Author: pethobs

Humans are involved in countless relationships; from the casual interaction at a supermarket checkout counter to intimate ones with people closest to us. These are all part of our daily lives, but if you are fortunate you’ll have another special relationship – the one with Fluffy, Rufus, Peaches, or whatever your dog’s name is. It’s…

There are lots of blood sucking, disease carrying parasites out there, and they just love attaching themselves to your dog. No matter how clean, healthy and well-cared for your dog is, it can still pick up some of those nasty parasites.     External parasites The first type of parasites are the ones you can…

When you have a dog, things can go wrong – accidents happen; particularly when it’s a young and lively dog or when you take the dog on a trip. It’s important to know what to do if your dog finds itself in trouble. Poison When you think your dog has swallowed poison, immediately take it…

Vaccination help to keep your dog  from contracting some serious diseases like rabies, distemper. What should you know about vaccination for your dog ?     Why do you need to vaccinate your dog ? Vaccination helps to keep your dog healthy as it protects it against serious contagious diseases. Importantly, it also prevents the spreading of…

Good nutrition for your dog is important; it makes for a happy and healthy dog and helps to prolong its life. But the bewildering choice in dog food available makes it difficult for the dog owner to choose the correct one. And then there’s the advice from nutrition experts and vets in the media, on…

You want your dog to share your home with you, but still want to keep it reasonably tidy and clean and not smelling like dog. A good place to start is to make sure your dog is relatively clean when it gets in the home.  An outdoor shower fitting for washing off muddy feet before…

    Humans often live 70, 80 years, dogs seldom become older than 12 years. This means that dog owners inevitably have to deal with the death of their pet; often more than once. The loss can make you feel sad, or it can leave a devastating empty space in your life that you don’t…

The Pet Industry is one of the main beneficiaries of the demographic changes taking place in Europe, Japan, the US and other western countries. People have fewer children, but more pets – particularly dogs. This provides opportunities in business and investment in an industry that seems to be recession-proof. Changes in economic circumstances over the…

People sometimes mistakenly think that puppies from the same litter will have the same personalities but they can be as different as humans born into the same family. A perfect example is my two teenage (doggie) girls Fudgie and Daisy. Together they make an enchanting picture; Fudgie with her gorgeous auburn coat and Daisy who’s…

You have decided to get a dog; but before you rush out, there are a few things to keep in mind. When you get a dog you are entering a relationship and making a commitment that may last 14 years or more. Doing some thinking, planning and research in advance may be the difference between…