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Iron in the Diet of our Pets.  Is it important?

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 25th May 2016

Iron in the Diet of our Pets. Is it important?

I was notified during the week about a Cat Food which has been re-called in the UK because of too much Iron. Nothing to worry about here in Australia I am led to believe, however I was curious as to …

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Is my dog overweight? 4 Easy ways to check!

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 9th May 2016

Is my dog overweight? 4 Easy ways to check!

OUR puppies' health is really important. Not just to them as animals though. There is a direct correlation between the health of ones puppy and the health of ones wallet! But seriously, putting …

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Can dogs catch a cold?

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 14th Apr 2016

Can dogs catch a cold?

IT'S that time of year again when winter is just around the corner and the dreaded cold, or flu, seems to show itself with great vigour? I know a cold can make me feel pretty lousy but what about you …

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CHOCOLATE IS BAD........FOR DOGS!

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 17th Mar 2016

CHOCOLATE IS BAD........FOR DOGS!

CHOCOLATE IS BAD!.......For dogs…… In fact, it is the Theobromine, which is an alkaloid, which is technically the bad thing for dogs…….It just so happens that it occurs na …

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THE STRESSED OUT PETS IN OUR LIVES

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 29th Feb 2016

THE STRESSED OUT PETS IN OUR LIVES

As our pets, both horses and dogs and cats etc…, become more and more a part of our family we are noticing indicators of stress more visibly. Is this because our pets are getting more stressed? …

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Gum Disease in Dogs

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 8th Feb 2016

Gum Disease in Dogs

Dogs are five times more likely to get gum disease than humans! Gum Disease, or periodontal disease, occurs with the presence of plaque. Plaque below the gum line is easy to remove, however, it is the …

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