How to Stop a Dog From Digging Under a Fence - 5 DIY Solutions ByTammy George31 January 2020Is your dog constantly digging up your backyard? Try these 5 solutions for breaking his bad habit. Category:Pet Health, Training Your PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Introducing a Kitten to A Dog - How to GuideByTammy GeorgeYour dog might not be happy at first when you bring home a new kitten, but with some patience and training they should be able to get along.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Manage Your Dog’s Fear of FireworksByLaura Vissaritis30 December 2019As we celebrate events, special occasions and parties with firework displays, not all our family members are joining in on the fun. Some dogs are very frightened of fireworks and they can cause a lot of anxiety for our fur-kids. Follow animal behaviourist expert, Laura V’s top tips and advice to help keep your dog calm for the next celebration in your area.Category:Pet Health, Behaviour and TrainingRead MoreWrite a Comment
Finding a Pet SitterByTammy George27 October 2017Ensure your pet is left with someone who can care for them properly while you are away.Category:Pet Health, Caring for Your Furry FriendRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Deal with a Begging PoochByTammy George22 October 2017Watching your dog beg for food can be cute and hard to resist but how do you get them to break the habit when you want to enjoy mealtime without the sad eyes and doggie drool?Category:Pet Health, Training Your PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Top Ten Tips For Anxious Dogs ByLaura Vissaritis20 October 2017Do you have a shy or nervous dog, or a dog who's anxious in new situations? You can help them feel more calm and relaxed with these top ten tips from our animal behaviourist, Laura V. According to Laura, "Anxiety is the most common cause of unwanted behaviours. So, when training your dog to be better behaved, whether that be walking alongside you on lead, reducing their barking or not digging up the backyard, it pays to ask yourself ‘why’ they are doing it in the first place. How is your dog feeling? What sort of temperament does your dog have? Are you pushing their limits? Are you observing the signs of anxiety? If we start to ask ourselves why our dog is suffering and what part we are playing in it, we can start to understand how to resolve issues and move forward." Click through to the article to read how you can help change the way your dog sees the world.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
How to Puppy Proof Your HomeByLaura Vissaritis05 October 2017Taking a new puppy home is a very exciting and nerve-wracking time! It’s time start putting some safety boundaries in place, ones that keep your prized possessions free of needle-sharp puppy teeth and ones that keep that precious little canine away from potentially harmful human objects. With this in mind, we caught up with animal behaviourist Laura V from Dognitive Therapy to hear her top tips on puppy proofing your home. Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Why the Breed of Your Dog Will Affect Your Pet Insurance PremiumByHIF Australia03 October 2017You may not be aware that pet insurance premiums are influenced by the breed and age of the dog that you want to get covered. But why is this? What is it about different breeds that make some so expensive to insure, and others much cheaper? In this article, money and insurance expert, Bessie Hassan from Finder.com.au explains why breed affects your dog’s pet insurance premium.Category:Pet Health, Pet InsuranceRead MoreWrite a Comment
Welcoming an Adopted Pet into Your HomeByTammy George30 September 2017Taking home an adopted pet is not always as easy as the owners imagine but with time and patience a pet can learn to love and trust its new home.Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
Tips For Introducing Your Pet to Your Newborn BabyByLaura Vissaritis29 September 2017Have you ever wondered how to prepare your dog for your newborn's arrival? According to animal expert, Laura V, "The best advice I could give anyone is to essentially ensure your pet is an integral part of the baby’s life. Involve them, have fun with them and allow them to have purpose. Providing you are empathic towards your dog and set up an environment that is both safe and positive, there is no doubt your pet and baby will grow together to be the very best of friends." In her latest article for HIF, Laura provides her top tips on how to provide a loving home to the humans and fur-kids in your family equally. Category:Pet Health, Bringing home a New PetRead MoreWrite a Comment
First Aid and Accidental InjuryByHIF Australia28 September 2017Have you ever found yourself in a distressing emergency situation with your pet? According to Dr. Melissa Meehan, "Not knowing what to do could be the difference between life and death". In this short clip Dr. Melissa offers her advice on first aid techniques and actions we can take when common medical emergencies occur.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
Are Our Pets Really Family?ByHIF Australia11 September 2017Over the past few years, humans and dogs have become so close they’re now considered family. This means that we’re now spending significantly more on them than ever before, as we align their lifestyles more closely to ours. In this short clip, Animal Advocate, Lara Shannon speaks to Veterinarian expert, Dr Kate Lindsey of Kalmpets and Livin representative Michelle Goff to discuss the special relationship we have with our fur-kids and the important role they can play in assisting with anxiety, depression and even post traumatic stress disorder.Category:Pet Health, Caring for Your Furry FriendRead MoreWrite a Comment
Food Aggression in Dogs and what to do About itByLaura Vissaritis05 September 2017Does your dog struggle with food aggression? According to animal behaviourist expert, Laura V "Domestic dogs who display aggression around food are not necessarily dominant or bullying of other dogs, they may simply find that fighting for a resource is essential for survival. And sometimes, it is. Whilst it may be normal though, it doesn’t mean it isn’t potentially dangerous." In order to prevent or change aggressive food behaviour in dogs, it's important to know exactly what is causing it. In her latest article for HIF, Laura V shares her top tips on how to recognise and deal with food aggression. Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
The HIF Dog 'n' Health Games and the Health Benefits of Owning a PetByHIF Australia30 August 2017Dogs are not only loving and loyal, they also have a positive impact on our health. And research backs up most of what we already knew – they make us feel happier too, and they’re considered a very important part of the family. In this short clip, Lara Shannon catches up with HIF Executive Manager Anne Humphrey to discuss how the HIF Dog 'n' Health Games helps to highlight the health benefits of owning a dog.Category:Pet HealthRead MoreWrite a Comment
The Ins and Outs of Pet Insurance For Older DogsByHIF Australia24 August 2017Did you know that it's possible to purchase pet insurance for older dogs? Finding the right cover for our fur-kids can be hard to find (especially if they're nine years or older), but thankfully there are options available with 'HIF Pet'. In this article, money and insurance expert, Bessie Hassan discusses the ins and outs of pet insurance for older dogs. Category:Pet Health, Pet InsuranceRead MoreWrite a Comment