Doggy Tips

It is not the end of the world to discover that your dog has fleas. But you have to take it seriously and get initial control over the problem. And be prepared - fleas spread so quickly that is will not be an easy, five-minute job. It does not make sense to treat your dog but not your house, since...

You wouldn’t leave a child in the house on its own all day so why leave your dog? In times of economic uncertainty everyone can benefit from man’s best friend to help them through work. Pet Sitters International has been organising an annual 'Take...

Picking the right name for your dog can be trickier than you think. Obviously you don’t want to give your dog a demeaning, derogatory name. Furthermore you should steer clear of names that have a negative connotation or that sound very upsetting. Also try and avoid names that sound like a command such...

It can be very dangerous and risky to break up an ongoing dog fight. However, sometimes you are forced to step in and stop dogs from fighting, in which case you'll need to know the right way to do it. Here are some useful tips on how to stop a dog fight the right way. Be sure that you are...

It’s been a long year, but Christmas is just around the corner and the annual summer holiday awaits. For some, that means being crammed into an aeroplane seat for up to 24 hours and jetting off on a long-haul adventure. But for the majority of Aussies, it means packing up the car and revelling in some...

Halitosis or bad breath is more than just regular "doggie breath" – it is an unpleasant, offensive odour and usually a symptom of dental disease. Dental disease is one of the most common problems affecting dogs and cats today. As is the case with humans, tartar also builds up on animals' teeth....

According to the Australian National Kennel Council, this summer is set to be a horrendous tick and flea season. Extremes in weather conditions have resulted in perfect breeding grounds for the little parasites, which is bad news for...

If you want your dog to be happy let him or her socialise as much as possible. Like people, dogs need to socialise to improve their mood so they do not become dangerous to pets or other people. Allowing your dog to socialise will lead to a more fulfilled life as they are able to interact socially with...