Did you know that dogs don’t see the same way we do? They have what is called Dichromatic Vision. Their eyes have two types of colour receptor cells – what does this mean – they see colour within two spectrums of light namely blue and yellow and their relative shades. Humans on the other hand …
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Do Dogs Watch Telly
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A Spotlight on Vision – Advice from our in-house Vet Dr Barbara Fougere
Our In-House Vet Dr Barbara Fougere BSc BVMS (Hons) MODT MHSc (Herb Med) BHSc (Comp Med) Grad Dip Herb Med, Grad Dip VCHM, Grad Dip VWHM, Grad Dip VA gives advice on vision care. Those black button eyes that communicate so much to us, or deep brown eyes that show their love and trust, or bright …
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Caring for Older Dogs
Just because your dog gets old doesn’t mean that they are as fun as when they were younger. Of course it is just a different type of fun, just a more relaxed and slow paced fun. Of course for certain dogs old age comes sooner than for others and it is important to support them …
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How Old is Your Dog?
Middle age, senior and geriatric are some of the terms we use to categorise pets, why is that important? Middle-aged dogs are more vulnerable or at risk for age-related health problems. Getting in early can help prevent chronic disease or slow it down. Apart from large breed dogs, most dogs reach middle age by 7 …
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Are dogs ticklish?
You are not alone in wondering if dogs are indeed ticklish. The short answer is yes! Absolutely! Our fury friends can be super ticklish. The response to being tickled is also known as gargalesis and has been proven to be present in humans and other animals like rats and primates, and it has been found that …
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The link between digestion and health
It is sometimes difficult to appreciate how the digestive tract can affect general health, but if gut health is poor it can lead to a range of other problems. Even chronic diseases such as arthritis and skin disease can have digestive disturbances as an underlying cause. Similarly, the digestive tract is sensitive to an entire …
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Valerian Root Powder – Our August Super Ingredient
Our super ingredient for this month is Valeriana officinalis, a flowering plant native to Europe and Asia, according to National Institutes of Health (NIH).This month we take a deeper dive into this super ingredient also known as Valerian Root Powder. Valerian root is known for its calming qualities and is often used in dog supplements …
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Preparing your dog for kennels
Summer holidays and sometimes unforeseen instances can mean you need to kennel your pet. Of course there are also other alternatives like having a family friend look after your pet or hiring a professional dog sitter but these aren’t always available. So how do we prepare our dog for kennels. Choosing the best kennel for …
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Mental health in cats and dogs
Cats and dogs suffer mental health issues just like people. While people can seek help, sometimes the signs and symptoms in pets can be difficult to read, they rely on us to realize something is wrong. Separation anxiety is common in dogs. If you are planning a holiday and its time for kennels, or if …
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