Category: HEALTH & WELFARE

Dogs are prone to internal and external parasites.  Routine treatment is recommended for fleas and worms.  It is best to

The mouth should be kept clean at all times otherwise a purulent smell can occur, this may be due to

Spinone have webbed feet so between the pads should always be kept free from dirt, stones, grass seeds etc. This

“Large and spongy looking” The nose should be moist to the touch.

The Anal Gland normally empties its self.  The function of the gland is to act as a scent marker.

The coat should ideally be brushed every day to remove dead hair, matting and any foreign bodies, this is particularly

Check the ears weekly but more frequently if you have been out working your dog or have been anywhere that

Although the eyelids of the Spinone should be tight many have a slightly loose eyelid, which will enable foreign bodies

With summer fast approaching I thought that I would write about a subject which comes up each year.  I am

On Vacation ! The Pet Travel Scheme (PETS) is the system that allows pet dogs (also cats and ferrets) from