Importance of Puppy Socialisation

Socialisation is the process whereby a puppy learns to recognise and respond to different stimuli such as other animals, people and the environment.   Why is socialisation important? The most important time to socialise a puppy is during the first 3 – 4 months of life.  During this period sociability outweighs fear and the puppy’s…

New Year’s Resolutions for Pets

Have you ever thought about making New Year’s resolutions for your pet? Well, while you make up your list of resolutions for 2019, make one for your furry family member too. Lucky for them, our pets aren’t bothered by self-improvement projects and probably think they are perfect just the way they are. Even so, a…

Summer Safety Tips for Pets

Summertime means time for picnics, hikes, swimming and fun at the beach. While there is certainly nothing wrong with taking our pet along, we must remember that they have to contend with the summer heat just like us. Unlike humans, cats and dogs only sweat through their paw pads and pant to help regulate their…