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Eye Care
Eye Care
Eye problems are a common cause for visits to the vet. OVERVIEW People used to think that a dog's sight is dichromatic (see in black and white). But the latest... Read more...
Ear Mites
Ear Mites
An infestation of mites that tends to affect the ears of young animals. OVERVIEW Ear mites are tiny insects that can live in the ear of the cat, dog, fox... Read more...
Ear Care
Ear Care
It is estimated that 1 in 5 dogs suffer from ear problems. OVERVIEW Dogs rely heavily on their ears to cope with their environment. They have a greater hearing range... Read more...
Dog & Puppy Care Sheets
Dog & Puppy Care Sheets
Caring for a puppy Caring for a senior dog Could your pet have a food allergy? Could your pet suffer from separation anxiety? Dental care Does your dog play bite?... Read more...
Does your dog pull on the leash?
Does your dog pull on the leash?
Leash pulling can cause harm to the dog's neck and windpipe. OVERVIEW Without appropriate training, dogs will naturally pull on their leash during a walk. The more excited the dog... Read more...
Does your dog play bite?
Does your dog play bite?
Puppies that are not trained early are at risk of continuing play biting through to adulthood. OVERVIEW Dogs use their mouth to investigate and sometimes they chew, mouth or bite... Read more...
Dental Care
Dental Care
80% of dogs over the age of 3 years already show signs of gum disease. OVERVIEW Maintaining good dental health in your dog is a lifelong commitment. Dogs have 42... Read more...
Could your pet suffer from anxiety?
Could your pet suffer from anxiety?
Anxiety is stress caused from being separated from its owner, loud noises, or changes in environment. OVERVIEW Anxiety is stressful behaviour that occurs in anticipation of future danger. The level... Read more...
Could your pet have a food allergy?
Could your pet have a food allergy?
An allergic response to food allergens such as protein (beef, pork, lamb, chicken, turkey), wheat, or eggs. OVERVIEW Food allergies represent 10-15% of all skin allergy conditions in dogs with... Read more...
Caring for a Senior Dog
Caring for a Senior Dog
The rate of ageing differs between breed and size of the pet. OVERVIEW It’s a natural part of life for pets to grow old. A senior pet is one that... Read more...
Caring for a Puppy
Caring for a Puppy
A happy dog is one that is kept active, well trained, well socialised and healthy. OVERVIEW Pets are for life—from babyhood to old age. That’s how long you are responsible... Read more...
Care Sheets
Care Sheets
Pets fill our lives with laughter and companionship, the Petshop Boyz Team has over 150 years experience combined in keeping, breeding, showing & training pets of all types. Our Care Sheets... Read more...