Diabetes in dogs is an incurable disease of the pancreas. It is estimated that roughly one in every five hundred dogs will contract diabetes at some point in their life. Fortunately, while the symptoms of an undiagnosed case can be serious, most dogs these days live a long and healthy life when provided with appropriate […]
Diabetes is a disease whereby the body’s insulin levels are insufficient to balance out sugar in the blood. This tends to occur either as a result of the body being unable to produce enough insulin, or from the body failing to respond appropriately to the insulin being produced. While diabetes is a reasonably well-known disease […]
They say a dog is a man’s best friend and it stands to reason. They give us affection when we are sad, entertain us with their funny characters, and provide company when we feel lonely. So, when our canine companions seem to be a little off compared to normal, we naturally get concerned. A shaking […]
October is National Pet Wellness Month, which aims to raise awareness about how pets age and how that can change what they need for their health and wellbeing. Your pet is part of your family, so you’ll already be doing everything you can to keep them happy and healthy, from brushing their teeth, getting their […]
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Feline Lower Urinary Tract Disease (FLUTD) is quite a common complaint for cats to experience at some point in their lives. In general, middle-aged and older cats are more susceptible but this largely depends on the overall health of the cat. Cat UTI’s can occur for many different reasons and present with a range of […]
Cats are renowned for being fussy eaters and it’s actually incredibly common for cats to refuse to eat what they’ve been given occasionally. With new cats in particular, it can take some time to find a cat food they are happy to eat. Every cat is different, with some preferring wet food, some preferring dry […]
Very similar to chinchillas, degus make fantastic pets. These larger rodents hail from South America and, in captivity, can live up to eight years if they are cared for correctly. Degus are charming pets and love being handled by their owners and, whilst they are relatively easy to look after, attention still needs to be […]
Sadly, due to their soft and beautiful coat, chinchillas have been bred and farmed for their fur. However, with PETA and other activist groups saving chinchillas daily, there are many needing forever homes. Whether you rescue a chinchilla or purchase one from a pet store or reputable breeder, these quirky and shy rodents have different […]
Oddly, many dog owners seem to think that dogs naturally suffer with bad breath. However, this is far from the truth, and many dogs never suffer from such problems. If your pooch has breath that’s turning your stomach take heed – because there are solutions to the situation… What Causes Bad Breath in Dogs? There […]
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