Dog Advice
Jul
Help!! I Think I Am Allergic To My Dog
Does the presence of your dog cause you to sneeze unmercifully? Do your eyes fill with tears of misery instead of tears of joy when your canine companion wants to be close? Many of us who love animals find that we can’t even pet them without having severe allergic reactions. Miserable allergies prevent us from [...]
Jun
On Trial: Butchers Chicken and Tripe
To get the summer off to a good start we have given one lucky K9 Magazine reader the chance to test Butchers Chicken and Tripe to see what benefits the change of diet has on their dog. With long days spent outside and sunny, summer outings to be had, what better time to implement changes [...]
Jun
Keep Your Dog Cool As Temperatures Soar
The RSPCA is urging pet owners to make sure their four-legged friends do not frazzle in the heat this summer. With temperatures set to rise this weekend, the charity is reminding dog owners to not leave their pets in cars, conservatories or caravans while they enjoy the sunshine.
Jun
Can Dogs Get Hay Fever?
The emergence of Spring into Summer, with flowers, tree blossom, green shoots and singing birds will I’m sure uplift the spirit and bring joy to all. However, for some it also brings familiar symptoms of sneezes, itchy eyes and a runny nose. Do our dogs suffer with the same discomfort and what are the signs [...]
Jun
Summer Care and Safety Tips For Dogs
As summer leads to warmer weather and more time outside, Bark Busters advises pet owners to take special precautions for their dogs. Bark Busters – the world’s largest dog training company offers some helpful tips for dog owners on how to keep their canine companions happy, cool and safe during the dog days of summer.
May
Venomous Snake Warning Given to Dog Owners
Now that it is spring, pet owners will be taking their dogs outside more for walks, hiking, and camping. While fun is anticipated, pet owners should be cautious about their animals’ safety, as snakes may pose a danger to dogs and humans.
Mar
10 Questions to Ask Your Vet About Medication for Your Pet
Prepared by the US FDA for US pet owners, the following advice is useful for all dog owners. To prevent or treat an illness in your pet, your veterinarian may prescribe a medication. Understanding important information about the medication and how to treat your pet can help your animal’s recovery or continued good health.
Mar
A Simple 6 Step Guide to Massaging Your Dog (Includes Video Demonstration)
I have never met a dog who could not be lulled in to a state of immeasurable pleasure at the first thought of being properly massaged. Owners who master the art share such an enhanced relationship with their dog and the health benefits for your pet are plentiful, writes Kim Kates.
Mar
How to Do a Psychometric Test on Your Own Dog
We know that every dog is different but it’s also a widely held belief that there are certain tests you can do yourself which work by compartmentalising certain aspects of their personality to give you a general idea of what ‘type’ of character they are.
Feb
Cesar Millan Issues His 7 Top Tips for New Dog Owners
National Geographic Channel’s Cesar Millan aka The Dog Whisperer, has issued what he considers to be the seven most important tips for owners of new dogs. Millan believes in order to prevent problems down the road, it’s important that owners establish routine and boundaries early on.
