We’ve had a rough run. The last few COVID years have been stressful and our pets have felt it too. Routines have been tipped upside down and now that summer is here, there’ll be more disruption and lots of noise to boot. Summer means thunder storms, noisy gatherings, fireworks, and strangers in the house after…
Continue readingMaybe your dog is slowing down in the mornings and has started resisting their daily walk. Perhaps your cat is not leaping from the bench top anymore, instead taking an easier route down. Or it could be that your horse is starting to resist saddling or certain aspects of their work. If your pet is…
Continue readingOur dogs are highly social creatures of habit. They’ve had us to themselves in a unique way during lock down, with round the clock company and cuddles. Some dogs, especially those that met their families during lock down, may struggle to adjust to a new routine in an empty house now their humans have gone…
Continue readingSummer is back. Pool parties, family gatherings, holidays, the beach … good times are here. It’s also time to put plans in place for your furry family members for the inevitable changes to their comfy routines. Think tempting Christmas goodies, sweltering weather, holidays and noisy festivities. Cats handle heat better than dogs. And if they…
Continue readingWelcoming a kitten into the family is fascinating and fun. It also takes humour, tolerance and lots of nurturing. It can be surprisingly exhausting in the early days. Cats make you work hard for their love, but once the bond is made, you’ll be rewarded with an affectionate, loyal snuggling companion. Some erratic behaviour and…
Continue readingWelcoming a new puppy into the family can be exciting, joyful and sometimes a bit overwhelming. Some people are surprised by how intense it can be. If it’s your first experience raising a puppy, it’s likely that you have lots of questions. Here’s some guidance for the rookies and those who need to brush up…
Continue readingHumans have come a long way in our understanding of nutrition. Most of us are under no illusions when we eat processed junk and have a fairly good idea of what is good and bad for us. We can make informed choices. The same nutritional guidelines apply to animals. Pets should be eating fresh food…
Continue readingAnimals have been our trusty companions for thousands of years. Research has proven that animals enhance human lives in many ways. They give us unconditional emotional connection and physical contact when we feel starved. They offer undivided attention when no one else listens. We are forced out into the fresh air to move with our…
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