Canine Distemper

Dis Temper is makin’ me crazy!!! Recently there have been reports of an uncommon disease outbreak in NSW with 2 confirmed cases of Distemper in dogs. Distemper is a nasty viral disease that attacks the respiratory and gastrointestinal system and ultimately the central neurological system, causing encephalitis (inflammation of the brain). There is no treatment, […]

Euthanasia: The Most Painful Decision

Many think of bereavement as beginning after loss. For many, however, grief can begin much earlier. Often, it begins the day you realize that your pet is approaching the end of its life — even though the final loss of that pet may still be many months distant. This stage of grief is especially difficult, because […]

Ten Tips on Coping with Pet Loss

Anyone who considers a pet a beloved friend, companion, or family member knows the intense pain that accompanies the loss of that friend. Following are some tips on coping with that grief, and with the difficult decisions one faces upon the loss of a pet.  1. Am I crazy to hurt so much? Intense grief […]

Cats and Their Litter Trays

Do you have a cat? The number one reason that cats are surrendered to shelters and new homes is due to inappropriate urination. For a long time we’ve been aware that cats can be very particular about their toilet habits (unsurprisingly). And a recent study conducted at Ross University in the Caribbean has now put […]