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
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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
Exotic pets in the Philippines: what to consider before buying one
It’s Christmas time, and as in past years, pets are again high on the list of the gift lists of people -- for themselves and for others. Not only are cute dogs and cats sought after at this time, but also exotic pets and plants. Exotic pets include snakes, pythons, geckos, salamanders, turtles, pangolins, insects,… Continue reading Exotic pets in the Philippines: what to consider before buying one
Pyometra: why you should spay your dog
Pyometra is one of the most common problems affecting female dogs in the Philippines. If there’s one reason why you should spay your female dog, it’s pyometra, an infection of the uterus. The high numbers are not surprising, considering that most Filipinos do not bother to have their dogs fixed. If there’s one thing I… Continue reading Pyometra: why you should spay your dog
Breeding mini schnauzers in the Philippines: know your responsibilities
Are you are planning to breed your mini schnauzer? I often get inquiries about my studs from owners of female dogs who are eager to breed their schnauzers Their reasons for breeding vary, ranging from those who simply want to have another puppy around the house, to those who want to make some money out… Continue reading Breeding mini schnauzers in the Philippines: know your responsibilities