The liver is an important organ with many functions including the digestion and conversion of nutrients, the removal of toxins from the blood, and the storage of vitamins and minerals. Maintaining a healthy liver in dogs and cats is vital for an animal’s general health and recovery. The liver plays...

As a pet owner it is important to understand how to support and maintain healthy digestive function for your cat or dog to prevent unwanted trips to the vet. Dogs are especially curious and can pick up objects they shouldn’t. Maintaining healthy digestive function helps your pet to live a...

Spring is a warm welcome from the cold wintry days of the last few months, and we’re not the only ones pleased to turn our back on colder days. Warmer weather and lighter evenings in Spring mean that pets generally spend more time outside, either exploring the garden or...

Getting a new pet can be an exciting time in any home, but, it’s important to settle them and begin training right away. Whether you have a new puppy or have adopted an older dog, training is the most rewarding part of owning a dog. Training your dog doesn’t just...

Dogs have long been known as man’s best friend. Because of this, many of us aren’t averse to treating our pets to something other than a pig’s ear from the butchers! However, with over one in four of us owning a dog, do we actually know what foods we should...

Dog Trainers, Claire Lawrence shares an exert from her new book '3 Steps to Silence' on her experience of how good dogs can turn bad. Titon was never a minute’s bother, but after a serious fight with three other dogs, his behavior changed. I wanted to talk to you today...

Just like their owners, allergies in pets are a common occurance with an estimated 20% of dogs suffering from them. Allergies in pets can vary from food, environmental or household, and 10% of allergies in dogs are said to be food related, but many pets can suffer from more than...

For pets, car journeys can often be a distressing event and some pets can become anxious and overwhelmed. Many pets associate the car with a trip to the vets or kennels, which can lead to stress. As more and more pets become part of the family, many owners are now...

Managing a pet’s skin and coat is one of the most common reasons a pet owner will take their dog or cat to visit the vet. In dogs, it is particularly common for Terriers, Setters, Retrievers, Spaniels and Dalmatians to visit the vet with skin problems. As a pet owner...

Obesity in pets is a common problem that can affect both cats and dogs. Like humans, our pets need a combination of a balanced diet and the right amount of exercise to stay healthy and mobile. Managing your pet’s weight can be tricky as it’s tempting to feed them tasty...