As humans we are increasingly trying to reduce the impact that our activities have on the environment. Although our pets have little choice in how their lifestyle affects the planet, there are a few things that we as owners can do to reduce their carbon paw-print! N.S.W. Veterinarian Dr Marc Simpson recently lent his ideas to us in the Green... Click here to read more....
Monthly Archive for February, 2010
It is always very upsetting to hear of a dog attack particularly if it’s an attack on a dog you know and love. In Brisbane City News recently, there have been a number of near fatal dog attacks.
One story that comes to mind is that of poor Ebony who was attacked twice within 5 days. The first was by... Click here to read more....
As you all would have noticed we are slowly making improvements to Paddington Pups.
Recently we changed the internal gates for the well being of the dogs and we just put up more fencing so that we can tailor the play environments making them even better for each and every dog.
With new fences this means we... Click here to read more....
Always avoid feeding dogs Cooked bones when bones are cooked the chance that they will splinter increases dramatically. The last thing you ever want is for a bone you have given your dog as a treat to splinter and get stuck in their neck or worse cause internal damage. Smoked and air dried bones are alright as... Click here to read more....
During the excitement of planning for a new pet there are many things to think about such as which pet to choose, your pet’s new name, bedding, toilet training, diet, toys, vaccinations, behavioural training, collars and leads… it can be quite a complicated and overwhelming task!
Unfortunately one... Click here to read more....
This summer, prevent your puppy from over -heating. Provide plenty of shade and fresh water.
Try and avoid metal water bowls as they heat up to quickly.
Ceramic and plastic bowls are a great alternative. If you choose to leave your puppy inside, make sure there are windows open or a fan to circulate the air.
A great idea is... Click here to read more....
This Summer is hot as we all know so to help the dogs combat some of the heat Paddington Pups introduced a Splash pool late last year for the dogs to cool down in. Located up near out Hydrobath particularly loved by our Labrador friends the splash pool is... Click here to read more....
It is common knowledge that dogs are playful, sensitive, creatures that need to constantly show their affection to others. This is why keeping them all alone and not used to other dogs and humans alike make them shy, fearful, behave crudely, and sometimes even aggressive.
The best way in preventing these tendencies is by getting them to introduce them to... Click here to read more....
Magic
Congratulations Magic!
The Lovely Miss Magic is a regular Dog to Doggy Daycare and visits the team at Paddington Pups generally 4 times a week.
Magic loves to Run and play she has one of the highest energy levels at daycare.
Magic’s mum Sarah usually takes Magic to the off... Click here to read more....