by Emma Hammett | Jan 14, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Winter comes with plenty of potential perils for your pet, from falling through ice on a frozen pond to being poisoned by antifreeze. Following our top tips should help you keep your pet fit and healthy throughout this colder period. Poisoning Risks:...
by Emma Hammett | Jan 8, 2019 | Uncategorized |
Research suggests that family pets are suffering and put at risk by smokers’ nicotine and smoke inhalation. It appears that animals inhale more smoke than humans, and digest nicotine deposits when licking their fur. Pets often snuggle up to their...
by Emma Hammett | Dec 10, 2018 | Uncategorized |
While Christmas is an exciting time of year for the family, it can be both stressful and potentially dangerous for your pet. Follow our top tips to make sure your pet stays safe and stress-free this festive season. Candles Candles decorate many of our...
by Emma Hammett | Dec 3, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Protect your pet from dangerous festive foodstuff this Christmas Christmas can be incredibly exciting for children, however it is potentially very dangerous for your pets. Copious amounts of chocolate are around at this time of year. It starts on December 1st...
by Emma Hammett | Nov 23, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Pet Blood Bank UK Pet Blood Bank UK is a charity that offers a canine blood bank. Launched in 2007, it is the only charity of its kind in the country. Run as a voluntary scheme just like the human blood bank service, dogs from all over the country give blood at one of...
by Emma Hammett | Nov 19, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Specially trained dogs offer support to those with post-traumatic stress disorder Service and therapy dogs have been providing vital help and support to those suffering from PTSD, helping them lead more independent and fuller lives and enjoy better...
by Emma Hammett | Nov 12, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Canine diabetes is incurable disease caused when the body stops making insulin. It is a relatively common condition in dogs and although it is costly to treat, pets can go on to enjoy full and happy lives. Left untreated however, diabetes can cause major problems for...
by Emma Hammett | Nov 4, 2018 | Uncategorized |
Medical detection dogs sniff out malaria from smelly socks! Exciting medical news shows dogs are proving their worth yet again, this time at the frontline of the war against disease. Specially trained dogs can already sniff out cancer, diabetes sugar changes and early...
by Gabrielle Johnson | Oct 26, 2018 | Uncategorized |
FIREWORKS Firework night is fun for lots of us, yet for many pets it can be a stressful and dangerous time. The animal charity Blue Cross reports a significant increase in pets bought into animal hospitals needing medication around Bonfire night, as well as...
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...
