Snake Bites and Your PetsByHIF Australia26 November 2018Armed with curiosity and natural hunting instincts it is not uncommon for our favourite four legged friends to cross paths with a snake. Particularly, as the weather starts to warm up, dogs and cats can have these encounters in local parks near water such as lakes and beaches, or even in your back yard. In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Dr. Mel discusses how important it is to recognise the signs of a bite and what to do if it happens.Category:Pet Health, Veterinary adviceRead More0 Comments
What’s in Your Pet’s Bowl?ByLaura V21 November 2018They say you are what you eat. Humans are currently amongst the height of food crazes, from Paleo and Atkins to Detox Teas and Alkaline diets. We are insatiably looking for the next way to get fit and lose weight. But what about our pets? What is in their food bowl these days, and are we doing what’s best by them? In her latest article for HIF, Animal Health and Behaviour Expert, Laura V, shares her top tips on how to keep your pet healthy. Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
Overweight PetsByHIF Australia08 November 2018In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Dr. Mel explains how many owners are unaware their dog is at an unhealthy weight range and the impact this can have on their overall health.Category:Pet Health, Veterinary adviceRead More0 Comments
Dogs and Stick Injuries ByHIF Australia17 October 2018Many dogs love to chew sticks, carry sticks and chase sticks but did you know that they can be very hazardous to dogs? In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, veterinary expert, Dr Melissa Meehan sits down with ‘Hif’ to discuss the stick injuries that can happen and how we can keep our dogs safe with some friendly alternatives. Category:Pet Health, Veterinary adviceRead More0 Comments
How to Keep Your Pet Calm When They Visit the VetByLaura V27 September 2018Many dogs dislike going to the vet, the sounds and the smells can cause your fur-baby to be stressed and anxious, but it doesn't have to always be that way. Vet visits are essential to the health and wellbeing of your four-legged friend, so we asked Laura V to share her top tips to make your dog’s life easier on these very important visits. Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
What Is a Therapy Dog and What Do They Do?ByLaura V17 September 2018Did you know over 20,000 Australians enjoy a visit from a therapy dog each week? According to animal behaviourist, Laura V, “For the everyday person, the hug of a dog, the wagging of a tail and their unconditional love makes us all feel better. Therapy dogs though are carefully selected and trained to assist with the mental and physical wellbeing of people, who are often experiencing some sort of chronic illness or stress.” With this in mind, Laura V shares some of the incredible ways canines are helping people with a variety of disorders or disabilities to get them through their day.Category:Mental Health, Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
Why Vet Bills Can Sometimes Seem ExpensiveByHIF AustraliaA vet clinic is a one stop shop when it comes to your pet’s health. Vets are the surgeon, the dentist, the anaesthetist, the radiologist, the pathologist, the pharmacist. Not to mention all the medical equipment required to diagnose and treat all the different species and diseases that they see. In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, veterinary expert, Dr Melissa Meehan sits down with ‘Hif’ to discuss why vet bills can sometimes seem expensive.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
Do Dogs Dream? ByLaura V06 September 2018Did you know that during Rapid Eye Movement (REM) sleep the human and canine brain can become indistinguishable? According to Animal behaviourist Laura V, “If you’ve witnessed your dog in REM sleep, their eyes will move around and paws may also twitch a little too. They do this because they are actually looking at the images of their dream and there’s a good chance they’re re-living that time they played in the park with that new toy you bought them.” In her latest article for our blog, Laura V shares her knowledge on the topic - “Do Dogs Dream”.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
How to Ensure My New Puppy Settles in WellByHIF Australia04 September 2018Taking a new puppy home is a very exciting and nerve-wracking time! But did you know that everything your puppy learns in the first 16 weeks they’ll remember for life? In this short clip, we caught up with our friends at Pooches at Play to hear their top tips on how to make your pup feel safe, comfortable and loved in its new home.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
How Do I Pick the Right Dog for My Lifestyle?ByHIF Australia29 August 2018Thinking of adding a fur-kid to your family, but not sure where to start? In this short clip with our friends at Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her knowledge on what breeds might be the best choice for your individual circumstances and their personality traits.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
The Secret to Your Cat’s PurrByLaura V27 August 2018There is no doubt we love to hear our cats purr. But have you ever wondered why they do it? According to Animal behaviourist Laura V, “Purring is most likely an emotional expression. Depending on the circumstances, a cat may be experiencing a range of emotions from happiness and relaxation, to hunger, distress, or sometimes even pain.” In her latest article Laura V shares her knowledge on how and why cats purr.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments
Living with a Deaf DogByHIF Australia24 August 2018Did you know you can train a deaf dog just as well as a hearing dog? The only difference is that you use hand signals instead of verbal commands. In this short clip with Pooches at Play, Animal Advocate and Dog Trainer, Lara Shannon shares her top tips for communicating with and training a deaf dog.Category:Pet HealthRead More0 Comments