As with other pets, obesity is a problem often encountered with birds. Our pet birds are usually confined to a cage, have their wings trimmed to prevent flight, and receive little … [Read more...]
Hairballs in Cats
Hairballs are created when a cat grooms him or herself and ingests a large quantity of hair. This hair does not pass easily through the gastrointestinal tract and stomach and … [Read more...]
Arthritis in Pets
Does your pet have trouble getting up in the morning and seem a bit stiff? Unfortunately, arthritis can be a real pain in the neck… hip, elbow or back. Don't assume that this is … [Read more...]
Moulting in Caged Birds
Your birds are going through a moult, there are lots of lost feathers in your flights and everything looks a little shabby for a while… but is it really that big a deal? The answer … [Read more...]
Keeping Indoor Cats Happy
With cat owners increasingly advised to keep their cats inside, both for the welfare of wildlife and the cats themselves, many cats nowadays are confined in flats or houses. The … [Read more...]
Kidney Failure in Dogs
Kidney function declines as all animals get older but once kidney failure occurs, your dog's life is threatened. Treatment is aimed at encouraging the remaining kidney cells to … [Read more...]
Rat Bait Poisoning
Rat and mouse numbers tend to rise as cooler weather forces them to search for food closer to our homes, especially sheds and garages where we feed our dogs or cats and in the … [Read more...]
Is Your House Pet-Safe?
Young puppies and kittens can be very mischievous and inquisitive. Before you bring home your new pet you should make sure your house is as safe as possible. Here are ten tips … [Read more...]
Cat Spraying and Elimination Problems
Whoops! Is your cat doing 'nasties' everywhere in the house except in its litter tray? House-soiling behaviour, or inappropriate elimination, can have many causes. Thankfully, … [Read more...]
Caring For Your Bird
Once you have taken your bird home, you become fully responsible for its care and well-being. We owe it to our feathered friends to give them the best possible care. If we remember … [Read more...]
