While the festive season includes lots of leg ham for humans, this should not be the case for your dog as well! Although it may be tempting to give your pooch leftover leg ham, roast turkey or chicken, it is detrimental to their health!  The ABC reports that there are lots of Veterinary nurses across Australia that find an increasing amount of dogs in treatment for serious illness following the Christmas period, after being feed leg ham.  Ham and other salty meats and foods are very dangerous to pets. In addition to being high in fat, they are also very salty which can cause...

Hot weather paired with high humidity during the Christmas period are the most dangerous days for dogs as cooling through panting is not as efficient in these weather conditions. Here’s some easy DIY tricks to keep your dogs cool during the Christmas break:   Building an outdoor washing and cooling station – build with hoses and hose connections Make a doggie cooling rug – use fleece fabric and store ice packs inside Make a frozen treat bowl – freeze water and dog treats in a bowl and tip out of the container for the dog Create shady...

It’s common for dogs to get bored when they are left alone in the backyard or inside the house while you’re at work or out. If we don’t keep them mentally stimulated or busy they’ll come up with their own ways to pass the time, and you’re probably not going to like their idea of a good time. If dogs aren’t occupied, they become bored which can lead to destructive tenancies.   Signs of boredom in your dog may include:  Excessive Barking / WhiningDiggingChewing or other destructive behavioursFollowing you around when you are at home Here’s some tips and tricks to keep your dog mentally...