What it means to be a responsible pet owner

It’s easy and relatively cheap to acquire a pet, but it takes a lot more than simply owning a dog, cat, bird, rodent or reptile to be a responsible pet owner. We derive pleasure and a whole host of benefits from pet ownership – physical exercise, emotional stimulation, social fulfilment, and security – but responsible pet […]

How to keep ticks and fleas away from your pets for good

Ticks and fleas may be tiny, but they can have huge consequences if they are not kept in check. These external parasites live off the blood of mammals, so it’s only a matter of time before your pets attract them, host them and then bring them indoors. Ticks and fleas are drawn towards the cosy […]

Common dog illnesses and how to know your dog is not well

While some dogs live exceptionally healthy lives, the majority of our furry friends will experience an illness, allergic reaction, or some kind of system imbalance that requires veterinary treatment. Dogs are well-known stoics – they don’t want us to know they’re sick and will hide their symptoms; after all, in the wild wolf pack, the […]