So Zoe can you tell me a bit about yourself I started my veterinary nurse training when I was 16, qualified in 1996 and have continued in the profession ever since. I currently juggle my time between running my own business ‘The friendly pet nurse’, working night shifts at a local Orthopaedic referral centre, studying…
Articles from March 2018
Finchley Dog Walker supports “Respect the Lead” campaign
This campaign was created by Zoe Blake, The Friendly Pet Nurse, to raise awareness around the importance while dog walking, of good lead etiquette. You may already have heard of the Yellow Dog UK campaign, a charity raising awareness for dogs that may be being rehabilitated, recovering from surgery, or while training to give them…
Mothers’ Day gifts that may pose a danger to our pets
When we are all spoiling our lovely Mothers and Mums this weekend, remember that your dog is likely to be at home too and in on the action, investigating the wrapped presents, sniffing the flowers and attempting to eat the delicious chocolates. As responsible pet owners, we need to be aware of the dangers that…
Rock Salt / Grit
The dangers to our dogs from Rock Salt and Dogs paws We are currently in the middle of a freezing cold weather snap, with many pavements and roads covered in snow and ice. Local councils often use Road Grit and Rock Salt to keep the pathways clear for pedestrians to use them safely, but what…