Raw bones are good for dogs; they are probably the best way to clean their teeth. It’s natural for dogs to chew, and they get a great deal of enjoyment out of knawing and chewing bones. So, let’s take a look at feeding raw bones to dogs. Most people know that it is not safe … Read more
You may have wondered to yourself whether cottage cheese is a safe food for your dog. And broadly speaking, it is! However, there are a few things to keep in mind before treating your pup to a cheesy snack. Cottage cheese is a cheese curd product with a mild flavour, and is one of the … Read more
Dental sticks are hard, chewy, textured treats that are made to improve your dog’s oral health. The coarse texture of the treats will help reduce plaque and tartar buildup between your dog’s teeth while giving them an enjoyable experience like any other flavoured treat would. Most DentaSticks are designed to be fed to your dogs … Read more
Just like with humans, our furry friends can develop canine diabetes. This is caused by the body’s inability to produce a hormone called Insulin, which controls the levels of sugar absorbed into the blood after eating. Dogs need this sugar as it provides cells around the body with energy so they can function normally. Most … Read more
I’ve been seeing a lot of questions about this in Facebook groups recently. Many people are posting pictured of their dog and asking ‘Is my dog overweight?’ So what makes a dog overweight? How much food does your dog really need? Can Dogs be Overweight? Along with the general population of people, dogs are also … Read more
Fireworks……I hate them. They are unsafe and an unnecessary waste of money. I don’t believe that they are regulated enough in the UK and I think that they should only be allowed at big organised events. But the biggest reason why I hate them? They are awful for dogs and also for a lot of … Read more
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If you’ve ever seen a tick on a dog, you will know that they are downright disgusting. Ticks on dogs can be extremely itchy and uncomfortable, but more worryingly, they can cause diseases in your dog such as Lyme disease. So its very important that we prevent and treats ticks on dogs properly. And of … Read more
Spaying is basically neutering of a female dog and it is recommended by most vets in bitches that are not intended to have litters. Many people often ask me should I get my female Patterdale terrier spayed? Of course if you want to breed from your Patterdale terrier then you wont want to get her … Read more
Raspberries are enjoyed by many for their sharp, sweet taste and interesting texture. They make for great little bite-size snacks that come with the added benefit of being very healthy. Healthy for humans that is; but what about dogs? Can dogs eat raspberries? Are Raspberries good for my dog? Can dogs eat Raspberries? Well yes … Read more
