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Turmeric can very beneficial for your dog and super simple to make. Turmeric contains a compound called curcumin – which is essentially...

I would give milk thistle for a few weeks. You can buy it in tablet form from Dorwest Herbs, a tincture from Phytopet or as a powder…...

What is periodontal disease? What is the cause, the symptoms and the treatment? Periodontal disease is caused by a bacterial infection in the gums that gets progressively worse if left untreated. It damages the gums, supporting structures of the teeth, and can damage the bone. The symptoms sadly are not always noticeable until the disease is advanced. When bacteria collects along the gum line plaque builds and hardens into calculus (also know as tartar), and this will cause i

Dental problems can pose a serious threat to a dogs health if left untreated.

Autumn is my favourite time of year, but it can also be one of the most stressful if you’ve got a curious dog who loves to explore the world with their mouth and nose! This is the season where trees and bushes shed their leaves, seeds, berries, and nuts. While most are harmless, two we must be extra cautious of are: • Oak trees ( Quercus ) – drop acorns • Horse Chestnut trees ( Aesculus hippocastanum ) – drop conkers Both can pose serious risks if eaten by dogs. Why They’re D

A common question were asked here at No Bull is if the amount of chocolate your dogs eaten is safe or not. Chocolate contains substances called methylxanine, these are caffeine and theobromine both of which are toxic to our dogs. Unlike humans, our dogs are unable to break down or metabolise theobromine. The symptoms of the theobromine poisoning can take hours to appear, anywhere from 2 to 24hrs, so if your dog has eaten chocolate seek help immediately do not wait for the sym

WHEN the summer months upon us we always need to be mindful our furry friends are safe… all dogs can suffer from the heat but especially Brachycephalic breeds (flat faces!) as they cannot self regulate their body temperature as well as other breeds due to the facial structure & all too common breathing issues. ⚠ Heat stroke: The dangers ⚠  Heatstroke is one of the biggest dangers to dogs in summer. It can progress very quickly, and even if treated swiftly, can be fatal. It mo

Ashwagandha ( Withania somnifera ), a renowned adaptogenic herb in traditional Ayurvedic medicine, offers several potential benefits for dogs when used appropriately. Its adaptogenic properties help the body manage stress and promote overall health. Here’s a summary of how ashwagandha can support your dog: 1. Stress and Anxiety Relief: Ashwagandha has calming effects, making it helpful for dogs experiencing anxiety, fear, or stress, such as separation anxiety or noise-related

What is titre testing? A titre test is a simple blood test which will look for circulating antibodies in the dogs blood.

In this article you will find all you need to know about the immune system and titre tests – how they work, and how to interpret Titre...

OxyPet can be used in many ways from your pet simply drinking it, adding it into food, to using it topically. Another great way to use...

Halloween spiced pumpkin purée 🎃 It’s Halloween so lots of pumpkins will be getting carved so let’s get cooking! •Separate the flesh and...

There’s nothing better than a slow weekend morning with pancakes on the griddle, and now, your dog can get in on the delicious fun too!...

If you’re looking to celebrate your dog’s birthday, gotcha/adoption day, or simply want to treat them for being their adorable,...

Interest in holistic and natural approaches to dog health has surged in recent years, and medicinal mushrooms have become a popular addition to canine diets due to their extensive health benefits. From boosting immune function to reducing inflammation, these mushrooms can play key role in supporting your dog’s overall well-being. Here’s a closer look at some commonly used medicinal mushrooms, their benefits, and tips for safely incorporating them into your dog’ routine. Why C

I often get asked what the next best thing to feeding a raw diet is; this is a difficult question answer as raw feeding has health benefits like no other, but if you cannot raw feed I always recommend feeding a balanced lightly cooked diet whether that is pre made or home cooked. Feeding real fresh food will always be the best for your dogs' health and wellbeing whether it is raw or lightly cooked. So what if neither of these options are currently possible? What are the alter

There are a few different ways to transition your dog to raw and no one way will suit all dogs. Ho you choose to transition your dog should depend each individual dog, take into consideration age and how sensitive your dog is. STRAIGHT SWAP this may work well for dogs that don’t have a sensitive tummy and some puppy’s, if in doubt go for a slower transition. To do a straight swap simply feed current food one day and change over to the raw diet the next.. SLOW TRANSITION this

Before we begin to look at dry foods, its important to understand a little more about our dogs and where they have come from. We have domesticated dogs for around 30,000 years, our dogs are facultative carnivores which means their main diet should be a meat based diet, but they can survive on other foods if needed. Dogs are a species of canid, other canids are foxes, jackals and dingoes, but our dogs closest ancestors are grey wolves. We have changed the shape and size of our

This is an “argument” you will see often in the dog world so hopefully I can put some of the misinformation to bed! I think in some respects we have become very disconnected with what our dogs actually are. Yes - they are family! Yes, they are our cute cuddly babies that we adore; however the fact remains they are a species of carnivorous canid! Other carnivorous canids are wolves, foxes, jackals and dingoes, but our dogs' closest ancestor is the grey wolf (canis lupus) shari