Travelling with your horse can open up a lot of opportunities, from discovering new hacking routes, to attending clinics, competing or that dreaded vet visit. Ensuring that your horse loads and travels confidently will enable you to do more together and take a bit of the stress out of going somewhere. Horses are prey animals and therefore entering...
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Many people assume that getting their dog to come back to them is easy, but in reality, even without distractions, it’s much harder than you might think. Like most behaviours, recall is something you need to teach. A dog won’t return to you if doing something else is more appealing, if he is afraid of the consequences of doing so, or if...
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At some point in your dog’s life, it may be necessary to change their diet, whether due to cost, food sensitivities or allergies, or even for medical or health reasons. As your dog ages, you may want to switch to life stage-specific food containing more tailored nutrition. Whatever the reason for the change, it is important to transition grad...
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Once you bring your new puppy home, you’ll need to dedicate a lot of time to training them, including training them to go outside to use the toilet. In time, this should become part of your daily routine and your dog will do it without thinking about it. The key is consistency, commitment and positive reinforcement. Puppies are still developi...
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Colic in horses is a common yet serious condition that every owner should understand. Knowing the causes, symptoms, and prevention strategies can help you act fast and protect your horse’s health. Key Takeaways Colic in horses is abdominal pain that can range from mild digestive discomfort to life-threatening intestinal twists. Early re...
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Leash training is an important aspect of general puppy training and is vital if you want to avoid a game of tug-o-war every time you go for a walk. You also want to ensure your dog has good manners and respects your position in the pecking order. So how do you teach a dog to walk calmly and politely on the lead? Depending on how willing your dog i...
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No one wants to plan for their dog getting hurt, but chances are they will at some point in their lives. Having a first aid kit to hand is essential, even if it just contains antiseptic cream and bandages. It is important to take this with you when you travel, as you never know when an accident will happen. Of course, if your dog’s injuries a...
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Many dogs are affected by food allergies, but when it comes to identifying the particular allergen causing problems, it can be a lengthy and involved process. Elimination Diet To isolate the allergen, an elimination diet is needed. This should always be undertaken under the care and advice of your vet to avoid getting it wrong and making your dog&r...
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Horses are big, powerful animals, but they do have their limits when it comes to how much weight they can carry. Researchers have identified a suitable rider weight threshold of 20% a horse’s bodyweight, including the weight of the tack. Beyond this and a horse will be under strain, making injuries more likely and reducing the horse's ability...
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There can be numerous benefits associated with feeding a raw or natural diet which may be noticed with your dog or cat in a few weeks of transition. Before embarking on your raw food journey, make sure you are fully aware of all the potential risks associated with this diet and have spoken to your vet about your decision. It is important to be full...
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