Recommendations for healthy summer treats for dogs It isn’t surprising the temperature rising. During hot weather, it is important for both humans and pets alike to stay hydrated by ensuring we drink lots of water ab doter fluids Dogs and cats sometimes need to be encouraged to drink plenty of water so they stay hydrated…
Summer
Keep your pet safe from poisons in the Garden
Keep your pet safe from poisons in the Garden There are many species of flowers and plants around the garden that could cause your pet to become ill. Some may only cause a mild stomach upset, while others are dangerously poisonous. Dogs are naturally inquisitive creatures, and although they probably wouldn’t bother with a shrub…
Feeding tips for hot summer days
Have you noticed that your dog reduces his appetite during the hot summer days? Has your super, bouncy pet suddenly dropped from eating 4 meals a day to not eating at all, making his owner crazy with worry? Don’t be concerned, it’s quite normal for your pet to decide to eat a smaller amount of…
National Picnic Month
Having a pet-friendly picnic With the weather getting warmer and sunnier July is known for being the national picnic month Weather you are having a picnic in your local park for some beauty spot following government guidelines or in the garden with just the family it is important to remember that your dog will want…
Pets and pollen
Many pets suffer in the summer from pollen, just like their human companions. This can bring itchy eyes, paws, skin, sneezing etc., resulting in distress and suffering for those that have hay fever. Does your dog suffer from pollen allergy? The causes of pollen allergies in dogs is the same as t is in humans. …
Top Summer Dangers for Dogs Part Two
Part one of summer dangers for dogs can be found here ‘Hot spots’ (Moist eczema) “Hot Spots”, or its formal name, which is moist eczema, are quite common in dogs during summer months, even more so if a dog has dense fur and has regular baths. Most hot spots occur in areas that the dog…
Dogs and Snake Bites
We are quite lucky in the UK in that we don’t have many snakes. The grass snake which is haled and the European adder (Vipera berus) the only poisonous snake that can be found in the UK. Whilst we don’t see that many snakes, they do exist in the UK but both the grass snake…