3 minute read Dog nutrition can be a controversial topic. Views can differ widely and owners can often have a pretty definite stance on what they think is the best diet for their pooch. It’s also a minefield. Finding science-based, unbiased information takes time. A Google search will bring up hundreds of results on the pros and cons […]
What is Social Enrichment?
3 minute read As you know, I’m a big fan of enrichment activities for our much-loved mutts. A daily walk doesn’t always cut it when it comes to keeping them adequately stimulated. Well, it wouldn’t for us, so why do you expect it to be so for them? Boredom, frustration, and loneliness can manifest itself in many ways. […]
How Many Times a Day Should You Feed Your Dog?
4 minute read What to feed your pooch and how often are two of the most common questions for new doggy parents. Whilst what to feed him should be based on solid research and consultation with your vet and/or canine nutritionist, when to feed him has some general guidelines everyone can follow. Well, kind of. As with any […]
The 4 Life Stages of Your Dog
6 minute read When will he stop chewing my slippers? What age should training begin? How do I know when to change his diet? How much exercise should he be getting now he’s older… … the life of a doggie parent is full of questions. Because, just like raising a little human, dogs go through a range of […]
Why Do Dogs Pant?
5 minute read “Auntie Sarah, why do dogs pant?” A question recently posed to me by my beaut of an eight year old niece, Izzy. So I explained that they pant as a way to regulate their body temperature, since they don’t sweat like we do. They have a small number of sweat glands on their paws, but […]
How To Groom Your Dog At Home
5 minute read There may be times when it’s not possible to head to a groomers for your pup’s regular head to tail spruce up. What do you do then? Take the ‘grow it and see’ approach (well it could make a fun Insta post) or roll up your sleeves and take some action yourself? For all dog […]
