. A balanced diet combining adequate forage will maintain your horse to a good degree but there will be times in every horse's life and career when co...
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Worms can cause a dog to become extremely ill and may even be fatal if not treated quickly enough. For this reason, it is essential for owners to recognise the signs of a potential infection. Worms are also one of the most common problems in dogs. There are five types of worms that affect canines. These are heartworms, roundworms, hookworms, tapewo...
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You might not know it but optical complaints in cats are relatively common. However, because they are naturally independent creatures that tend to hide their afflictions well, it is not always obvious when a cat is suffering. Also, because eye problems aren’t as pronounced in cats as they are in dogs and horses, they often go unnoticed for so...
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When it comes to choosing the right bed, albeit for ourselves or our dogs, quality is key. After all, beds are big purchases that we hope will last us many years. This means providing year-round comfort and support, without wearing, losing shape or becoming any less inviting. If the bed we sleep on is made of quality materials, this is likely to tr...
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Finding out your pet has diabetes is distressing and quite often comes as a surprise. Nothing can prepare you for the lifestyle changes that inevitably follow a diagnosis of diabetes, and it can usually take a while adjusting to a new routine, especially in a household with more than one animal. While this is a challenging time for you, it is also...
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I’m sure it hasn’t slipped your notice that the nights are drawing in faster now and the weather is on the turn – sure fire signs that winter is here. For many people this means putting on the heating and wrapping up warm, but should the same provisions be made for our horses? Here we discuss the benefits of turning out a horse fo...
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