Most of us are aware of a family member or friend who has diabetes. It is also a disease which can occur in pets. As in people, there are different types of diabetes. A pet… [Read more]
Dogs and cats age on average seven times faster than people. Taking a pet to the vet even once per year is equivalent to a person seeing their doctor or dentist every seven years!
By the… [Read more]
Many people have a first aid kit in their house or car for themselves but a few different items are needed for your pet. Here are some of things that may be useful:
Just like us, dogs can be on the receiving end of sometimes painful insect bites and stings. The reaction is dependent upon the type of insect, location and number of bites, and the immune system… [Read more]
Accidents and serious injury or illness can affect your pet at anytime. Medical costs can be expensive. We often forget the real cost of medical care for ourselves because it is subsidised by Medicare or… [Read more]
Before you bring your new puppy (or new dog) home, make sure you survey your home for potential dangers. Making your home safe for a puppy is similar to making your home safe for… [Read more]
