At one time or another, most children will raise the subject of owning a horse or pony. For some this desire for a horse will be no more than a fleeting daydream (much to the relief of the parents!) but for others, the want for a horse will last forever. While all pets require commitment and financing, the demands of horses are unrivalled when it c...
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We all love to pamper our pets, and feeding them delicious food and tasty treats is one of the ways to do so. It's important to keep an eye on how much you're feeding and exactly what you're feeding, as canine obesity is a growing problem. Obesity in dogs is just like obesity in humans - it's fundamentally caused by ingesting more energy than is be...
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Compared with some animal species, the life expectancy of domestic cats is relatively long, and, thanks to advances in medicine, is only going to increase. On average, cats will live 12-15 years, with some entering their early 20's and beyond. A one year old cat is comparable to a 20 year old human, with every subsequent year adding four years to i...
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Ear infections in dogs and cats are fairly common and are usually the result of bacterial or yeast infections. These begin in the ear canal and tend to arise in dogs where ears are low to the ground or excessively moist or hairy, and, in cats, where ears are wounded. It is important to monitor and maintain your pet’s ears throughout its life,...
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Going on holiday is a time for relaxing and forgetting your worries, but when you have a cat that isn’t going with you, arranging its care in your absence can be a stressful time. If you’ve never left your cat before, knowing what the best option is is tricky, with no way of predicting how it will cope. When planning your cat’s ca...
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Lyme Disease, named after Lyme town in Connecticut where a number of early cases were identified, is a vector-borne illness caused by the Borrelia burgdorferi bacterium. The bacterium is carried and transmitted by the Ixodes tick, which feeds on the blood of humans and animals (including dogs and cats). In the Northern Hemisphere, Lyme Disease is t...
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As we all know, being overweight is just as serious as being underweight and this is no different in horses. Carrying excess weight puts extra strain on joints and ligaments as well the major organs. Obese horses and ponies are much more likely to develop conditions such as laminitis, insulin resistance and equine metabolic disorder. If you read ou...
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Trimming the cat’s claws is a prospect that probably fills most owners with dread. They’re squirmish and stubborn creatures at the best of times and many cats really hate being handled. This makes restraining them for long enough to have their claws clipped a bit of a challenge. While most cats can maintain their claws themselves, for s...
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Wondering how to brush your dog's teeth without stress or struggle? With the right approach, tools, and routine, you can keep your dog’s mouth healthy, and even make brushing an enjoyable part of their day. Key Takeaways: Start dental care early: Introduce brushing gradually to puppies to help them get comfortable and even enjoy it. Use...
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Whether you're on the cusp of bringing home your very first pooch or you and your faithful friend have been inseparable for years, microchipping is a term you are likely to have heard a lot recently, largely because of an impending change in the law that will make it compulsory. If your dog isn't yet microchipped, you can find out all about it belo...
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