Short answer; vets sort heart disease into stages, and the ones that matter most to you are B1 and ...
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New litter. Different brand of crystals. Scooped twice a day like clockwork. And somehow, the smell ...
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If your dog is getting older and the words “heart disease” have started floating around, take a ...
Read MoreYou have probably been here. Your dog has had a few days of loose stools, or maybe it has been going on for weeks and you are running out of patience. Someone recommends a ...
If your dog is constantly scratching, shaking their head, or having tummy troubles, their food could be the culprit. Dog food allergies are more common than many owners realise, ...
When a client recently told me, “Doctor, my dog’s stomach has been sensitive… and he’s also more anxious lately,” she expected us to talk about behaviour training. Instead, we ...
You have compared ingredient lists, read reviews, and tried to make sense of labels that feel designed more for marketing than clarity. And still, that nagging question remains: ...
Switching dog food should be simple, but it often is not. One change can mean loose stools, a gassy belly, or a dog who suddenly refuses their bowl. The good news: most tummy ...
There’s an old saying in medicine: food is medicine. It sounds poetic. Slightly dramatic. Maybe even a bit trendy. But in veterinary medicine, it’s not dramatic at all. It’s ...
Persistent scratching that keeps you both awake at night. Ears that flare up no matter how carefully you clean them. Digestive flare-ups that come and go without any obvious ...
Love is rarely found in grand gestures. For dogs, it lives in everyday moments. A calm meal. A steady routine. Time spent together without distractions. Love Your Pet Day, ...
Digestive issues are the most common reason dogs end up at the vet. Loose stools, vomiting, gas, refusing food, these signs are unsettling, and they often leave dog parents ...
Ramadan Kareem. As households across the UAE adjust their daily rhythms for the holy month, there is one family member who often feels the change first: your dog. While we expect ...
When a client recently asked me why her Labrador was thriving on a recipe that made her friend's Lab gassy and lethargic, I wasn't surprised. I hear variations of this question ...
Choosing what to feed your dog feels like it should be simple. The label says complete nutrition. The vet says it's fine. But then you notice the itching, the inconsistent stools, ...
Most dog food is built around an idea that does not hold up in real life: that there is an “average dog” with average needs. In reality, no two dogs are the same. They differ in ...
Life in the UAE often follows a familiar rhythm. Sunday to Thursday is a blur of work, commutes, and quick evening walks for our dogs. Then comes the weekend, and suddenly our ...
For years, many dog parents have been taught to fear fat. Low-fat labels feel safer. Fat-free treats feel responsible. And when a dog struggles with weight, joints, or digestion, ...
Keeping your dog at a healthy weight is not about appearance. It affects how they move, breathe, rest, and cope with daily life. Even small amounts of excess weight can reduce ...
For most dog owners in the UAE, neutering or spaying represents a responsible milestone in their dog's life. It prevents unwanted litters, reduces roaming behaviour, and lowers ...
"He's just big-boned." "She looks happy like this." "It's mostly fluff." I hear some version of this every week. And I understand it. No one wants to think they've been harming ...
There is a strange paradox in how we see our dogs. We research the best tick prevention, worry about the slightest limp, and spare no expense on veterinary care. Yet when it comes ...
Over the last 10 years we have witnessed an increase of 158% in overweight dogs. Weight gain in dogs rarely happens overnight. It creeps up gradually through slightly larger ...
