If you have an unspayed female dog, they’ll experience a heat cycle. During this time there will be certain signs to look out for, alongside behavioural changes as she becomes more receptive to mating. In this guide, we’ve got all the answers to your questions on dog heat cycles including how long they bleed and […]
Cracked hooves are a fairly common problem that will affect almost every horse throughout their lifetime. In most cases, small cracks and chips are nothing to worry about and are simply superficial damage, but sometimes a hoof crack can be a serious issue that can cause lameness and infections. In this guide, we look at […]
Keeping your dog’s ears clean and regularly checking them is a very important part of their care. Some dogs will need their ears cleaned more often, whereas others will need it very little, nevertheless, you should still be checking their ear health on a regular basis to identify any problems such as infections or ear […]
Arthritis in dogs is a common disease, particularly in elderly canines or larger breeds. Sadly, it is a progressive disease with no known cure, but with early intervention and the correct management regime, many dogs can live a happy and healthy life with little discomfort. What is arthritis in dogs? Arthritis is an inflammatory disease […]
Laminitis is a painful and unfortunately, common disease that affects one in ten horses each year. Where it can’t be completely cured, it can be managed and in many instances, laminitis can be prevented, so it’s very important to understand what to look out for. In this guide, we look at what causes laminitis in […]
Dogs are incredibly social animals and if given the choice, many would choose to spend every waking moment with us, but unfortunately, this isn’t always possible. There are times when we’ll have to leave our dogs home alone which is why it’s so important to teach them that it’s ok to be by themselves to […]
As a pet owner, you’re probably more than familiar with the dreaded flea. These blood-sucking parasites can be a nuisance for both you and your dog as not only are they itchy and irritating, but they can also infest your home and survive there without a host for months. On top of the annoyance they […]
The Dutch Warmblood is a middleweight sports horse that’s well-known in the competitive sphere. Champions in show jumping, dressage and even carriage driving, this is a highly versatile and athletic breed with an even temperament and kind nature. Vital Stats Weight: 544 – 657kgs Height: 16 – 17hh Life Expectancy: 20 – 25 years Best […]
It’s essential to know your horse’s weight as it can help to inform many things, such as worming or medication dosages, but looking at this in isolation is not a very good indication of physical health. As horses are so different, there is no set in stone weight recommendations for a particular horse and what […]
The Irish Sports Horse (ISH) is an athletic breed that’s highly regarded as an eventer due to their incredible jump, speed and strength. Energetic and eager to learn, this is a horse breed that can excel in just about any sphere and really thrives when it has a job to do. Vital Stats Weight: 544 […]
