Dog talk

One of the most common causes of scratching is fleas. Even if you don’t see them, I would advise that you treat your pet with a flea product. If the scratching continues, then allergies are the most likely cause and this may be difficult to manage. Causes may include diet or environmental allergens. Trying to identify the

London (CNN)An investigation is underway after a canine competitor died the day after taking part in Crufts, one of the world’s most prestigious dog shows. An autopsy indicates he was poisoned. Three-year-old Irish setter Thendara Satisfaction — known to his owners as Jagger — took second prize in his class at the event in Birmingham, central

When members of the public saw the way the handler of the Scottish Terrier, who won Best In Show at this year’s Crufts Dog Show in England, lifted her dog, there has been a public outcry. The photographs went viral on social media and many asked why are Scotties handled this way. Here is a

Medical detection dogs are taking their life-saving missions to a whole new level. The dogs’ amazing sense of smell – between 1,000 and 10,000 times better than our own – is helping to identify various diseases and conditions that are potentially life-threatening to humans. Researchers and dog trainers are investigating the possibility of dogs to

A list of the world’s most expensive breeds of dog: Note: These prices are calculated averages and will vary from breeder to breeder! 1. Basset Hound (R14,000 – R17,500) These droopy-eared dogs make for great companions. They have a very keen sense of smell and are popular detective dogs. 2. Bernese Mountain Dog (R23,500) This

A friendly and child-loving dog, the Miniature Schnauzer enjoys much popularity all over the world. He is one of three varieties of Schnauzer (the other two being the Standard and the Giant) and as his name indicates, he is the smallest. The Miniature Schnauzer was developed in the 19th century from crosses between the Standard