Heads up for food

WE put lots of thought into the type of bed and accessories our pets use and we usually choose a cute dish for their food. Have you ever thought about where their water and food bowl should be, more specifically at what height? Me neither but apparently it’s very important for the health of your dogs and cats. Placing their dish on the floor, as I imagine most people do, is something that veterinarians strongly advise against.

Placing their dish on the floor causes digestive problems because of the position of their digestive organs especially in larger breeds.

So, at what height should it be positioned? They recommend that their water and food bowls be positioned at shoulder height. This will help them digest food in a more natural way and avoids increased pressure on the neck, back, and paws. They then don’t have to eat in a forced position, this will help all dogs and cats but especially our older furry friends.

DID you know that ‘puppy parties’ are getting more and more popular with families opting to throw a party for their poodles on their birthday? If you would like to plan a pet party celebration but you don’t know where to start here are some tips.

You should take into consideration the size of your dog and the invitees when picking the location for the party, you wouldn’t want your living room overrun with greyhounds for example.

Take into account the personality of your pup, if he scares easily, a small gathering that won’t be too stressful is best.

Don’t forget the refreshments with plenty of fresh water on hand, doggy snacks, and a pupcake of course. Don’t forget to check with the humans before giving out treats and don’t forget human snacks!

Party favours like frisbees and tennis balls are very popular along with some party hats if you can get them to keep them on.

Don’t forget the dogthemed decoration and take lots of photos so you can turn it into an album to remember the day.