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Sometimes when the depths of winter are upon us, New Year health kicks can sometimes find themselves kicked to the curb. But if you’re a dog owner, as actress, mum and personal trainer Sarah Jayne Dunn told K9 Magazine, you…
New research out this week has revealed a major breakthrough in the management of the most common form of canine heart disease, which has the potential to extend the healthy lives of dogs throughout the world. The global EPIC study,…
Cavalier King Charles Spaniels are synonymous with history. Many of the breed’s ancestors can be seen in pictures from the 16th, 17th and 18th centuries, but experts are warning that the breed we know today is seriously at risk. New…
As your dog gets older, his routine, habits and lifestyle will change to adjust to the change in pace, but there are certain steps you can take to ensure that he enjoys the highest possible quality of life for as…
We all want the best for our pets, that’s why we spend so much time making sure we’re up to date with the latest seasonal topics and making sure our pets are happy and healthy, but have you ever wondered how you…
The word osteoarthritis is derived from three terms: ‘osteo’ meaning bone, ‘artho’ meaning joint and ‘itis’ meaning inflammation and so osteoarthritis essentially means inflammation of the joint, which has been caused by an underlying issue with the bone. There are…
Almost any dog owner who has lost a beloved dog to cancer has probably faced the reality that we do not yet have the same plethora of advanced treatments available for our four-legged friends that we have for people. Yet,…
Dogs don’t ask a lot of us – all they really want is food, shelter and companionship, for which they’ll repay you in bucket loads. Their demands don’t stretch to “being understood” or “feeling valued” but they do have certain…
Teeth play a larger part in the culture of airs than one may think. In Japan, women cover their mouth when laughing in order to elude the stigma attached to unattractive teeth. Americans, although infamous for their perception of the…
Dog Bloat aka Gastric Torsion in Dogs: An Owner’s Guide Bloat in dogs is a fast, silent killer. Too many dog owners only learn about dog bloat once they’re in that devastating position of having a vet explain to them…
Did you know that degenerative valve disease is a very common problem in dogs? Approximately 7 million dogs in the United States are estimated to have cardiac disease; the majority of those dogs suffer from degenerative valve disease. Small breed…
Every pet owner can benefit from the protection pet insurance affords. Every owner, without exception. Why? There is no dog alive that is incapable of becoming seriously ill or injured to the point where the financial burden placed upon us…
Dog shedding is a real problem in my home. Up until last year, I had a dark-furred dog and a light-furred dog, and cream carpets. Now, I have three dark furred dogs, and cream carpets. For as many years as…
Keeping our pets looking pretty (and handsome) can be a point of pride for many a dog owner and dog grooming tauranga can make it happen. Whether it is making regular appointments at your local dog groomers or implementing a…
Preventable dog disease claiming too many lives, and it’s something more dog owners should be concerned about than ever before, according to experts. Vets from the UK’s leading veterinary charity, PDSA, are warning that the deadly dog infection parvovirus is…
The word parasite literally means “one who eats from the table of another” and is an old Greek word that was applied to sycophants or ‘professional guests’ who befriended the rich and ate at the top table. With that in…
Lyme disease has been in the UK press recently as concerns grow about the number of people and animals at risk of contracting the disease during the warmer months. In the UK, Public Health England estimates the number of new…
When our pet becomes ill, the desire to read all you can about it can be overwhelming. When K9 Magazine’s own Mia was diagnosed with Mast Cell Tumour cancer in November last year, her diagnosis came a matter of weeks…
