Autumn hazards for dogs
Published: 13 September 2021
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With summer coming to its end for another year, we welcome the beautiful season of autumn. Whilst we may all enjoy the changing colours of the trees and snuggling down on the sofa as the nights draw…
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What do I need in my dog first aid kit?
Published: 31 August 2021
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Every dog owner should keep a pet first aid kit at the ready for emergencies. There are many available to buy ready made up but you might find you have most of the items needed at home already.…
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How to deal with a choking dog
Published: 18 August 2021
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Abdominal thrusts are often used if a dog is choking but you should only use abdominal thrusts if you are certain your dog is choking on a foreign object, as it can cause additional injury. The…
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What to do if you see a dog in a hot car
Published: 16 August 2021
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As responsible dog owners or professionals we know never to leave a dog in a car on a warm day, even if the car is in the shade or the windows are left open. Sadly there are still some people who…
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Keeping your dog cool in summer
Published: 12 August 2021
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With the weather warming up, now's the time to bone up on how to keep your dog cool this summer. Our top ten tips are below. Feel totally prepared in dealing with any canine emergency - whether heat…
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First aid for dogs: burns
Published: 29 July 2021
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Hopefully most burns are preventable, and you can find out more about accident prevention on our First Aid for Dogs course. However, here's some pointers as to how to deal with burns should your dog…
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What's a dog's normal heartrate?
Published: 15 July 2021
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It's always useful to know what your dog's normal heart rate should be so that you can recognise if it's beating faster or slower than usual. Here's a rough guide that should help you with a…
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Lungworm: prevention and treatment
Published: 01 July 2021
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The lungworm (Angiostrongylus vasorum) is a parasite. It can cause serious health problems in dogs and can even be fatal if not diagnosed and treated. It is carried by slugs and snails, and dogs can…
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What to do if you think your dog has heat stroke
Published: 07 June 2021
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What should you do if you think your dog is displaying signs of heatstroke? The following guidelines will help should your dog become overheated: Watch your dog for signs of overheating during the…
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Dog health alert: water intoxication, also known as hyponatremia
Published: 02 June 2021
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We heard from one of our students about an incident involving their pet dog who suffered from water intoxication, which is also known as hyponatremia. Here we hear from Amanda, whose dog Charlie was…
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