Dog Health

A healthy dog’s eyes should be clear, bright and free from dirt, discharge and inflammation. Common Symptoms of Illness Red

Just like you, your dog is going to get sick occasionally and you will likely come home from the veterinarian’s

Clean, odour-free, pale pink colour and a minimal accumulation of wax are indications of healthy ears. Check your pet's ears

Before you go Ask yourself: will my cat or dog be comfortable and happy on a trip? Some animals simply

Cutting through all the information Due to illness, disease or trauma, your pet may one day require surgery. While potentially

Pet Proofing your Home Just as parents ‘childproof’ their home, so should pet owners ‘petproof’ theirs. Four-legged members of the

Your pet counts on you for protection With major advances in treating serious infectious and other pet diseases, oral disease

Ticks are small spider-like acarids and fleas are insects, but these two tiny creatures have at least one thing in

Good communication builds good relationships Just as between people, good relationships between dogs and their owners are based on good

Old age is not a disease As a result of advances in veterinary medicine, more knowledgeable care and improved nutrition,

Like people, dogs can suffer from allergies. As in the human population, the incidence of allergies in pets seems to

Dealing with the Loss of a Pet The death of a beloved pet can be very distressing. Our pets are

If your dog doesn’t jump to greet you on your return home each evening, there may be a good reason

Heartworm disease Heartworm is a parasitic disease that can affect any dog regardless of age, sex or habitat. It is

What is diabetes?  Diabetes mellitus is a disease in which your pet’s pancreas can no longer produce enough of the

Protecting your best friend One of the most important things you can do to give your dog a long and

Congratulations – you have a new puppy! You’ve anticipated the new arrival by 'puppyproofing' your home and had lots of