Want to go on holiday but don’t want to leave your trusted sidekick at home? Luckily, your dog can fly with you, well, not literally on your lap, but in a special cabin underneath the pilot’s cockpit. Here’s a quick guide on the ins and outs, and ups and downs, of putting your dog on […]
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Whether or not to let your dog sleep in your bed is a much more common concern than most people think. The old ‘a dog stays outside’ approach seems to be making way for a more intimate bond between dogs and their owners. But are there any health risks involved with allowing your dogs in
Cataracts in dogs are, unfortunately, quite common in dogs as they get older. This eye condition, that prevents your dog from seeing clearly, tends to affect some breeds more than others. The good news is that it does not necessarily lead to blindness and can be treated surgically in serious cases. We chatted to our
Excessive barking is one of the most challenging things a dog owner can face. Apart from seriously jeopardizing your relationship with your neighbours, a dog that barks all the time can add to your own anxiety levels which, in turn, affects your relationship with your dog. Our in-house dog experts give some advice on how
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Dogs will be dogs. And eating everything he can get his paws on is pretty much part of your dog’s nature. But there are some tips and tricks to minimise the damage and prevent your dog from eating random stuff. JOCK’s in-house vet gave us some advice on curbing your dog’s outdoor eating habits.
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Ear infection in dogs is a common problem, especially in the hot summer months when they simply can’t resist a muddy farm dam or cool pond in the park. Luckily, the risk of ear infection can be minimised quite easily and treated effectively. Causes of ear infection Most ear infections in dogs are caused
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Yes, dogs also suffer from diabetes, and no, if your dog has it, you can’t just ignore it and hope that it will go away. We had a quick chat to our in-house vet, Louis Boag, to find out what to look out for and how to ensure that your diabetic dog can live a
When we think of our beloved dogs, the last thing we want to imagine is them suffering from a potentially fatal disease like cancer. Yet, as in humans, it’s a reality that’s becoming more and more prevalent. The biggest reason is that because we take better care of our dogs and keep them in protected
“Write a story about dogs that can detect illnesses”. “Write a story about WHAT?” For me, a natural sceptic, this was on more or less the same level as that debunked theory about water molecules reacting to human emotions and tarot cards. I mean, yes, I know dogs are acute observers. (In the morning, Lord
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Okay, so you’ve decided to take the big step and get a puppy or adopt a rescue dog. Now how do you make it do those doggy tricks that all dogs do? The first thing you should know is that almost no behaviour comes naturally for your pup. Eating comes naturally, as well as running
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