Health and Care

Whether it’s ash from the fireplace or the remains of charcoal from the barbecue you may sometimes find that your dog takes a liking to these remains and you may wonder just what he is doing by eating coal. Dogs will eat coal for a few reasons, the main one being that it probably has …

If your dog eats sheep poo then he and you are not alone. A vast majority of dogs will, given the chance, eat sheep poo and the poo of other animals too. Although this seems like a really disgusting act to us humans, eating sheep poo is a perfectly normal activity for a dog. Sheep …

Dogs may not be able to talk, but they can certainly bark. If you’ve ever heard a dog barking all night long, then you might wonder if dogs get tired of it at some point and when will it stop, if ever? Eventually a dog will become tired or fed up of barking and it …

Dogs are natural scavengers, always looking for a tasty snack. But while some snacks can be harmless, others can cause problems. Toenails and other nail clippings can be an easy food source for dogs that like to nibble on these things. Some dogs enjoy feasting on toenails from humans and other pets and, while this …

The King Charles Spaniel is one of the most popular breeds of spaniel. It’s also one of the most spoiled and demanding breeds because it was bred to be a lap dog for royalty. The breed does not do well if left alone or without human contact for long periods of time, and it’s not …

Ticks happen to the best of us, and even the most vigilant pet owner can find themselves dealing with a tick-borne disease. A lot of people don’t know what to do when their dog gets a tick, but it’s important to know how to treat your pup in this situation because some ticks are more …