Maybe you have heard of a dog having a ruptured disk, a slipped disk or a herniated disk in their back. Intervertebral disk disease often referred to as IVDD and is a degenerative disease that can affect your dog’s spinal cord. IVDD is a very common condition seen in thousands of dogs every year, it is also very serious. This condition can cause a variety of different concerns for your dog from mobility to incontinence and pain. Most commonly seen in Dachshunds and other small and medium breeds, IVDD can be treated and managed depending on the severity of the condition with both surgical and non-surgical interventions. In this blog we will cover everything you need to know about IVDD.

Increasingly pets are becoming true family members and with dogs heading out on more adventures beyond their backyard, you might run into an owner using a dog pram. From elderly dogs to breeds to struggle in the heat, here you will find everything you need to know about why owners use dog strollers and how you can use one too!

Do you have a female dog that has not been desexed yet? If yes, then being aware of the signs of heat is very important for both male and female dog owners. Insights about the signs of dogs on heat can help you:

• Be prepared for your dog’s heat;
• Prevent unwanted litters;
• Plan for puppies if you are a registered breeder;
• Avoid dangerous situations with unpredictable behaviour; and
• Provide your dog with the best care.