Posted by Grange Co-op on 2nd Jul 2018
Unlike people, whose perspiration keeps them cool, pets have hardly any sweat glands at all which can easily lead to overheating. What they do instead is pant. Panting helps dispel some of the heat but it really isn't very efficient, which is why hot weather, for both cats and dogs, is uncomfortable weather. Here are some tips to help pets stay healthier and happier in the warm summer months.Steps to Keep Pets from Overheating
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Posted by Grange Co-op on 1st Sep 2015
We all love to treat our pets, but sometimes we can literally be killing them with kindness. Table scraps and inactivity are the two major contributors to obesity. Many of the long-bodied, low-slung dogs such as dachshunds, bassets and others can become painfully crippled when added weight practically breaks their backs by degree.
Heavy dogs of large breeds and especially those prone to hip dysphasia will endure considerable pain and discomf… Read more