Pet News

The key to managing arthritis is a multi-targeted approach taken by your vet, which includes disease modifying drugs, non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs), specifically formulated diets and nutriceuticals. However, there are steps you can take at home to help your arthritic pet to live a more comfortable day-to-day life:

Just like humans, 70% of our pet’s immune system resides in their gut, making their digestive system an integral part of their health and wellbeing. This is where probiotics are little machines of goodness that can give your pet’s immune system a real boost on a daily basis.

If it was up to your dog you’d be feeding them every five minutes! You’d end up with a bowling ball on legs and a very full pup! So, the question is...

There are several signs of Dementia in senior pets. These signs will warn you that all is not right with your pet and should never be ignored. Many of them may be considered a bit “odd” to pet parents, but all behavioural changes in your pet happen for a reason and should be seen by your vet as soon as possible.

Hot spots are a moist dermatitis which are most commonly caused by bacteria. They look like a sticky, raw and red patch of skin and will be a constant annoyance to your pet.

If you are frustrated with the urine stains on your lawn then you are not alone! Thankfully, this problem has a few easy solutions that will leave you with much better grass in just a short time!

Does your cat feel like a little hairball factory?

Thankfully, these unpleasant little wads of gooey fur are not a fait accompli for your and your feline friend! There are ways that you can reduce and even eliminate hairballs completely.

Dogs are social creatures and they form strong bonds with humans. Most dogs cope ok with the daily separation from their owners but unfortunately some dogs will become very distressed and even destructive, a problem known as separation anxiety.

Protein is an important part of your pet’s diet. Just like humans, it keeps them strong, healthy and energetic so it’s important to give them the best sources of protein you can get.

The amino acid, Taurine, is vitally important to your cat’s health and wellbeing and is one of those nutrients that MUST be obtained through diet.