3 Essential Nutrients for Dogs with Exocrine Pancreatic Insufficiency

Posted on: 6 November 2017
Finding out your dog has exocrine pancreatic insufficiency (known as EPI or digestive enzyme deficiency) can be scary. While EPI is often caused by an irreversible condition like PAA (pancreatic acinar atrophy), it can be treated with lifelong enzyme supplements and nutritional changes. In particular, there are 3 essential nutrients your dog will need (either via their diet or through supplements and injections). Here's all you need to know about them.
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3 Illnesses You Could Catch From Your Dog

Posted on: 25 October 2017
Most people have caught an infectious illness from a family member in their lifetime, but many are unaware that furry family members can make you sick too. There are many zoonotic diseases (illnesses that can transfer from animals to people) that your dog could contract, and if you don't treat them quickly, you and your non-furry family could end up catching them too. Here are 3 health issues to look out for.
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First-Time Dog Owner: What You Need to Know About Dog Vacinations

Posted on: 25 September 2017
If you have recently purchased a puppy, at some point you will need to visit a vet to have the dog vaccinated. If this is your first dog, you may be worried or confused about dog vaccinations. Below is a guide to everything you need to know about vaccinations. How does a dog vaccination work? The vaccinations which are given to dogs are very similar to those which are given to humans.
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3 Ways to Prevent Pancreatitis in Your Dog

Posted on: 25 September 2017
Getting pancreatitis (inflammation of the pancreas) can be an uncomfortable, painful and depressing experience for your dog. If left untreated, pancreatitis can also cause severe organ and brain damage that could be life-threatening. While it's impossible to guarantee your pet won't get the condition, there are a few things you can do to prevent it. Here are 3 top tips. Don't Let Your Dog Become Obese One of the biggest risk factors associated with dog pancreatitis is obesity, so it's important to keep your pup's weight at a healthy level.
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