Can dogs catch a cold?

Can dogs catch a cold?

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 14th Apr 2016

IT'S that time of year again when winter is just around the corner and the dreaded cold, or flu, seems to show itself with great vigour? I know a cold can make me feel pretty lousy but what about your puppy?  We all know our puppies are great at catching a ball but can they catch a cold? Can your Puppy catch a cold from you OR can you catch a cold from them? Good questions indeed! The bott …
read more
Gum Disease in Dogs

Gum Disease in Dogs

Posted by Russell Gibbons on 8th Feb 2016

Dogs are five times more likely to get gum disease than humans! Gum Disease, or periodontal disease, occurs with the presence of plaque. Plaque below the gum line is easy to remove, however, it is the plaque above the gum line which causes the issue. This plaque, if left unchecked, slowly turns into Tartar. Put simply, the bacteria in this then gives rise to infection which then affects th …
read more