What do adders look like and how common are bites?
Published: 03 May 2019
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With the weather warming up, adders are also coming out of their hiding places so you're more likely to come across one on walks with your dog. The European adder is the only venomous snake native to…
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Why do dogs wag their tails?
Published: 01 May 2019
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Dogs use their tails to communicate strong emotions. These can include happiness but also negative aspects such as agitation, annoyance and anger. This is important as many people are unaware that a…
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Paw-some news: we're launching in Oxfordshire!
Published: 15 April 2019
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We're barking from the rooftops about our new course location: Chilton, near Didcot in Oxfordshire. It's conveniently located for all dog lovers and dog professionals in Oxford, Newbury, Swindon,…
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Student spotlight: Lee Bates
Published: 19 March 2019
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This week we meet a student of ours, Lee, who was inspired to come on the course as preparation for the Tamworth Dog Owners walk in aid of a statue memorial to Staffordshire Sgt Watchman V that he…
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Potential poisons for dogs and other pets
Published: 13 March 2019
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Different animals can be poisoned by substances that would appear to be harmless. An example is chocolate, which is a toxin to dogs. With any poisoning case make sure you or anyone else will not be…
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Caring for your dog: paw problems
Published: 18 February 2019
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Injuries to paws are very common especially with dogs. Small thorns and stones can get stuck in pads or between pads. These can be removed using tweezers from as close to the skin as possible. As…
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Seizures in dogs
Published: 13 February 2019
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Seizures in dogs can be a frightening experience but if you know what is happening and how to deal with it, you are less likely to panic and will be able to deal with situation calmly. Take a look at…
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Learn First Aid for Dogs in Crawley
Published: 13 January 2019
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At First Aid for Dogs we are wagging our tails with excitement as we have our canine first aid course running in Crawley, West Sussex. Our dog first aid course is great for pet owners and pet and…
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Looking after your dog in cold weather
Published: 08 January 2019
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As the weather becomes colder and the roads, paths and fields are often icy there are added hazards around that can cause harm or discomfort to your dog. We've some top tips for keeping your pooch…
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Student spotlight: Nick and Martin
Published: 05 October 2018
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In this Student Spotlight, we have a double act: Nick and Martin Ayris Papworth, who live near Brighton in East Sussex. Not only are they dog owners, but they now run their own doggy business: Wags…
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