Do you know where to go if your pet has an emergency after working hours? If you’re a pet owner, you should be prepared for medical emergencies at all times. Besides knowing basic first aid, you have to know which veterinary clinics will be able to accommodate you if you have an emergency at odd… Continue reading Preparing for pet emergencies
The joys of having a rescued pet: tips for new rescue parents
Rescuing an animal is one of the most life-changing decisions you can ever make. This is something that I discovered a long time ago, when I first welcomed a stray cat into my home, a decision that brought so much joy into my life. Although I’ve been raised around dogs, none of them were rescues.… Continue reading The joys of having a rescued pet: tips for new rescue parents
Useful dog information sites for Filipino pet owners
We never really stop learning. As dog owners, there is so much we need to learn and understand about our fur balls so that we can better meet their needs, whether it has to do with health, nutrition, grooming, behavior, or a thousand other concerns. With advances in veterinary sciences and so many new products… Continue reading Useful dog information sites for Filipino pet owners
Where to go for spay and neuter surgery in the Philippines
I frequently get emails asking me where I had my dogs neutered or spayed, so I am writing this article. Although most veterinary clinics are able to perform these procedures routinely, there are some veterinary clinics that specialize in these procedures. Over the past year, I have been recommending two clinics for all those who… Continue reading Where to go for spay and neuter surgery in the Philippines
Everything you need to know about mini schnauzers
Here's a great video from ChihuLife that captures everything you want to know about mini schnauzers: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n6VwsiwK3kM This video came from Chihu Life -- a great resource for dog owners.
Overweight dogs: our weight-loss plan
Is your dog too fat? Chances are, you haven’t noticed. Well at least that was what happened to me. I didn’t realize my mini schnauzer had become overweight until I brought her in for spaying, and the vet just refused to do the surgery on account of her weight. The vet shared that overweight dogs… Continue reading Overweight dogs: our weight-loss plan
Puppy contracts: why you need them
Majority of puppy buyers and sellers in the Philippines do not have puppy contracts or purchase agreements. In fact, some people are turned off by those breeders or buyers who ask for a contract or sales agreement, thinking of it as an insult or something that is just too inconvenient to deal with. Written agreements… Continue reading Puppy contracts: why you need them
Are you unknowingly helping the illegal wildlife trade?
Photo by Belle Co on Pexels.com At the height of the Covid-19 lockdown, the Philippines woke up to news of two ostriches running around a Quezon City subdivision. People were aghast to find out that one died from stress following that neighborhood run, and that their owner did not have the necessary clearances from the… Continue reading Are you unknowingly helping the illegal wildlife trade?
Gabby is now a Thai champion
We're happy to announce that Gabby (Plasma MS Dancing Doll) has achieved her championship title in Thailand this weekend. She also ended the year as the top-ranked mini schnauzer in Thailand in 2020. I never really thought we would be able to take any dog to a championship this year, given the challenging situation that… Continue reading Gabby is now a Thai champion
Back to the show ring: Gabby debuts with a bang
It's been almost a year since the Covid-19 pandemic put a stop to our dog showing activities. Thankfully, dog shows have resumed in Thailand. Yesterday, we finally returned to the show ring with our girl Gabby (Plasma MS Dancing Doll), co-owned by myself and Youngyut Amjaroen. Needless to say, we are pleased with the results.… Continue reading Back to the show ring: Gabby debuts with a bang
