When describing animal behaviour, "fear" and "anxiety" can be confusing terms as they are often used interchangeably. A fearful response is an instinctive self-preservation … [Read more...]
Brachycephalic Airway Syndrome in Dogs and Cats
Brachycephalic airway syndrome is defined as partial blockage of airflow through the upper respiratory tract, which consists of the area from the nostrils to the throat. It is seen … [Read more...]
Anal Gland Disease and Its Treatment
Anal gland disease is a common and distressing condition in pets and often causes of 'scooting' behaviour, where a dog or cat drags its derriere along the carpet. What are anal … [Read more...]
Chewing Behaviour in Dogs
"Oh no, not my favourite slippers!" Yes, another shoe's tragic demise by your chomping and slobbering fiend. To be fair, chewing is a perfectly natural thing for a dog to do. … [Read more...]
Pets’ Holiday Horrors
Christmas and summer holidays often cause many problems for our animal family members. Please heed these warnings and take special care of your pets this festive season. Let … [Read more...]
What is Mange?
Mange is a term often misused by pet owners to describe any itchy skin condition, especially the 'mangy' appearance of a dog with flea allergy dermatitis. However, true mange is a … [Read more...]
Flea Allergy Dermatitis (FAD) in Dogs
Flea allergy dermatitis (FAD) occurs when the dog has an allergic reaction to the saliva that is injected by the flea under the skin when it feeds. What are the signs of … [Read more...]
Eye Disease in Pets
In dogs and cats, conditions affecting the eyes are quite common and potentially serious. They can range from simple eye irritations to serious and even life-threatening … [Read more...]
Canine Parvovirus Infection
Of all the viral diseases that a dog can be plagued by, Canine Parvovirus is one of the most dangerous. Whereas Distemper and Hepatitis are rare now, parvovirus regularly … [Read more...]
Children and Guinea Pigs
When introducing guinea pigs to the family, as the adults of the home it is essential to be sure you want to commit to having guinea pigs as the children may at some stage in the … [Read more...]