Archive : Dog Care

Pet-lovers know the importance of a healthy diet for their cats and dogs, but many can’t resist the occasional treat. Now animal charity the PDSA warns that pet obesity rates could reach 50% by 2013, which is shocking news for responsible pet owners.* Obesity in cats and dogs is preventable with a...

K9 Magazine, the digital dog magazine, has cautioned dog owners to be on their guard during the festive season. Christmas time presents a series of risks to dog health, according to K9 Magazine. While home may be the ideal destination this time of year, many pet owners find that there is no...

Christmas cheer nearly turned to tears for a Humberside family after their pet dog ate the treats from an advent calendar – then needed emergency veterinary treatment for chocolate poisoning. Three-year-old Lhasa Apso, Daisy, helped herself to the goodies when owner Frances Hird (34) left the...

Naturewatch announcement regarding Ukraine’s declaration to stop the slaughter of stray dogs On 17th November the worldwide media announced a moratorium on the killing of stray dogs by Ukraine ahead of EURO 2012. This announcement was made following a meeting between Naturewatch Director, John Ruane,...

Skin allergies, urinary tract infections and upset stomachs — remain near the top for both pets in terms of common canine health complaints claimed for via a major US pet insurance provider. Some conditions absent from last year's list were pyoderma (or hot spots) for dogs and tooth extractions...

For those of you lucky enough to be K9 Magazine Premier members, here's what you've got to look forward to in the next issue (no 49) of K9 Magazine (and for those of you who haven't yet seen the light…go here, sign up and enjoy the full benefits for a special price!) Spot The Symptoms...

If you have a dog that suddenly develops a higher than normal thirst level or urination, it's important to keep a close eye for signs of diabetes. Many people are unaware that diabetes in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal disease, but it can be prevented if the symptoms are recognised early. ...

If you have a dog that suddenly develops a higher than normal thirst level or urination, it's important to keep a close eye for signs of diabetes. Many people are unaware that diabetes in dogs is a serious and potentially fatal disease, but it can be prevented if the symptoms are recognised early. ...

Inside K9 Magazine issue 47 we've got a veritable treasure trove of useful articles and information. Take a look…. Night time dog walking safety tipswww.k9magazine.com/k9-insider-september/ Our pick of the best dog collars for 2011 www.k9magazine.com/best-dog-collars/ How to teach the recall...

Inside K9 Magazine issue 47 we've got a veritable treasure trove of useful articles and information. Take a look…. Night time dog walking safety tipswww.k9magazine.com/k9-insider-september/ Our pick of the best dog collars for 2011 www.k9magazine.com/best-dog-collars/ How to teach the recall...