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During the hot summer months, it is important to remember that this season can present some challenges and problems to your animals. Here are our tips on helping your pet stay happy, healthy and cool during summer.

There are lots of advantages to desexing your pets, apart from preventing the birth of unwanted animals.

My cat Toby came home really stressed out last night. He didn’t want to be touched, and sat alone in a dark room all night. He is much better this morning, but why was he acting like this?

I was driving from Oamaru to Timaru the other day and saw heaps of cows in paddocks standing under the hot sun with no trees or shade. Is there no requirement to provide shelter for cows and other animals?

My dog Phoebe barks every time I come home from work. Why does she do this, and do you have any tips to make her stop?

My puppy Beau buries every bone I give him in the garden, and then digs it up two weeks later. Why does he do this?

Why does my bunny Eddie chew through cords? How can I get him to stop?

My cat Sophie is getting older and I am worried about her developing problems that I might not notice. Can you please give me some advice on how to pick up problems early and what I can do?