Chilly Pets

Bunda Cliffs in Australia—is this the end of the world? – Trynight Bunda Cliffs in Australia—is this the end of the world? Photo by: Takver, Creative Commons Attribution Licence Located on the Great Australian Bight in Southern Australia, is the vast, featureless Nullarbor Plain—the world’s largest single piece of limestone, covering an area of 270,000 sq km ...

The long and lonely Eyre Highway: Australia’s longest straight road – Trynight The long and lonely Eyre Highway: Australia’s longest straight road Photo by: Chris Fithall, Creative Commons Attribution Licence Imagine a drive, a thousand miles long with no turns or bends, across a vast featureless plain with repetitive landscape, and hundreds of kilometres between towns and s...

Celebrate the season of love in South Australia – Trynight Celebrate the season of love in South Australia Photo courtesy: South Australia Tourism Commission February is the month of love. When it comes to surprizing your loved one, gifts can seem passé (chocolates, flowers, jewellery) and scheduling a date night at your favourite restaurant can be challen...

Nine dog breeds at higher risk of heatstroke – and what you can do to prevent it Flat-faced dogs had twice the odds of suffering heatstroke compared with a labrador retriever.

A flesh-eating parasite carried by dogs is making its way to North America Importing dogs into Canada has also introduced a flesh-eating parasite that is transmissible to humans. Veterinarians, researchers and public health officials should work together to curtail the disease.

Getting A Check-Up For Your Dog Check-ups are vital to maintaining your dog’s health so schedule regular visits to the vet. Here’s what else you need to know.  The average lifespan of a dog is 10 to 16 years, depending on their breed, size, temperament and health. To prolong the life expectancy of&n...

How Old Is My Pet in Dog Years or Cat Years? "Just how old do you think my dog is in dog years?" is a question I hear on a regular basis. People love to anthropomorphize pets, attributing human characteristics to them.

10 Science-Based Benefits of Having a Dog – American Kennel Club Recent research shows that owning a dog is good for you physically and emotionally. Here are the science-backed benefits of owning a dog.

Living in Beijing, China - Interview With an Expat What is it like to move to and live in Beijing? This couple shares their personal experiences and tips to make the most of life in Beijing, capital of China

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome - CDS in Dogs

Canine Cognitive Dysfunction Syndrome - CDS in Dogs Canine cognitive disorder, also known as cognitive dysfunction, is a decline in the brain’s ability to function. Research suggest that signs of CDS occur in 23 percent of dogs 12 to 14 years old and in 41 percent of dogs older than 14 years.

Understanding and Treating Allergies in Dogs Just like people, dogs also have or can develop allergies. Learn what these common allergies in dogs are, and how to reduce their allergic reactions.