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Why isn't my puppy sleeping?
Around 12 weeks of age a pup may start to naturally start sleeping mainly at night. It's also at this time they are often moved from their litter and have their routine disturbed
What's the best advice for new puppies?
Food and water bowls should be made from stainless steel. Those little puppy teeth marks in plastic allow food particles to be trapped causing contamination, making your puppy sick
How to get your dog to sleep later
Is your dog really awake? Dogs spend around 23% of the night in deep sleep. The rest of the time is REM sleep and in a drowsy state of wakefulness. Barking can be misinterpreted as being awake
Safely exercise a dog with arthritis
A dog with joint inflammation needs exercise that increases blood flow and mobility in the affected joints without irritating the area. Encourage exercise at lower intensity levels
What's the best diet for an aging dog?
The best diet for a senior dog includes plenty of variety - wet, dry and fresh foods. Supplements are important. Omega 3 and 6, glucosamine, chondroitin and probiotics. Highly rated brands focus on
How to stop destructive chewing
This is not a problem exclusive to puppies. Dogs are natural hunters so its instinctive. Chewing can start as early as 3 weeks to explore and to relieve teething
What's the best and worst foods for dogs
You might be surprised at the healthy, natural dog food treats you'll have on hand, that your dog will love. A list of foods that because they are toxic and dangerous to dogs.
How can I help a dog with joint pain
Relief starts with gentle, regular exercise at a pace to suit your dog's pain to keep muscles strong. Hip and joint supplements are well known for their beneficial effects on joints, muscles and connective tissue
What's Localised cooling for dog's arthritis?
Treatment for an arthritic dog that focuses on the intra-articular space between the joints and where the cartilage tends to rub together, break down and become damaged. The body responds by swelling
