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How to help your choking dog
Choking occurs when something gets stuck in the back of the throat and blocks the airway. When the airway is partially blocked the animal may start retching, pacing back and forth and pawing at their mouth. If their airway becomes totally blocked they may be unable to...
How Learning CPR Could Save Your Pet’s Life
This article was updated in 2024 with the RECOVER guidelines, available here. 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...
Dog Heat Exhaustion Warning: What You Need to Know
The summer is on its way and on hot days it is extremely important to know, not only spot the signs of heat exhaustion in your dog, but also how to prevent it happening in the first place. Imagine sitting in the beautiful sunshine on a roasting hot summer day,...
Travelling With Pets : Top Tips for Safe and Happy Holidays
If you are travelling with your pet and want to get the most from your summer, read our top tips for safe and happy holidays: The holidays are here and for pet parents it is vital that your pet has the best time too. Read our top tips to ensure your whole family gets...
How A Defibrillator Might Save Your Precious Pet’s Life
What is a defibrillator (AED) and how does it work? An AED is an Automated External Defibrillator designed for humans (but developed by testing it on dogs!). A defibrillator delivers an electric shock that stops the heart and enables the heart’s back up pacemaker...
CPR for dogs – how to save your pet’s life
Updated with RECOVER guidance as of October 2024. 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. The sense of...
Why Bloat is so dangerous for your dog
Bloat, also known as gastric dilation, is where the stomach fills up with air or food. Torsion/ volvulus is a progression of this when the stomach turns around itself, misplacing the spleen. This cuts off the blood supply, which leads to shock which is fatal. Bloat is...
Poisoning in Cats – How to Prepare, Not Panic
Cats are quite curious animals and that can unfortunately result in them consuming something toxic. Whether it’s a household plant, a seemingly harmless food, or a common cleaning product, many everyday items pose a serious risk to our feline friends. Knowing...