August 10 2008

Doggie Bad Breath

Halitosis, or bad breath, is an unpleasant odor coming from your dog's mouth. It's more than just "doggie breath" in that it is offensive. Usually halitosis has oral causes, although sometimes it can be caused by other disease processes.


Some of these include inflammation of the gums, tooth abscesses, mouth wounds, mouth cancers, lung disease and even severe kidney disease. Consult your veterinarian if your pet has prolonged bad breath or a noticeable change in his breath


July 21 2008

With the weather cool it's important your dog has a comfortable, warm and sheltered bed. If your dog sleeps outside make sure the bed is not sitting directly on concrete or bricks. Poor sleeping arrangements are one of the main contributing factors leading to arthritis and chills.

January 7 2008

Heat, heat and more heat. If its bad for us imagine what our dogs are going through. All that panting and hard breathing can be quite tiring. Make sure your pet is not out in this excessive heat. If you have no option but to put them out, make sure they have at least two bowls of water, some shade and somewhere comfortable to lie down in.


December 4 2007

101 Palpations would like to thank the many valued clients who have sought our services in 2007. It has been an exciting year for us, treating many dogs from the very small to the very large and a range of those in between.

Don't forget summer is the time we need to be more vigilant with our pets. As well as snakes, bees, spiders and insects, the heat, inadequate hydration and overexersion can have an adverse affect. Make sure your pet has plenty of water, plenty of shade and has a cool place to sleep during the day out of the sun. If we feel hot and uncomfortable, imagine what it would be like wearing a fur coat.

We wish you a very safe and happy festive season and look forward to seeing you again in the new year.


Make sure 3 October 2007

Spring is upon us, the birds are nesting, dogs are shedding hair and the allergens are rising. If you dog starts to itch, gets red irritated patchy areas on the belly, groin, under arms and paws there is a simple yet effective solution you can try. The plant Aloe Vera in its natural state is an excellent source with therapeutic healing properties that also alleviate itch. Buy a plant for your garden, cut off a leaf, trim the thorns off each side then peel back the outer skin to expose the green sticky almost honey like sap. Gently apply it to the skin and it will start to repair very quickly. Its non toxic, always on hand and has marvellous benefits for both you and your pet.

18 August 2007

Spring is just around the corner and the time we become aware we are a little less fit and a little more stiff after a winter spent at home. Over the colder months our pets also lose body tone and muscle mass so now is the time to start the get fit plan.

Exercise and diet are key factors in maintaining physical and mental health. Those extra treats and second helpings absorbed over winter have been ideal padding during the cold but are nothing but a hindrance in the warmer months.

So get up in the early morning and give your dog a run or walk. The early dew and the sound of waking birds can lift the soul and give you both the ideal start for a relaxing and enjoyable day.

As we think about diet keep in mind there are many foods that are toxic to your pets and should never be ingested. Some of these include everyday products such as margerine, chocolate, macadamia nuts and onion. Want to know more... please refer to the 'Services' page for the nutritional section of our site.

01 August 2007

With such cold and windy weather upon us, it's time to spare a thought for all the sad homeless dogs and cats that have found themselves, through no fault of their own at animal shelters, waiting and hoping that someone will take them into their hearts with offers of a forever home.

If you already have pets and can't take on another permanent animal why not consider becoming a foster carer until the forever home is found. History shows that in most cases these are loving and caring animals, usually neglected, often lacking in trust and unfamiliar with love and affection. Just check out any of the shelter websites and you'll see many happy adoption tales, along with many sad faces waiting to be given a home. (check out our links pages)