Adopting a dog is a lovely thing to do – adopting an elderly dog can bring particular joy. Meet Spotty who was adopted by one of our supporters…
Spotty Finds a Home in his Twilight Years
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The Importance of Water to your Dog’s Health
Dogs are made up of around 70% water and it supports every bodily function. Without an adequate supply, dogs become dehydrated and seriously ill. This blog by canine expert Caroline Hearne highlights how vital it is to keep your dog hydrated, how to tell if they’re not and what to do about it.
Living with Broccoli, my 18-year-old Dog!
We asked holistic vet Isle Pedler to tell us about how she adapted things to suit her Border Terrier, Broccoli, in his old age.
The Zen Dog: Reimagining the Healthy Dog
There’s much more to good health than diet and exercise. We are pleased to reproduce this insight by Julie Anne Lee, the founder of Adored Beast Apothecary, into what we can do to optimise our dog’s all-around health and well-being.
Canine Dementia: Enrichment & Exercise
Although the mechanisms are poorly understood, dogs can suffer a spectrum of symptoms that are called Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD), or simply, dog dementia. We asked professional Canine Fitness Trainer and Kennel Club Accredited Instructor Joe Nutkins of Dog Training for Essex and Suffolk for her tips on helping to prevent, slow down and alleviate CCD through canine enrichment and exercise…..
Annie’s Story
One of our long-time supporters Val Brown writes about the joys of having a rescue dog and making up for the years of abuse she had suffered as well as learning first hand about the benefits of holistic veterinary care alongside her inspirational dog Annie.
Enrichment Gardens for Dogs
Let’s face it – we can all get stressed at times! This may well rub off on our dogs who may already be stressed themselves. We asked Caroline Hearn of Hedgerow Hounds to give us some ideas for helping our dogs – and us – relax in the garden. Not to mention helping wildlife!
Holistic Healthcare For Your Senior Dog
Caroline Hearn writes about how we can accommodate our dog’s advancing years, making easy to do changes to enhance their old age.
Photizo Shines its Light on Guinea Pigs and All Creatures Great and Small
Photizo can be used on all sorts of animals. Broadcaster Anna Webb interviews massage therapist Yasmin Porritt about using Photizo light therapy on her Guinea Pigs….