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Does your furry friend have a lighter coat or lighter patches of fur?

Dogs with lighter coats are just as beautiful as those with darker coats, but they are prone to a few more skin conditions than normal.

Itchy skin can cause absolute chaos and really affect your dog's quality of life.

One of the most common and frustrating 'itchy skin' conditions we see in dogs is atopic dermatitis. It is particularly troublesome in spring and summer.

Here are our top tips for taking care of your pet's skin and preventing those itches.

When it comes to managing the itchy pet, there is no magic pill! It's all about prevention of parasites and taking action before things get out of control.

When it comes to diabetic pets, to give or not to give is the question!

Diabetes in dogs affects their pancreas, just as it does in humans. This means their pancreas cannot produce enough insulin to regulate their glucose levels. It also means that diet plays a pretty important role in managing their blood sugar levels and overall health.

Are your dog's eyes getting a little goopy and you’re wondering what it could possibly mean?

There are different reasons for that eye goop and some can be acceptable while others are more sinister. Let’s take a look at the most common types.

Periodontal disease is no fun, but there are 5 other scary ways bad dental health is harming your pet!

If your pet is suffering from poor oral health the result can lead to devastating consequences, such as disease, complications and even a broken jaw!

Your pet’s dietary requirements change dramatically over the course of their lifetime, from crazy pup or kitten to those beautiful, golden senior years.

If you have taken a look at all the options for pet food you’ll notice that there are plenty of diets tailored to the life stages of your pet. So, here is a breakdown on each stage of life and why your pet would benefit from just such a diet.

The clear and simple answer is: YES! Your pet can get sunburnt by our powerful Aussie sun!

Because our pets love to spend a lot of time outdoors it is important that they are protected just as you would protect a child from those harmful rays.

Ever wondered why your pet eats grass?

It is one of those strange behaviours that can be a bit baffling, but there may be a very simple explanation why your dog or cat suddenly exhibits this cow-like interest.

Need to learn how to look after your pet's nails without a vet visit?

Try these six steps for nail trimming at home.