Just like people, our cats and dogs can experience stress and anxiety. For some pets its not obvious, maybe a drop in appetite or nail biting or grooming a bit more, but for others this shows up as restlessness, trembling, excessive barking or meowing, destructive behaviour, hiding, or even inappropriate toileting in the house. Stress …
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Calming Cats and Dogs: Supporting Pets Through Stress and Anxiety
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Understanding Stress and Anxiety in Pets: Signs and Natural Solutions
A recent study of 43,000 dogs in the US has revealed that nearly all pet dogs experience at least one serious behavioural issue. The most common problems include separation anxiety, aggression, fear, and house soiling. In fact, less than 1% of all dogs were found to have no behaviour issues at all. Other countries report …
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Supporting Pets Through the Fireworks and Party Season with Calming Supplements
As the holiday season approaches, many of us look forward to celebrations, fireworks, and parties. While it’s a time of joy and festivity for us, it can be quite the opposite for our furry friends, particularly dogs and cats. The loud noises and chaotic atmosphere during these events can cause stress and anxiety in our …
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Canine and Feline Anxiety: Natural solutions – 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 anxiety in cats and dogs. As beloved members of our families, dogs and cats experience a range of emotions, including anxiety. Just like humans, …
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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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Separation anxiety in dogs – how you can help your beloved pet!
Whether your dog is only a few months old or a few years old, if it is struggling with separation anxiety, it is probably causing you some anxiety too. Rest assured, you are not alone! Almost every dog owner has experienced a time in their dog’s life where their fluffy friend has struggled being left …
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Top tips for caring for nervous dogs during firework season
Did you know that 40% of the UK’s dogs are afraid of fireworks? They might look pretty, but fireworks are a real trigger for nervous and anxious dogs. The loud noise and flashes of light can cause a noticeable change in behaviour, even for the most confident of dogs! You might find your dogs barking, …
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How to improve your dog’s digestive system
Does your dog suffer from an upset tummy? Here are our top tips to help you.
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