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Wellbeing

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dog chewing on a piece of chew
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Why You Should Give Your Dog a Chew Regularly

  • Adrian Lim
  • August 27, 2022
Regular chewing is good for dogs in several ways. Find out the benefits of giving your dog chews and things to watch out for.
spilled bottle of yellow capsule pills
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Omega 3 Supplements for Dogs: Guide to What to Buy 

  • Sarah Chong
  • April 16, 2022
Omega 3 supplements can be beneficial to our dog's health. But choosing a good one is crucial and takes effort. Our guide is here to help.
How to Choose Pet Insurance | Vanillapup
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Complete Guide to Pet Insurance in Singapore 2022: How to Choose + Detailed Comparison

  • Lionel Ng and Sarah Chong
  • April 13, 2022
Want to buy an insurance policy for your pet? How do you compare offerings by different companies and what should you take note of? Here's a helpful guide.
Pet Insurance in Singapore | Vanillapup
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What We Think About Happy Tails Pet Insurance (And How It Compares to PetCare by Liberty)

  • Vanillapup
  • April 13, 2022
A comparison between Happy Tails and PetCare by Liberty insurance - their premiums, coverage, requirements, and exclusions.
Dog with Skin Issues on a Cone
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Managing Dog Skin Issues: Our Personal Experience

  • Vanillapup
  • March 30, 2022
Has your dog been itching with no end in sight? We know your struggle. Chronic skin issues are hard to resolve, here's how we manage it.
How to Get Rid of Dog Bad Breath
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Bad Dog Breath: 6 Things You Can Do to Get Rid of It

  • Sarah Chong
  • November 14, 2021
Is your dog suffering from bad breath? Here are some ways to reduce or completely eliminate it! We've tried these methods with great success.
Dog Mom Kissing Dog
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10 Things I Wish I Knew When I Got My First Dog

  • Sarah Chong
  • August 22, 2021
Here are 10 things we have learned about improving a dog's health and wellbeing after being pet parents for 8 years.
Image of dog on vet table
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The Complete List of 24-Hour Vet Clinics in Singapore

  • Vanillapup
  • July 5, 2021
Looking for 24-Hour Vets in Singapore? Check out our comprehensive list of 24-hour vet clinics.
Rehab Centres in Singapore - Vanillapup
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Pet Rehab & Fitness: 7 Places to Help Your Pet Recover and Get Fit

  • Vanillapup
  • January 9, 2021
Got a pet with joint or spine issues? Veterinary rehab may help. It uses treatments like massage, exercise, and hydrotherapy to restore function and mobility.
Apoquel vs. Cytopoint Allergy Medications for Dogs
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Cytopoint vs. Apoquel: How These Anti-itch Medications Help Itchy Pups

  • Sarah Chong
  • December 4, 2020
Apoquel and Cytopoint are medications that help to reduce allergic itching in dogs. We asked Dr. Amelia Ho to share w how they work, how safe they are, and how the two differ.
Pancreatitis in Dogs
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Pancreatitis in Dogs: A Condition We Keep Hearing About and How to Prevent It

  • Sarah Chong
  • September 10, 2020
Pancreatitis in dogs is getting more common. This may be due to more awareness and testing but more importantly, what we are feeding our dogs.
Dental Chews - Why we dont recommend it
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Dental Chews: Why We Don’t Recommend It

  • Vanillapup
  • June 20, 2020
Dental chews are marketed as a great way to improve your dog's dental health. But do they really help to keep teeth clean?
Dog Food Guide | Vanillapup
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Vanillapup Dog Food Guide

  • Vanillapup
  • February 6, 2020
What's the best diet for my dog? What's the difference between different dry dog foods? Do I need to add supplements? Learn more with our dog food guide!
Dog Paw Licking | Vanillapup
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Dog Paw Licking: How to Solve and Manage This Pesky Problem

  • Sarah Chong
  • August 15, 2019
If your dog has started licking her paws, don't brush it off! Here's how to determine the cause and how to treat it.
Dental Scaling Dogs | Vanillapup
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Dental Scaling for Dogs: Latte’s Teeth Got Cleaned For the 1st Time at the Vet

  • Vanillapup
  • July 18, 2019
Latte's first professional dental scaling experience! Learn more about the procedure, safety, and costs here.
Dog Suffering From Cancer | Vanillapup
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Infographic: Canine Cancer in Singapore

  • Sarah Chong
  • January 10, 2019
Cancer can hit anyone, including our pets. So, how do we prevent canine cancer and how can we detect and treat it early? Find the answers here!
Hiking With Dogs - My Snowdon Adventure With Luna | Vanillapup
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Hiking With Dogs: An Adventure on Mount Snowdon

  • Mike Payton
  • June 28, 2018
Hiking with your dog provides a fun opportunity to exercise and bond. Dog blogger, Mike Payton shares his adventure climbing Snowdon with Luna, his Cockapoo.
Dog Sterilisation: Should We or Should We Not Do It? | Vanillapup
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Dog Sterilisation: Should We or Should We Not Do It?

  • Sarah Chong
  • April 26, 2018
Dog sterilisation is such a routine surgery that most dog owners send their dogs for it without thinking twice. While sterilising your dog can reduce or eliminate the risks of accidental pregnancy, reproductive cancers, and pyometra, it is not without its cons.
Harmful dog shampoo ingredients | Vanillapup
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11 Potentially Harmful Dog Shampoo Ingredients

  • Vanillapup
  • April 16, 2018
Do you know what's in your dog's shampoo? Read the ingredients list. Some common shampoo ingredients may cause allergy, endocrine disruption, or even cancer.
Causes of Dog Skin Problems | Vanillapup
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Ask a Vet: Why Are So Many Dogs in Singapore Suffering from Skin Problems?

  • Vanillapup
  • March 5, 2018
At Gentle Oak, Dr. Lee Yee Lin's vet clinic, about 30-40% of her patients suffers from some form of skin issues. Similarly, we have seen at least a quarter of the dogs around us suffering from itchy skin or paws. Why are skin issues plaguing so many dogs in Singapore?
Dog in the Car During Rainfall | Vanillapup
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How to Protect Your Pets During and After Flooding

  • Vanillapup
  • August 31, 2017
Here's some useful information from Petplan on the health risks pets are exposed to during and after flooding and what you can do to protect them.
Dog Enjoying a Car Ride | Vanillapup
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[Infographic] Dangers of Leaving Your Dog in a Hot Car

  • Vanillapup
  • August 29, 2017
Did you know? A parked car can go as much as 10 degrees Celsius higher in a matter of 10 minutes. Never leave your dog in the car even if a window is open.
Pippin Having Pet Acupuncture | Vanillapup
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Vanillapup Chat: 20 Questions on Western Pet Acupuncture with Vet Acupuncturist Janielle Tan

  • Neo Kai Ni
  • August 24, 2017
In the world of pet acupuncture, there are the Chinese and also the Western approach. We spoke with veterinary acupuncturist Janielle to understand more.
Dog on bed | Vanillapup
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7 Dog Commands to Teach Your New Dog That Are Not Sit, Down, and Stay

  • Sarah Chong
  • August 16, 2017
Want to get started on training? Let's venture beyond the most common "sit", "stay", and "down" and see what other dog commands you should teach your pup!
Bad Dog Treats
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Here Are 8 Common Dog Treats You’ll Find in the Market And Why They Are Bad For Your Dog

  • Vanillapup
  • August 8, 2017
It's crucial to know what's in your dog's treats. Sometimes bad dog treats get recalled but there are still many out there that may harm your dog's health.
Help Your Dog Lose Weight | Vanillapup
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How to Help Your Obese Dog Lose Weight

  • Anna Stewart
  • July 20, 2017
Being overweight puts your dog at a higher risk of developing illnesses and diseases. Help your obese dog lose weight with these tips.
Operating Room - Pet Anaesthesia Safety | Vanillapup
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Ask a Vet: How Do Vets Make Sure That Anaesthesia is Safely Used on Pets?

  • Dr. Brian Loon
  • July 6, 2017
If your dog needs to undergo a procedure that requires general anaesthesia, here are the things you need to know and ask to ensure her safety.
10 Things Your Dog Groomer Wishes You Knew | Vanillapup
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10 Things Your Dog Groomer Wishes You Knew

  • Alex Chew
  • June 22, 2017
To ensure a great grooming experience for everyone, here are some things that your dog groomer may not tell you but would like you to know.
How to Tell When Your Dog Is in Pain | Vanillapup
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Ask a Vet: How to Tell When My Dog Is in Pain

  • Dr. Brian Loon
  • June 15, 2017
Dogs cannot tell us when they are in pain. So, any change in behaviour should be a red flag. Here are some signs of pain that mean it's time to see the vet.
Pet Fooled Documentary | Vanillapup
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Pet Fooled: 10 Things You Will Learn From This Documentary on Pet Food Choices

  • Vanillapup
  • June 13, 2017
With the help of Dr. Karen Becker and Dr. Barbara Royal, Pet Fooled provides important insights into the pet food industry and its impact on our pets' health.

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