January 13th, 2008
Arthritis affects one in five dogs. They can’t tell you about it so look out for these signs.
1. Reluctance to walk or play
2. Difficulty climbing stairs
3. Difficulty jumping or getting into the car
4. Limping
5. Lagging behind… [Read more]
Tags: arthritis, dog
Posted in Dog health, Health
January 13th, 2008
Unfortunately, it is estimated that one in two domestic dogs and cats are overweight. That is half of our pet population!
Apart from the obvious signs of weight gain, an overweight pet may also exhibit… [Read more]
Tags: overweight, pet
Posted in Cat health, Dog health, Health
January 13th, 2008
Oral disease is the most common ailment in adult pets. According to veterinary research, 80% of dogs and 70% of cats show signs of oral disease by the time they are three. Signs of disease… [Read more]
Tags: dental, pet, teeth, tooth
Posted in Cat health, Dog health, Health
November 7th, 2007
Animal physiotherapy is now becoming recognised as an important part of the recovery process after many surgical procedures and for chronic musculo-skeletal problems.
Physiotherapy is well accepted in human medicine and is becoming more commonly used… [Read more]
Tags: dog
Posted in Dog health, Health
July 23rd, 2005
Fresh leaves of the catnip plant (Nepatia Cataria) have a mint scent, while dried leaves smell like alfala. In members of the cat family, contact with this plant causes a peculiar reaction called the catnip… [Read more]
Tags: cat
Posted in Cat health, Health