Many dogs love snow, but winter also brings cold, de-icing salt and dark walks. Here you’ll learn what to look out for with your dog in winter and when it becomes dangerous.
Salmonella rarely makes dogs ill, but many carry it unnoticed and can pass it on to people. Here you’ll learn how to recognise an infection, what role raw food plays and which hygiene measures protect you and your family.
Short legs, a long back and a higher risk for the discs: CDDY is often behind it. Here you’ll learn what the abbreviation means, which breeds carry it, what a genetic test tells you and how to protect your dog in everyday life.
For many dogs, New Year’s Eve is the worst night of the year. Here you’ll learn how to prepare your dog weeks in advance, what helps on the evening itself and when support from the vet makes sense.
Does your young dog’s foreleg look crooked, with the paw pointing outwards? Radius curvus syndrome may be behind it. Here you’ll learn how it develops, how to recognise it and why timing makes such a difference.
During Advent there is chocolate everywhere, and dogs find it. Here you’ll learn why chocolate is toxic for dogs, which types are especially dangerous and what to do if your dog has eaten some.
Is your dog squinting with one eye, is it watering and is he rubbing it with his paw? A corneal ulcer may be behind it. Here you’ll learn what it is, why you should act quickly and how treatment works.
The bowl is empty, yet your old dog keeps getting thinner. You should take that seriously. Here you’ll learn what can be behind it, what to look out for and how to support your senior dog.
As soon as temperatures rise in spring, ticks appear again in greater numbers in many regions. They lurk in tall grass and in bushes, waiting to cling to a dog's coat in order to reach the skin...
Supporting joint function in dogs for greater agility and quality of life. Strain on joint function is a challenge for a dog's joints that can be traced back to two fundamental causes...
Protection against ticks and support for a dog's defences. The number of diseases transmissible by ticks is rising drastically from year to year. This is why experts increasingly recommend measures that support the vitality of dogs in at-risk areas...
Successful dog training through trust and clear communication. Dog training is an enormously broad field and numerous mistakes creep into a dog's education very quickly, which are difficult to correct...
Fashion dogs and the consequences of overbreeding for canine health. More and more so-called fashion dogs show serious signs of years of overbreeding. In general, these developments have an extremely negative effect on the animals' health...
Healthy joints for more joy in movement and a high quality of life. Just like us humans, dogs can develop challenges with their joints at a very young age, which can considerably limit the animals' quality of life...
Which dog breed suits me? Find the ideal companion for your life. Dogs differ dramatically from breed to breed in terms of their temperament and their demands. That is why every dog lover planning to get an animal should ask themselves in advance which dog breed actually suits them...
Dog sport in moderation and with good sense for healthy joints and a strong bond. The activities at a dog sports ground promote the social bond between owner and dog. They offer contact with other animals and ensure good exertion through movement...
Important nutrients for canine health and optimal vitality in everyday life. For its long-term fitness, every dog needs certain building blocks that it must take in regularly and in sufficient quantities through its food...
Confident leadership and mutual trust – why your dog does not listen to commands. Quite a few dog owners are noticeably overwhelmed by their animals, because the dogs simply do not listen to the owner's signals...
Recognise joint problems in dogs early and promote their joy of movement. Many dog owners suddenly notice, usually without warning, visible abnormalities in their animals' gait or posture. These are often early signs of joint wear that can lead to lasting restrictions...
Take signs of unease seriously and support the dog's vitality in a targeted way. If you frequently notice signs of unease in your dog, you should act promptly and promote the dog's vitality...