Sophie Molloy 
A crossbreed dog means having parents that are two, or more different breeds. Take the famous Labradoodle, for example, this is a Labrador crossed with a Poodle. It was in the 18th century that humans started deliberately producing crossbreeds. Their reason was for practical use, to utilize these breeds as working dogs. Fast forward to … Read more
Dogs were the first species humans domesticated some 15,000 years ago. This was the time of human hunter-gatherers. Humans benefited from this partnership to help hunt and kill prey. Selective breeding (aka artificial selection) is a practice in which humans intentionally select a male and female to mate to produce offspring with certain desirable traits … Read more
Yes, you can be allergic to a Poodle. It is less likely than some other breeds of dog, but it really does depend on the severity of your allergies. Steps can be taken to minimize symptoms but ultimately if a Poodle triggers your allergies, it may mean that you are not compatible with the breed. … Read more
This post should be referred to for educational purposes only. I would always advise that you consult your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s health or concerns you may have. There are a number of reasons why your Cockapoo, or any dog, may scratch itself excessively. A few common reasons are parasites, allergies, or skin infections. … Read more
This post should be referred to for educational purposes only. I would always advise that you consult your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s health or concerns you may have. As pet parents, we constantly ask ourselves questions about our animals… “Did this morning’s run around in the park cause Bella’s sudden lameness?” “Was Coby’s vomit … Read more
This post should be referred to for educational purposes only. I would always advise that you consult your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s health or concerns you may have. The skin is the largest organ of the body, yes organ! It has three main functions: protection, regulation, and sensation. Unfortunately, in our furry friends, skin … Read more
This post should be referred to for educational purposes only. I would always advise that you consult your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s health or concerns you may have. Most of us will either brush our teeth in the morning after we wake up and/or in the evening before bed. We do this to remove … Read more
This post should be referred to for educational purposes only. I would always advise that you consult your veterinarian to discuss your pet’s health or concerns you may have. Have you ever experienced that “bloated feeling” in your stomach? This can sometimes happen when we eat a bit too much food or swallow excess air … Read more