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Vipers and dogs: everything you need to know to save their life

29 April 2026

Vipers: a real risk when walking in the countryside Spring and summer are the perfect seasons for walks in woods, mountains and grasslands, and a great chance for our dogs to explore off-lead and enjoy sniffing all the scents of nature. But the great outdoors is also home to one of every dog owner’s most feared dangers: vipers. In Italy there are four different species of viper: the European Asp (Vipera aspis), the European Adder (Vipera berus), the Horned Viper (Vipera ammodytes) and the Meadow Viper (Vipera ursinii). Vipera aspis (credits) Vipera berus (credits) Vipera ammodytes (credits) Vipera ursinii (credits) Despite their terrible reputation, vipers are not aggressive animals: they generally only attack when threatened or startled. This is why

Dog Coat – Guide

21 April 2026

Protecting your dog from the elements is far from being just a trend! If the weather’s neither extremely hot nor freezing cold, a healthy dog with normal fur doesn’t usually need extra protection. However, puppies, elderly dogs, dogs with health issues, or dogs with little to no fur can quickly feel the cold in winter. A warming coat is also useful for active dogs, both for warming up before training and for staying warm after training. And, of course, raincoats are a great choice if you want to cut down the amount of drying and cleaning you need to do at home after wet walks! Axaeco raincoats and warm coats come in two different versions: one specifically designed for pet

How to Take Care of Your Dog’s Paws?

28 October 2025

Summary 1. Keep nails at an ideal length A dog’s nails are fascinating, functional structures that merit our care and attention. Made primarily of keratin, the same substance that makes up our own nails, a dog’s nails are actually an extension of their toe bone. What are the functions of a dog’s nails? Ideally, a dog’s nails should be just short enough that when the dog is standing still the nail doesn’t touch the ground but will make contact with terrain when the dog is on the move. This length allows the dog to use its nails effectively while reducing the risk of injury. Nails that are too long are vulnerable to damage, while nails that are too short lose

Dog Booties – Guide

4 September 2025

Healthy paws are essential for active dogs, and booties are a great way to protect them! Here’s a non-exhaustive list of situations when booties can be useful: Rigid dog shoes should be avoided, as they stop the dog from feeling the ground properly and are often too heavy, increasing the likelihood of them falling off. Booties should never interfere with how the toes make contact with the ground, which is why we offer two types of soft booties, made from different materials. Tibesti booties or Kipmik booties, which should you choose? Tibesti Booties Tibesti Booties are designed to keep your dog’s paws safe on dry land and rough surfaces all year round. Made of level 5 anti-cut material and dipped

How to Safely Enjoy Water Adventures with Your Dog

7 July 2025

Swimming is an excellent form of enrichment for our dogs and a great way for them to stay fit without putting strain on their joints! Activities in water are also a perfect way to cool down during the summer and, most importantly, to have fun together and create lovely memories. However, it’s important to remember that not all dogs are natural swimmers. If at first your dog doesn’t seem interested in swimming, don’t worry, it’s something that they can be taught! Forcing a dog into the water can have negative consequences, such as a loss of trust in you or a traumatic association with water. This can significantly slow down their progress in learning to swim and enjoying the experience.

Hydration of canine athletes by DVM Sergio Maffi

5 March 2021

To ensure that our dogs reach their full performance potential, we are used to focusing on the raw materials in their feed, the calories, and percentages of protein and fats. However there is one component of their diet which is often overlooked, and although it contains not a single calorie it is the most important part of what we feed our dogs…WATER! Click here for the full article.

Fun in the snow!

1 March 2021

Getting out into the snow with your dog can be great fun but there are a few things to bear in mind to keep your four-legged friend safe. Fluffy white piles of newly fallen snow are often irresistible for dogs and they’ll soon be off running and playing through the drifts. Sometimes your dog may be tempted to eat the snow, whether for fun, thirst or to cool down after a run. Unfortunately, swallowing snow can sometimes cause vomiting, diarrhoea, chills or other issues. If any of these problems arise in your dog, you should always contact your vet. Fresh snow can also cause problems with your dog’s paws, forming lumps or balls of ice. These can be very irritating

Health in focus! By Petter Karlsson

9 November 2020

WinterPad® cream offers excellent protection for the interdigital spaces and pads. It forms a waterproof and protective layer. Spread on sensitive areas of paws exposed to frost, snow, ice, mud, and uneven ground. Tested in harsh polar climates. “Hi, my name is Petter Karlsson.I have been using Winterpad for many years to keep my dog’s paws in good condition. I try to run dogs without shoes as much as possible, partly to reduce the risk of wrist damage and partly to reinforce their paw pads.Winterpad protects from the formation of ice on the paws and around the paws, but still allows the paws to remain strong and sturdy. I also sometimes use Winterpad in combination with booties. If you have

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