Monthly Archives: June 2024
- June 17, 2024
Summer is prime time for walking trips and exploring the great outdoors. Since our dogs are members of the family, we’re always looking for ways we can include them too. But when it comes to walking trips with your pooch, there are some special considerations you have to bear in mind, it's not quite as simple as just 'pack up and leave.'Here are 8 backpacking essentials to ensure you and your dog have a fun and safe walking trip this summer.
Water
Be sure to pack plenty of water for both you and your dog. Hydration is the number one priority here. While exercising in the heat you’ll both be thirstier than normal, so you may need to pack more than you’d expect. Dogs need to drink up to 50% more in hotter climates and you certainly don’t want to run out when you are miles away from anywhere. Furr Boost grab & go cartons are perfect for all of your adventures where your dog is by your side on long walks or on very hot days. Alternatively Pawer Water are advanced hydration sachets
- June 10, 2024
Exercising your Dog…the many benefits and how much exercise does your dog need?
One thing that all breeds of dog have in common is a love and a need for daily. From Pug to Pointer and Labrador to Lhasa Apso; they all thrive on fresh air and activity.
Dogs love to go outdoors to engage with their environment and socialise with other dogs and people. Exercise will keep your dog’s frame strong, weight in a healthy range and it will also help prevent or alleviate degenerative joint diseases such as arthritis.
There are a number of factors influencing the exercise needs of your dog. These include its breed, age and overall health….in fact, this can also vary from dog to dog.
Adult dogs of the working and sporting variety, ideally, need an absolute minimum of an hour's running per day (and for some breeds much more); twenty minutes on the lead around the block really won't cut it for a Hungarian Viszla or any other dog bred to work all day long… they will end up miserable and probably chewing
- June 04, 2024
Ear infections are becoming a common problem for dogs, which can cause discomfort, physical pain and emotional distress. While there are various causes of ear infections in dogs, allergies appear to be a major contributory factor. In this blog, we'll explore the causes, symptoms, and solutions for ear infections, with a specific focus on allergies. We'll also discuss how Proflax supplements can help manage and prevent these infections.
General Causes
Allergies/Yeast: Food or environmental allergies can cause inflammation in the inner, middle or outer section of the ear, creating an ideal environment for infections.Bacteria: Primarily from swimming, especially in lakes or rivers that are not free-flowing and which may contain bacteria.
Increased Moisture: Bathing or visits to the groomers can cause an increase of moisture in the ears leading to possible infection
Ear Mites: These tiny parasites can cause intense itching and lead to infections.
Foreign Bodies: Grass seeds, dirt, and other