Essential fatty acids are not only beneficial for humans but for dogs, too. By choosing omega 3 & 6 supplements for dogs, you ensure that your dog will receive the necessary essential fatty acids. Omega-rich food supplements are particularly effective when it comes to helping your dog’s dry skin. What are essential fatty acids and why
At Dorwest Herbs, the most common question our team of advisors get asked is ‘What supplements can I give my dog every day to keep him (or her!) healthy?’ Much like ourselves, it is much more sensible to keep your pet healthy than to wait until perhaps their health is not quite as good and
Clair was at her wits end when all three of her Whippets began showing signs of severe noise phobia in dogs…caused by firewokrs! Bonfire night until New Year’s use to be a dreaded period in Clair’s household, but now, using Calming remedies for dogs, they all rest easy in their beds. Here’s how… “Molly ages
Anxious? Fearful? Nervous? Scared or stressed? If you have used any of these words to describe your dog, you have probably witnessed them showing one or more of the dog anxiety behaviours below. Our dogs can get stressed and since we can understand how stress makes us feel, all pet owners should be aware and
This time of year there are lots of berries in our hedgerows and you may wonder which ones are safe for your dog to eat and which should be avoided. Here are some details on the seven most commonly found berries that you might come across on your walks – which are safe for your
Everyone wants to do the right thing when thinking of breeding and it is only natural you to be concerned that they are doing all you can to ensure the health of the mother and pups. It certainly is very useful and reassuring to read up on what to expect they are pregnant and whelping.
A bit of fresh air can do us all the world of good. The same applies to our dogs who love nothing more than a quick sniff. So what better place to enjoy the great outdoors, than in your own garden. But is your garden dog friendly? You might want to double-check! Take a peek
Just like us, dogs can get an upset stomach from time to time. Although not usually serious or long lasting, they can be upsetting for owners and may cause discomfort for the dog. Some breeds of dog, seem to have more delicate digestions than others and so being aware of your dog’s individual sensitivities is
If your dog (or cat) has an upset stomach, symptoms can vary from the occasional windy tummy to diarrhoea, pancreatic insufficiency or something more serious. The most important point is if you are at all concerned please visit a veterinary professional for expert advice. This will allow anything serious to be diagnosed, treated or even
Hurray for the summer holiday! But just because you’re heading off on holiday, doesn’t mean your four-legged friend should be left behind. We’ve put together a top tip holiday guide to include the whole family and don’t forget to tick off the checklist. Travelling do’s and don’ts Take note of your dog’s microchip number and
