We all want to do the right thing when looking for a new family companion, but we’ve all heard the stories of pedigree breeds and their health issues or the unpredictability of cross breeds. So when it comes to finding the perfect family companion for your family, be sure to put the research in so you can get the most... Click here to read more....
Monthly Archive for September, 2010
- A 1 year old dog is as physically mature as a 15 year old human.
- The oldest age recorded for a dog is 29 years, for a Cattle Dog called Bluey in Victoria, Australia.
- A puppy’s eyes do not open until it is 10 – 15 days old. Its vision is usually not complete until it is about 4
September is here already, how time flies! In Brisbane Spring time can get a lot like Summer time, with temperatures sure to soar quickly. It is important to keep in mind that our pooches feel the heat just as much, if not more, than us!
Temperatures in Brisbane regularly reach the 30 degree and beyond mark, not including how much... Click here to read more....
We are putting the Chihuahua under the microscope, not only to enhance their tiny proportions, but also to find out a bit more about this well known breed.
It is believed the Chihuahua originated in South America and was named from the Mexican state of Chihuahua. It is even said they were sacred to the Aztecs with their ancestors being... Click here to read more....
Canine Parvovirus Enteritis (or “Parvo”) is notorious to most dog owners. We have all heard the horror stories of this horrible virus which sneaks up without warning and strikes so quick that it could never have been helped. But what exactly is Parvo? How do we stop our pooches from coming into contact with it? And what can we do... Click here to read more....
Once again Paddington Pups participated in the RSPCA’s cupcake day fund raiser. Making a phenomenal $667.40 which (considering it being another quiet Monday) is an exceptional effort!
Thanks must go to Bree and her husband Ross for making a life time supply of cupcakes, Suzy for making some beautifully decorated and delicious cupcakes, and Katchia for expanding her cooking repertoire... Click here to read more....
It may be hard for some people to believe but our dogs feel grief when they lose a beloved four legged family member.
This grief may stem from the dependency built up over the years from one dog to the other, the companionship reinforced from being left home alone together regularly, or the lengthy period of time spent in the... Click here to read more....
We often have new clients join us for short periods of time while they have home renovations going on. Just as we get put out of home when performing renovations, so to can our furry companions. Considering the hustle and bustle of building and demolition, how do we make this massive event a non-even for our dogs?
If you... Click here to read more....
7.30am – Opening the doors for another day. We set up for the busy day ahead: filling mop buckets, turning on the hydrobath, dispersing toys, water bowls and beds for the pups, all the while greeting and bringing in today’s doggies.
9.00am – Walks get underway! We organise the walks as per the personalities and capabilities of each individual dog,... Click here to read more....