1) Understand what is normal for your pet so you can quickly spot if something is wrong Help your dog to become accustomed to being examined, so that it becomes a normal part of petting and being with them. Gradually get them used to having their ears, skin, paws, gums and eyes examined, so that […]
URGENT HELP NEEDED – Do you know anyone who has used first aid to save their dog? Emma Hammett of First Aid for Life and First Aid for Pets, and a regular contributor to Hippocratic Post, has been approached by the BBC to feature on Morning Live. However, she needs one more case study to […]
While Christmas is an exciting time of year for the family, it can be both stressful and potentially dangerous for your pet. Follow our top tips to make sure you can have a pet friendly Christmas. Safety around Christmas decorations Candles Candles decorate many of our homes over Christmas, but wagging tails from excited dogs […]
Bank holidays, half terms and the summer holidays often involve travel whether for a holiday, a trip to the beach or to a visit to friends and family. This year in particular many people are planning staycations. As humans we all know we need to wear our seatbelts in the car and that moving around […]
In the UK, 52% of adults own at least one pet. Frankly, this is no surprise: animals are adorable, loving, and a special member of every household. But as well as being great for cuddles and company, spending time with our furry friends can have a wide range of advantages for both our physical and mental health. […]
There are many foods loved by pet owners and by their dogs – that can make their pets very ill! Examples include grapes, sultanas, avocados, peaches, plums, macadamia nuts and ice cream. However, at this time of year the food to be most wary of is…. chocolate. With human chocolate in abundance at this time […]
Heart attack prediction using AI is on the horizon: Revolutionary technology designed to accurately predict heart attacks will be showcased on Tuesday at Melbourne’s premier science event, the Bionics Institute 2022 Graeme Clark Oration. Developed by international researcher Professor Natalia Trayanova (Johns Hopkins University, USA), the artificial intelligence and bioengineering tool could prove to be […]
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What to do if your dog is hit by a car? Dogs and cats are unpredictable. They can suddenly run into the road if scared or dash across street if distracted by something on the other side. Additionally, being low to the ground means pets are often out of the direct line of vision of […]