It’s not widely known, but grass seeds create one of the most common summer dangers that pets, particularly dogs, are confronted with during the summer months. The tiny grass seeds easily penetrate the animal’s skin and somehow burrow into the dog’s body. There are usually very few symptoms to show how your dog has been…
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Dog friendly locations
Dog-Friendly Summer Activities Do you feel guilty when you leave the house without your dog? There are now many dog-friendly summer activities more places where your dog is welcome. Some businesses welcome dogs and place a specific sign stating this, which are usually noted or advertised as “dog-friendly” venues. Now that the summer has arrived,…
Cooling down your dog
How to cool down your dog in this hot weather using damp towels Signs and symptoms of heatstroke and overheating dogs How can you help to bring his temperature down? Damp towels are very useful for instant cooling. As we are currently in the middle of a heatwave and making the most of the sunny…
Dogs and Picnics
How to stop your dog from gate-crashing picnics in the Park Have you ever been for a walk in the Park, only to be mortified when your dog runs off the lead, leaps onto someone’s picnic tablecloth, laid out neatly on the grass, and devours the quiche and the pork pies? I guess that now…
How to help your dog cope with the summer heat
The arrival of the summer sunshine can bring lots of fun times outside with your pet, but as the temperature rises, you need to take certain actions to keep them safe. Excessive heat can impact your dog, whether playing out in the garden, riding in your car, or walking to the park. Here are my…
Stinging Nettles and Dogs
Can stinging nettles hurt your dog As the weather warms up and new growth appears along the hedgerows and in the countryside, dog owners need to realise that it also heralds the beginning of stinging nettle season. Nettles of the stinging variety tend to grow in clusters, typically in areas of moist, uncultivated soil. They…
Hot cross buns! one a penny, two a penny ……. and your dog
The Danger of Feeding your Dog a Hot Cross Bun! Dog owners are advised not to give their dogs Hot Cross Buns this Eastertime, as this popular snack could poison them. This very dangerous treat contains toxic ingredients for our pets, such as nutmeg spice, lemon zest, sultanas and raisins. Easter is one of the…
Dog treats – Friend or Foe
Can you tell good dog treats from bad Dog treats? You only have to visit the Pet area of your local supermarket and view the vast array of pet treats on offer to discover how difficult it is to find one that is good for your dog. Major corporations appear to be more about the…