Dogs take up a lot of Ben Coster’s time, and he wouldn’t have it any other way. Ben depends on his team of dogs to work the livestock for Carwoola Pastoral Company, where he is the general manager. With three…
Heading away for the long weekend or school holidays camping is a rite of passage for most Aussies, and who better to share it with than family, friends and your four-legged best mate. However, just as some people aren’t as…
The team at Cobber were lucky enough to catch up with Western Australian ambassador James Carr while he, and wife Michelle, were over for the recent Melbourne Grand Prix. In honor of James’ visit for the Formula 1, we decided…
Our Aussie winters aren’t always as cold as other parts of the world however, we still experience some extreme temperatures that can affect the wellbeing and performance of our working dogs. During the drop-in temperature over the winter months it…
Do you need to brush up on you at home doggy dental care? Implementing a regular dental routine will help prevent your dog from developing harmful dental diseases later in their life, and can allow you to catch any sinister…
We all love our fur babies and want to provide them with the best nutrition to keep them in excellent shape and condition. When it comes to portion size of the main meal and the occasional treats during the days,…
We all love our fur babies and want to provide them with the best nutrition to keep them in excellent shape and condition. When it comes to portion size of the main meal and the occasional treats during the days,…
The Cobber Challenge has shown us that working dogs can run more than a marathon in a standard work day across some pretty rough terrain. They love working and pleasing their alpha (i.e. you!) and all they ask for is…
By Dr. Emma Bradbury PhD What is gut health? For dogs, just like humans their gut plays a major role in their immune system and good digestion. A healthy gut also helps maintain your dog’s overall health such as skin…
By Dr. Emma Bradbury, canine nutrition specialist at Ridley As we approach the warmest part of the year, I’m often asked questions as to how people can keep their working dogs in peak condition throughout the season. Do they have…
There are many factors that influence the overall health of your dog’s skin and coat; diet, grooming, seasonal changes and health status are just a few. Generally speaking a healthy coat will be soft and smooth, shiny but not greasy…
Dogs are well known for eating things that they shouldn’t, and this is especially true for puppies! As Easter approaches, be careful hiding chocolate in your house, as due to their excellent sense of smell, it makes it relatively easy…
There can be multiple reasons for changing your dog’s food including; Health reasons such as allergies or certain health conditions Weight related, your dog needs to lose or gain weight Changing in life stage Wanting to switch to a premium…
Diamond V Technology – Get more out of your dog feed – and your dogs There’s no question that your working dogs go the extra mile for you. In an average day, they can run further and work harder than…
The Australian summer can be brutal, with average temperatures reaching well over 36°C across a vast area of the interior. Farming in these conditions can be particularly tough – and unlike a lot of other people who work outside, you…
Bringing home a new puppy is an exciting time, but it also means a lot of new responsibilities. Taking care of the latest addition to your household isn’t always easy, particularly in the first 12 months. This article offers a…
Are there any harder workers than your dogs? In a standard day, your hardest workers can run over 60km, that’s more than a marathon. Over some pretty rough terrain, come rain, hail or shine. In human terms, that’s more than…