Ever wonder what good is a flea? Like most living things, fleas do have an important role in our ecosystem. And a better understanding of their habits can lead to a more environmentally sensitive and sustainable way to control them. 

A subject that really stinks — let’s stop dragging our bums on the carpet over anal sacs. The anal sacs of canids  evolved to perform a...

For most humans summer means fun—shedding layers of clothing to venture outside and feel the warmth of the sun on our bodies. Our pets...

As a vet nurse with over 20 years’ experience, I am increasingly troubled by the chemicals in the supposedly safe products on the shelves...

Like many other species, humans and dogs live inside an incredibly hard-working organ called skin (from the Greek ‘ derm ’). The skin is...

We have come to accept that vaccinations must be repeated annually but in light of new research, it may seem that our dogs are covered...

Your pet’s vaccination sticker may just seem like a jumble of letters. Let’s look at the ABC of vaccinations after clarifying what a...

I speak with the creator of an adorable dog toy range about the inspiration for these products and in the process find a complex web of...

The importance of exercise and social skills for dogs After working with humans and animals for many years, I want to believe it’s...

If you think a paper cut is painful, imagine your dog’s nails splitting all the way to the nail bed. Read how you can avoid problem nails...