The Itchy Dog

By Dr. Katie O Brien

‘Wellness’ has recently become a hot topic amongst us humans. Both our mental and physical wellbeing is of top priority, especially as we enter into January, and turn over that ‘new leaf’.

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Caring for your Female Dog after the Birthing Process

By Dr. Katie O Brien

‘Wellness’ has recently become a hot topic amongst us humans. Both our mental and physical wellbeing is of top priority, especially as we enter into January, and turn over that ‘new leaf’.

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Things to consider when getting a rescue dog

By The Mutty Professor

Adopting dogs can be an incredibly rewarding experience. I have personally adopted five rescue dogs and currently live with two. Each one of them has been a loved member of my family.

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Wellness for your dog

By Dr. Katie O Brien

‘Wellness’ has recently become a hot topic amongst us humans. Both our mental and physical wellbeing is of top priority, especially as we enter into January, and turn over that ‘new leaf’.

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Fun for ALL the family

By Dr. Katie O Brien

Here at Blue Pet Co, we know how important it is to keep our dogs happy, so we have put together a few ideas on how to amuse your dog over the festive period.

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Managing Dogs (and puppies) At Christmas

By The Mutty Professor

Everybody wants Christmas to run as smoothly as possible and managing a busy household and your dog can at times be challenging.

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The Do’s and Don’ts of a “furry” Merry Christmas!

By Dr. Katie O Brien

Christmas can be one of the most enjoyable times of the year for both you and your furry best friend. But there are some things that may get in the way of this. So, to ensure this is a happy and healthy one, I have drafted a list of Do’s and Don’ts for the festive…

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Osteoarthritis

By Dr. Katie O Brien

Osteoarthritis = Degenerative joint disease Definition: The cartilage found in our pets joints may degenerate over time, leading to loss of joint movement and, in many cases, pain. Thinning and breakdown of cartilage within the joints leads to changes in the underlying bone. We then see bony outgrowths and a build-up of fluid within the…

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Gum Disease / Periodontal disease

By Dr. Katie O Brien

Prevention is better than cure! Definition: Periodontal disease is infection and inflammation of the tissues that surround the teeth.Gingivitis is inflammation of the gums and is the early form of periodontal disease. Cause: This is caused by bacteria in the mouth and the body’s own response to these bacteria!Plaque is a sticky colorless film of bacteria…

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