Overcoming the Growing Problem of the Overweight Cat
Feline obesity is on the rise but many cat owners are unaware of just how fat a cat actually needs to be before they are considered overweight. An overweight cat is at risk of a number of health problems so it is in our best interests to help our moggies
How Much Should I Feed My Dog: Are We Feeding Too Much?
One important question we often ask ourselves as dog owners is “How much should I feed my dog?”, and with canine obesity on the rise this is becoming an increasingly important question. Every breed has different energy requirements, but even dogs of the same breed can have different energy requirements
The Benefits of Selenium in Pet Health and Nutrition
Selenium is a chemical element needed in the diet, but what exactly are the benefits of selenium and what happens if our pets don’t get enough?
Managing Canine Stress Through the Diet
Stress can often go unnoticed in dogs until it starts to manifest itself as ‘anxiety disorders’. Stress can lead to the development of a number of such disorders, whether it is stress related weight-loss, destructive behaviour, self-trauma (excessive licking or biting) or even aggression.
Causes & Consequences of Canine Obesity
To promote awareness of Hill’s ‘Lose 60 tonnes in 6 months‘ campaign, we’re looking a little further in to the increasing problem of obesity in dogs. A shocking third of dogs seen by veterinarians are considered overweight. We’ve discussed the benefits of switching to a low calorie diet such as
Fighting Pet Obesity: Hill’s ‘Lose 60 Tonnes in 6 Months’ Campaign
A shocking 1 in 3 dogs in the UK are considered overweight (you can check whether your dog is overweight using our ‘Dog BMI Calculator‘). It seems that our pets are unfortunately following the human obesity epidemic. Our pets are becoming obese for the same reason we are – not
Increase Your Dog’s Fertility by Supplementing Essential Fatty Acids
The fertility of your dog is, in most cases, not going to be a major concern. If you are a breeder however, this may not be the case.
The Importance of Vitamin E in Dogs
Vitamins and minerals are something you often hear about, usually it’s the fact that we’re not getting enough of them! Well just like us, dogs (and other animals) can suffer from deficiencies too.
Treating Your Pet On a Budget: Brie’s Parsley and Carrot Dog Biscuits
When it comes to giving our pet treats, (the edible kind) you generally have to choose between cheap and unhealthy or expensive and natural. The natural treats are usually more healthy but less appetising for your pet.
Everything You Need to Know About: Royal Canin Calm
Royal Canin is a division of Mars that specialises in producing veterinary quality pet foods for dogs and cats. Following bonfire night here in the UK, we were interested to investigate one of Royal Canin’s products further – this was the Royal Canin Calm Veterinary Diet for both dogs and
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