Tips For Caring For Your Puppy

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Tips For Caring For Your Puppy

I've been a hobby breeder for a number of years and have experience caring for large and small dog breeds. I have always taken puppies to my vet for a health check before they go to their new homes, and my vet would often remark that inexperienced dog owners didn't seem to know what was involved in keeping their dog healthy. I started this blog to connect with other dog lovers, share my experience of caring for puppies and pass on the basic healthcare tips I've picked up over the years. I post on a range of topics, such as the importance of following your puppy's vaccination schedule, protecting your puppy from fleas and worms, recognising common signs of sickness and meeting your puppy's key nutritional requirements. I hope you find my blog useful.

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Foods to Keep Away From Your Dog to Prevent a Vet Emergency

13 April 2018
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Being a dog owner comes with a lot of responsibility. For your pet to stay healthy, they need a balanced diet as well as regular exercise. However, some people tend to take the nutrition of their dog for granted as they assume that as long as they are eating at home, they will be safe. In truth, there are a myriad of foods that can be hazardous to the health of your pet and even prove deadly if emergency care is not sought in time. Read More …

Crucial Vaccinations Before Enrolling Your Dog in a Pet Boarding Facility

26 February 2018
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Having a job that requires you to travel a lot on business can be exciting, but this also means that your career takes you away from your pet for extended lengths of time. If you cannot find a caregiver to pet-sit your furry loved one while you are away, you have to make arrangements to put your dog into pet boarding. However, since pet boarding facilities accommodate a wide variety of animals, they typically have stringent rules in place to prevent the unnecessary spread of disease. Read More …

Spotting Cancer in Dogs: The Warning Signs

26 February 2018
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If you have a dog, it is important that you understand the signs that it may have cancer. Yes, cancer doesn't just affect people; it can affect animals too! Canine cancer occurs when a cell in a dog's body malfunctions and begins to replicate itself in an uncontrolled way. These abnormal cells clump together to form a tumour. Because the cancerous cells carry the animal's DNA, the immune system does not recognise them as a threat. Read More …

3 Conditions Which Could Affect Your Puppy: A Guide

26 February 2018
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If you have recently adopted a dog, you will be about to enjoy a very special time as you welcome the new member of your family into the household. However, as a new dog owner, it is essential that you educate yourself about the possible medical conditions which could affect your puppy as it grows. Below is a guide to 3 problems which your pup could face and the treatment your local vet can offer to remedy the condition. Read More …

What to do after your dog has eaten chocolate

21 February 2018
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The same chocolate which we enjoy is highly toxic to dogs, and depending on the type and amount your best friend ingests, it can cause a serious medical emergency. The problem with chocolate is that it contains caffeine and theobromine. These two ingredients are known to increase the heart rate and act as a nervous system stimulant to dogs. If you suspect that your dog has eaten chocolate, you should closely monitor him for any signs of toxicity and, if confirmed, call in a vet to resolve the issue immediately. Read More …