Understanding Dogs’ Fear of Thunderstorms: Why Does it Happen? The phenomenon of dogs hating thunderstorms has intrigued many, with experts still uncovering the full spectrum of reasons behind this fear. According to Trista Miller (a CPDT-certified trainer), a dog’s acute sensitivity to sound plays a pivotal role in their apprehension of thunderstorms. She explains: “Dogs […]
How we can help!!! The bane of many an owner’s life and pet’s comfort and even quality of life, Atopic dermatitis (or atopy) is an inflammatory, chronic skin condition associated with environmental allergies and is the second most common allergic skin condition diagnosed in dogs.
Dogs can have itchy skin for a variety of reasons, as owners of many fur kids, we find that food and seasonal related allergies the hardest to deal with. WamPum is a well known and trusted proudly South African range, with all ingredients selected with your pet’s wellbeing in mind. The focus is on skin and coat health and condition, in formulations that have proven to be highly effective and long lasting.
So many people are returning to simpler times, growing their own vegetables, keeping chickens for eggs and making toys and treats for their dogs and cats. An internet search provides a wide variety of recipes, making it really easy to choose a recipe based on your available ingredients, your dog’s known likes and dislikes and […]
Do dogs really need dog beds? Most dogs sleep for 12 to 18 hours a day, and just like us a good night’s sleep helps maintain health and comfort, especially in older animals. Aging animals often experience pain causing issues such as arthritis, hip and elbow dysplasia, cervical instability and loss of muscle tone and […]
With most striving to live a healthier lifestyle, the focus on outdoor exercise such as hiking, running, cycling and rollerblading to name a few, is at an all time high. Added to this, most outdoor enthusiasts LOVE dogs and take their K9s on their adventures with them. Why use Safety Clothing? Just like humans, dogs […]
Some dogs love baths, while others look they are being dragged to a horrible end. Have you ever wondered why your dogs gets the zoomies after a bath, whether they love it or not? Zoomies don’t only occur after a bath, they often occur for no apparent reason, but whatever the cause the comical way […]
Even if your pampered pooch sleeps in your bed with you, they should still have their own, or multiple beds that are solely theirs. If you work from home, having a bed in multiple rooms means not having to move one around wherever you go. For those who are particularly lifestyle and décor conscious, beds […]
A dog’s nose is made up of the rhinarium, which is the textured skin covering the nose and makes up your dog’s unique fingerprint, as well as being crammed with pressure and temperature sensors. The rhinarium is moist, giving the nose its beautiful black shiny appearance, which people have long believed is an indicator of […]
What is Spot thinking? He knows Jack next door?! While this frightening display seems like aggression, much of the time this behaviour is rooted in fear, overexcitement, stress, anxiety or frustration. Some experts describe this behaviour as “barrier frustration”, “barrier reactivity” or “barrier aggression”. Yes it’s the dog fight that’s really hard to avoid: dogs […]
Don’t all dogs know how to swim? Although this seems like a basic question not all dogs are the best swimmers! Although most dogs will instinctively start the “doggy paddle” when afloat, not all dogs float the same. Larger breeds are typically better swimmers, with larger paws and stronger legs able to push water away […]
Have you ever wondered about the swimming exercises at the gym? Today we interview Alison from Doggy Paddle, who explains what kinds of water therapy they do, and how beneficial it is for a dog! I must admit I always thought most dogs could swim, but after our interview, I see how beneficial a quick […]