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Rock salt and anti-freeze poisoning – Protect your pet
As the weather grows colder it is important that we pay attention to some substances that could be potentially life threatening poisons to your pets. Two things to look out for at this time of year are antifreeze and rock salt. Antifreeze As the temperature...
Top Tips: Driving safely with animals
Each year road safety week, focuses on accident prevention and safe driving. However, one aspect of road safety which is often ignored is driving when accompanied by your pets. The safety of pets is less widely publicised – yet the results can be...
Seizures in pets – What to do and how to help
The medical term for a fit or convulsion is a seizure, which occurs when there is a sudden burst of electrical activity in the brain causing a temporary disruption of the normal messaging processes, that causes dog’s muscles to contract and relax rapidly. Observation...
Fireworks – Reducing Stress for your Pet
A recent survey by the RSPCA revealed that 45% of dog’s display signs of fear at the sound of fireworks. Similarly, cats and other animals find this time of year extremely distressing. It is particularly important to keep your pet safe and happy during this...
Halloween Safety- Keeping your pets safe from chocolate poisoning
Halloween Safety- Keeping your pets safe from chocolate poisoning Keep your Pets Safe this Halloween While Halloween can be incredibly exciting for children, it can be potentially very dangerous for your pets with copious amount of chocolate left around. Chocolate...
Emergency Tips and Techniques That Could Save Your Dog’s Life
Emergency Tips and Techniques That Could Save Your Dog’s Life 1. Know your dog: Changes in behaviour such as change in appetite, bowel movements and even smell can indicate that there is something seriously wrong with your pet. Know the key indicators to look out for...
Smokey Paws – pet-sized oxygen masks saving pets in fires
In the UK, it is estimated that over 46% of households have a pet. There are approximately 40,000 house fires a year and pets are therefore frequently caught up in fires and become victims of smoke inhalation. The UK charity Smokey Paws aims to prevent pets dying from...
15 indicators that your pet should see a vet!
15 indicators that your pet should see a vet When your pet has an accident or is ill it can be incredibly difficult to assess how serious it is and whether it is necessary to involve the Vet. Often the best advice is if in doubt, seek veterinary attention. However,...