Articles tagged with 'Pet owner basics'

Hens will lay eggs with or without a rooster. Without a rooster, your hens’ eggs are infertile, so won’t develop...

While the internet is a great way to research and look for your new best friend, you should absolutely avoid...

Desexing has many benefits, including health benefits for your cat and a reduction in nuisance behaviours. What is desexing and...

There are specific infections that can be transmitted from animals to humans which may cause disease; these are known as...

There are about 30 breeds of rabbits, ranging in colours, shapes and sizes but all need similar care and attention....

Rabbits who are properly socialised (including being handled appropriately) from a young age tend to be calmer and more confident...

It is important that you manage the introduction to your family carefully and that children are directly supervised at all...

Our pets need regular and consistent dental care to make sure their teeth stay healthy and functional for as long...

Cats have special nutritional requirements because they have some fundamental differences in what and how they can metabolise and utilise...

Rabbits are a social species and have evolved to live in groups. In the wild, rabbits do not live alone....

Rabbits need the company of their own kind but you cannot just mix two unfamiliar rabbits without following the proper...

Vaccinations are an important part of caring for your cat. Vaccines provide protection from some diseases such as enteritis (feline...

One of the most important skills your dog needs to learn is “recall” – coming to you when you call....

If you suspect that your pet is ill from eating pet food or treats, contact your veterinarian and report the...

Vaccinations are an important part of caring for your dog as they prevent or reduce the severity of infectious diseases...