Tips & Advice

Whether you are considering becoming a pet parent, are just starting your journey with your new best friend, or are well educated on the ins and outs of pet parenting, we encourage you to browse these helpful tips, advice, guides, and checklists to keep your pet healthy, happy, and safe.
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Aussie breeder on the rewards of raising Border Collies

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Border Collies are known for their intelligence, agility and herding ability. One breeder shares her passion for the dog that is both friend and loyal employee.
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The key ingredients in the Original Mature range

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These unique recipes include carefully selected ingredients to support your dog’s healthy ageing.
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Healthy Benefits Joints & Muscles or Black Hawk Original Mature?

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If it’s the diet that suits them best, Healthy Benefits can and should be fed to your dogs throughout their older years too.
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What are the nutritional needs of ageing dogs?

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By providing older dogs with the nutrients they need, we can help them enjoy their golden years to the fullest.
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How do I know if my dog is ready for Black Hawk Original Mature range?

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There are several factors which determine your dog’s ‘biological age’
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How can I assess my dog’s health in their old age?

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Proactive care means regular vet checks and feeding your dog the right amount of high-quality, nutritious food that suits them.
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Do all dogs age at the same rate?

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It’s important to remember that aging is a continual process rather than something that happens to your pet overnight.
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Why should I shift my dog to ‘mature’ food?

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Dogs have different nutritional needs at every stage of life, and mature dogs are no exception.
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Why is gut health important for mature dogs?

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As dogs age, there are physical changes in their guts that reduce their ability to digest
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If dogs age at different rates, how do I know when to make the switch?

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A daily feeding guide
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The Needs of Indoor Cats

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Today, more cat parents are choosing an indoor life for their cats. While Indoor living ensures safety and longevity, it might lack the environmental variety and physical activity outdoor cats enjoy. Discover how to keep cater for your indoor cat's needs.
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Why do Cats get Hairballs?

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Hairballs can be a common occurrence in many cats, but understanding why they occur and how to manage them is crucial for maintaining your feline friend's well-being.
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Kitten Nutrition - What does a Growing Kitten Need?

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As a kitten parent, it's crucial to provide your little one with a high-quality, complete, and balanced diet, supplying all the nutrients necessary to support their growth and developmental needs.
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Cats are Carnivores, so why are we Feeding them Carbs?

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Cats are highly specialised ‘obligate’ carnivores, however carbohydrate has always been part of their natural diet.
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Good Health doesn't have to be a Weighty Issue for your Cat

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When in tip-top shape, cats are agile, alert and responsive. Let's look at weight issues and weight management in cats from a few different, interesting angles.
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Weight Checks for Adult Dogs

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It’s an age old marker of good health: how we (and our pets) fare on the weighing scales.
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Skin & Gut Health Checks: Is My Dog the Sensitive Type?

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Here are some tips and tricks for those wanting to ‘get to the bottom of’ a subject that really gets ‘under our skin’!
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When Do Joint & Muscles Need Extra Support?

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In this article we’ll discuss some of the scenarios when we should ‘think joints and muscles’ and give some tips (nutritional and otherwise) which can help your dog along in their active, healthy lives.
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Healthy Benefits Joints & Muscles

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Black Hawk Healthy Benefits Joints & Muscles has been developed to support joint and muscle health in adult dogs.
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Healthy Benefits Dental

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Black Hawk Healthy Benefits Dental has been developed for your adult dog's oral health.
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How to Check Your Dog's Dental Health

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Concerns about your dog’s dental health is completely justified. Seeing as dental issues (most commonly ‘periodontal disease’) are reported to affect 89% of dogs over 3 years of age, keeping an eye on their oral health is almost an expectation of every pet parent.