How to recognise and effectively combat mites in your cat

Unfortunately mites are a common problem. Especially outdoor people can easily get infected. What consequences the parasite infestation has for affected cats depends mainly on the exact mite species.I...

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How to recognise and treat pneumonia in dogs

If a dog falls ill with pneumonia, this means that the lung tissue has become inflamed. Pneumonia in dogs can have various causes, including viruses, bacteria and fungi. Normall...

13.08.23 Views: 34572

How to Recognise and Treat Your Cat’s Ear Infection

Ear infections are not uncommon in cats. For affected animals they are often associated with considerable pain. In the worst case, they can even cause permanent damage and lead to deafness or pe...

18.01.24 Views: 57101

How to strengthen the immune system of your dog

Just as with us, the immune system serves to protect dogs from disease. If the defences of the quadruped are weakened, this becomes apparent by an increased susceptibility to health problems. The fol...

08.02.24 Views: 24302

How to tell if your cat is sick

Just like humans, cats can of course also get sick. Unlike us, however, they are not able to communicate when they are not feeling well. It’s therefore important for you as a cat owner to know ho...

12.01.24 Views: 24888

How to use tranquilizers for cats correctly

Whether fireworks on New Year's Eve, thunderstorms or moving to a new home - there are many situations that can frighten a cat. One or two cat owners may therefore have thought about the use of tranqu...

19.01.24 Views: 15443

How you can avoid watery eyes in your dog

Tearing eyes are very common in dogs. Eye problems can have different triggers and be accompanied by various other complaints. In the following, we will explain the possible causes of watery eyes in ...

13.08.23 Views: 51284

How you can support the endurance of your sports dog

Dog sport is becoming more and more popular among more and more owners. In addition to fun sports, such as dog frisbee, there are now more competitive dog sports in the form of canicross, dog scooting...

15.08.23 Views: 7835

How you trim the nails of your cat

The claws are an important tool for cats and it’s important to trim them regularly. Cat's claws at a glance The front paws are equipped with five and the hind paws with four claws. When walk...

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Hyperthyroidism in Cats: Symptoms, Treatment and Nutrition

Overactive thyroid (feline hyperthyroidism) is one of the most common hormonal disorders in cats. It is estimated that more than 10 percent of all animals over eight years of age are affected. ...

18.01.24 Views: 38625

IBD in Dogs: Symptoms, Causes and Treatment

Dogs who suffer from IBD, which is an abbreviation of Inflammatory Bowel Disease, struggle with stomach aches, cramps and digestive problems.  Mostly middle-aged dogs are affected by IBD. In...

08.02.24 Views: 39606

Identify and Effectively Treat Common Parasites in Cats

Parasites can have serious consequences. In this article we will explain which parasites can cause problems in cats and what symptoms they cause. We will also explain how to treat a parasite infestati...

02.02.24 Views: 29521

Identify and effectively treat grass mites in cats

Summer and autumn are, among other things, exactly the time when grass mites are active and often cats are also affected. For affected animals, autumn grass mites are often associated with severe itch...

18.01.24 Views: 55162

Identify and treat pyoderma in dogs

Problems with the skin, such as pyoderma, often occur in dogs. The possible causes of the complaints are numerous and the symptoms can vary. How pyoderma becomes noticeable in dogs and how it can be ...

13.08.23 Views: 37210

Insect protein: does my dog not need real meat?

At Bellfor we want to help our customers to feed their dogs in a way that is appropriate to their species. Therefore, we do not use artificial additives and wheat as a matter of principle and instead ...

15.08.23 Views: 11150

Insect protein? But my cat needs real meat

Cats are known to be carnivores. Their digestion is therefore specialised in utilising animal proteins and fats. If these are not contained in sufficient quantities in the food, this has fatal consequ...

13.08.23 Views: 8032

Is extruded or cold pressed dry dog food better?

Extruded and cold pressed are two terms that owners encounter when buying dry dog food. However, they do not say anything about the recipe of the respective feed, but inform about the process used in ...

08.02.24 Views: 22214

Is glucosamine useful for dogs?

Glucosamine is a so-called amino sugar, which is a natural component of the connective tissue, cartilage and synovia (joint fluid) in both dogs and humans. Glucosamine as a food supplement for dogs...

15.08.23 Views: 11277

Is it required or even safe to bathe cats?

Thorough grooming is important for cats, too. In the following you will find out whether this inevitably means that you have to bathe your cat or whether cleaning the fur should be left to the four-le...

12.01.24 Views: 9537

Is MSM a sensible food supplement for dogs?

There is now a huge range of dietary supplements that promise to support joint health in dogs. One term that supplement-interested dog owners are likely to read more often in this context is MSM. I...

15.08.23 Views: 12716