Hypothermia in dogs – everything you need to know

Hypothermia is defined as the point at which the core body temperature falls below 37°C. Hypothermia will occur if your dog gets too cold and is most common if they have been in freezing water, even for a few minutes. Keep your dog on a lead near frozen ponds. If they fall in NEVER be tempted […]

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Raynaud’s affects nipples too

Most people know that Raynaud’s affects fingers and toes, but the circulatory disorder can also cause painful nipples, as one female medic found out when she started breast feeding. I started suffering from painful hands and feet during cold snaps in my late teens and early 20s, but despite the fact I was studying medicine, […]

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Time to talk about Raynaud’s disease

Around 10 million people in the UK suffer from Raynaud’s disease, which affects blood circulation, causes some areas of the body, such as fingers and toes, to feel numb or cold in response to changes in temperature or stress. It doesn’t usually cause serious problems, but some people may feel a great deal of pain […]

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