by Emma Hammett | Oct 22, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Carbon Monoxide Carbon monoxide is known as ‘the silent killer. It is a tasteless, colourless and odourless gas that can quickly lead to sickness and even death, in dogs or people exposed to it. Carbon monoxide bonds with the haemoglobin in red blood cells and...
by Emma Hammett | Oct 15, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Would you know what to do if you found your dog unconscious or not breathing? Have you ever wondered what to do if your dog suddenly collapsed in the middle of the park – would you know how to give your pet the best chance of survival? Many people in this...
by Emma Hammett | Oct 8, 2018 | Uncategorized |
What Seasonal Canine Illness is a potentially life-threatening disease with no known cause. It affects dogs that have been walked in woodland areas 1-3 days before becoming unwell. Symptoms start with vomiting, diarrhoea and lethargy. When Seasonal Canine Illness...
by Emma Hammett | Sep 24, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Pet Power Dogs are wonderful creatures bringing with them an enormous sense of friendship and trust. Research shows pet ownership can improve mental and physical health, lower blood pressure and reduce anxiety. This can be hugely beneficial not...
by Emma Hammett | Sep 17, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Dog flu – everything you need to know Canine influenza, just like human flu, is extremely contagious. In most cases, infected dogs will make a full recovery without needing to visit the vet. However, just as with humans, sometimes medication and hospitalisation...
by Emma Hammett | Sep 10, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Blue-Green Algae – the deadly danger for dogs Environmental Health often place blue green algae warnings around lakes, ponds and lochs. This warns members of the public not to enter the water, or let their dogs swim in or drink from it. Why? Because...
by Emma Hammett | Sep 3, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Every day, around seven postmen and women are attacked by a dog. This makes dogs a serious hazard, with some attacks leading to a permanent and disabling injury. The number of attacks rises during the summer holidays when children are off school and dogs are allowed...
by Emma Hammett | Aug 21, 2018 | Education |
Alabama rot – welcome breakthrough with this deadly disease. Scientists are optimistic they are winning the war against Alabama rot – a deadly disease affecting dogs. Alabama rot, also known as the ‘black death’ disease, is a rising concern amongst pet...
by Emma Hammett | Aug 8, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Concern is increasing about shared water bowls for dogs. Do they offer healthy hydration for our pets or are they just a source of shared germs? The dog water bowl has become a regular sight on the high street and in parks. You often spot them outside cafes, put...
by Emma Hammett | Jul 26, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Chiggers What are they? Chiggers are horrible little mites that are commonly found on meadows, golf courses, woodlands, parks and in grassland around lakes and rivers, that bite both humans and their pets. Where do they live? They thrive in wet, warm conditions,...
