The Global Pet Wellness Industry has an annual spend of $1 Trillion dollars AUD ($500 Billion USD Global Market). Pet owners in Australia spent a whopping $33 billion last year on pampering their pets as the pet wellness industry booms. Example Animal wellness alternative therapies include: Canine Acupuncture $200 per session Dog Massage $60-$150 per […]
Chester-le-Street Park Gail Dunn Summary Decent facilities and dogs seem to love Chester-le-Street Park. Parking isn’t free but for up to 1 hour rates are fair. Location & Parking So where is Chester-le-Street Park? Also known as Chester-le-Street Riverside Park, Google gives it a postcode of DH3 3PL. Clearly signposted, it is situated on the […]
There’s nothing worse than having to make an emergency trip to the vet when your pet is unwell. It’s stressful, costly, and signals that your pet may have been in pain for some time. From keeping up-to-date with vaccinations to identifying unusual bumps and lumps, this article looks at why an annual check-up with your […]
The cycling process can seem tedious, but it really is necessary to do it correctly, especially if you have an axolotl. They are far more sensitive than other aquatic creatures and can easily get ammonia burns. This axolotl has had its floofs burnt off with high ammonia levels. This will result in difficulty breathing. I […]
When building am aquascape, the best place to start is with the hardscape. Hardscape includes all your rocks, driftwood and any ornaments you want to include in your tank. I like to set everything up in the empty tank and look at it for a few days. I tweak things and move them around as […]
If you’ve ever seen a dog walker in New York, you might have noticed them walking what seems like a small army of dogs—sometimes up to 10 at a time! It’s an impressive sight, but here in Australia, the rules and practices around dog walking are a little different, and for good reason. So, how […]
After a day of exploring with your four-legged friend there is nothing better than relaxing in a pub with a refreshing drink and some tasty food. Luckily, Durham has lots of dog friendly establishments ready to welcome you with open arms. Here, we look at 10 which are known to be dog friendly. And it […]
For a dog, a veterinarian’s clinic can be a scary place. Being touched by an unfamiliar person, having uncomfortable procedures, and being in close confines with other pets can be overwhelming for your dog and for you. At Rossmore Veterinary Hospital, we understand a trip to the vet can be stressful, so understanding each pet’s […]
Axel came to us at 11 months old and was 12cm. He was the result of an accidental clutch and was not in the best shape, he had no feet, only two legs and a bite out of his tail. The breeder had been feeding him beef and bloodworms and was keeping him with way […]
Why cycle a tank? Cycling an aquarium can seem like a lengthy and tedious process, but it is crucial to having happy healthy fish. I know its really tempting to buy a tank and just add everything in on the first day, but I promise this will be worth it, result in less fish deaths […]
