We were delighted that Jeremy Paxman chose our first aid course to learn how to help his precious dog Derek. He really enjoyed the course and the other attendees loved having him there too. He was extremely enthusiastic, thrilled with the improvised muzzles....
How to help if your dog is choking: One of the most popular topics that we always cover on our First Aid for Dogs courses, is how to help a choking dog. Unfortunately, dogs frequently choke. This is because dogs are inquisitive and will often chew on anything they can...
What to do if your dog (or cat) is hit by a car It is every pet owner’s worst nightmare and something we are often asked to help with – what should you do if your dog or cat is hit by a car? Dogs and cats are unpredictable. They can suddenly run into the road if...
Walking your dog is good for you and has also long been linked to a lower risk of heart disease. It can help increase leg strength in older people and consequently should make them less at risk of falls overall. But beware of dog walking injuries… However, new...
Medical Dogs | Office dogs and Dogs at Google HQ Lucy (our marketing communications manager) and I visited the Google HQ in Kings Cross, London, to attend a special workshop. The Google building, as expected, was incredible. One of the first things we encountered in...
Fireworks – top tips to keep your pet safe and stress free around fireworks Fireworks are exciting and eagerly anticipated by many people, yet for the majority of pets it can be a stressful and dangerous time. Pets have no idea that it is Bonfire night, New Year or...
Can acorns kill dogs? Beware of these autumn dangers… Children love collecting conkers and acorns, but can acorns kill dogs? Did you know that both of these autumnal produce can both prove deadly to your dog? If your pet ingests these nuts, they could become...
Finding your dog unconscious or not breathing is every pet owner’s worst-case scenario. So why not take a few minutes to learn emergency first aid for your pet and equip yourself with skills to help them. Watch out informative video here on how to perform CPR...
Dogs are playful creatures and love nothing more than rough and tumble with other dogs. However, sometimes this rough play can become more aggressive and dogs can bite each other. Occasionally dogs will attack each other without obvious reason. Here’s what to do if...
The Health benefits of pet ownership for older people How pets make great companions for older people and why they bring many health benefits: Dogs are wonderful creatures the bring with them an enormous sense of friendship and trust. Research shows pet ownership can...
