Animal owners have been reminded that chocolate should not be included in a dog diet at any time of year. With the festive season looming on the horizon, the RSPCA underlined the importance of never giving this type of sugary treat to a canine, as it contains a potentially fatal poison. Specially-designed chocolate for dogs [...]
Dog diet advice: Don’t feed them chocolate this Christmas
December 9th, 2009SHCGB Aviemore sled dog race ‘can be tough on canine feet’
December 9th, 2009Mushers planning to take part in the Siberian Husky Club of Great Britain’s (SHCGB) forthcoming sled dog race near Aviemore have been advised the trail can be tough on canine feet if there is no snow. For this reason, competitors have been told to take extra care during the two-day rally, which is set to [...]
Gastrointestinal disease ‘common complaint for sled dogs’
October 9th, 2009People who enjoy taking part in dog sledding sports may be advised to check for signs of gastrointestinal complaints in their animals – a topic set to be on the agenda at an event this weekend. This year’s International Sled Dog Symposium kicks off today (October 9th), with expert Michael Davis expected to give a [...]
Alaskan Malamutes ‘friendly with humans from birth’
October 8th, 2009Alaskan Malamutes are a naturally friendly breed of dog that will be comfortable around humans from birth, it has been asserted. Writing for Explore North, Joe Henderson from Alaskan Arctic Expeditions stated these types of animals have "certain peculiarities", including that they enjoy dragging big loads rather than running quickly. Owners of these types of [...]
Dog diet tip: Avoid ‘free feeding’
September 21st, 2009Dog diet recommendations may vary from breed to breed but one suggestion for any pet is to avoid free feeding. This is according to a recent article in the Lake County Leader by Angela Lamison. She said it is important to measure the amount of food the pet is given. But table scraps and titbits [...]