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Cat grass: what are the real benefits?

Cat grass: what are the real benefits?

Cats love to nibble on fresh blades of grass. But is cat grass really necessary, or just a nice addition to a cat’s life? Indoor cats, in particular, will sometimes turn to houseplants or bouquets as an alternative if they don’t have access to suitable options. This can be problematic, as many plants are unsuitable or even toxic to cats. In this guide, you’ll learn about the benefits of cat grass.

Poisoning in Dogs: Recognizing, Preventing, and Acting Correctly

Poisoning in Dogs: Recognizing, Preventing, and Acting Correctly

Poisoning is among the most common medical emergencies in dogs. Many substances that are harmless or commonplace for humans can cause serious symptoms in dogs, even in small amounts. This guide will highlight the most common causes of poisoning, describe typical signs, and provide concrete recommendations for action in an emergency.

Diarrhea in Puppies and Kittens

Diarrhea in Puppies and Kittens

Diarrhea in puppies and kittens is quite common, as they are particularly sensitive to sudden changes in environment or diet. Parasites, Food allergy, or other underlying conditions can also cause diarrhea. Depending on the cause, diarrhea can last for varying lengths of time and affect the health of your young animal. In this guide, we provide tips so you know what to do and when to react.

Dog diarrhea prevention

How to Prevent Recurrent Diarrhea in Dogs?

Dogs are naturally curious animals that love to explore the world with their nose and mouth. It often happens that they eat something wrong or lick something contaminated, leading to digestive upset. As a pet owner, you naturally want your dog to be healthy and happy. Here, we therefore provide some tips on how to prevent diarrhea and strengthen your dog's digestion.

Raw Feeding: What to Consider When BARFing?

Raw Feeding: What to Consider When BARFing?

Given the abundance of available and sometimes contradictory information, it's not easy to navigate when looking for a raw food diet for your dog or cat. Below, we have compiled our tips for an adapted and responsible raw feeding approach.

Dog in snow enjoying winter

Dogs in the Snow: Precautions and Winter Care

It's not just us humans who enjoy the snowy landscape and fresh powder in winter; our dogs also love to romp through the snow. To ensure your dog can play carefree in the snow, there are a few things you should keep in mind. Here are our tips for unadulterated fun in the snow.

Dog flatulence

What's That Smell? Flatulence in Dogs

Every dog experiences flatulence from time to time. While this is temporarily very unpleasant for our noses, it's usually not a major problem. Where do these odors come from, and what can be done about them?

Pancreatitis in dogs and cats

Pancreatitis in Dogs and Cats

The pancreas is an extremely important organ for digestion and metabolism. Inflammation is quite common in dogs and cats, but can present very differently clinically and is therefore not easy to diagnose.

Gut Microbiome Dog Cat

The Gut Microbiome and its Influence on Health

The number of microbes in our pets' intestines is about ten times greater than the number of cells their bodies are made of! However, there's no need to be disgusted – the bacteria in the gut are important helpers for health and well-being.

Diarrhea: When is a Vet Visit Necessary?

Diarrhea: When is a Vet Visit Necessary?

Acute diarrhea is one of the most common symptoms in dogs and cats and can have various causes. How do you know if home treatment is appropriate or if a veterinary visit is immediately necessary? In our guide, we provide some decision-making aids.

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