Benefits of Pets in Assisted Living: Having a furry, four-legged friend adds fun at home. It is true, especially for seniors who have been pet owners for a long time. Living with a pet offers many benefits to seniors, especially those suffering from Alzheimer’s. It helps to build self-esteem, lift spirits, and improve cognitive alertness. […]
Just like humans, it’s possible for pets to get diabetes. It can affect cats and dog and can show up in subtle ways so you need to be alert for symptoms. Diabetes tends to affect dogs and cats that are overweight. And just like people, pets can suffer from both type 1 and type 2 diabetes. […]
How to have a pet friendly Christmas: 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 your pet stays safe and stress-free this festive season. Candles Candles decorate many of our homes over Christmas, but […]
Safe car travel: – everything you need to know for you and your pet: 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 […]
Learn to help your pet if they choke, stop breathing or have a serious injury. Our 7 First Aid Tips could save your dog’s life and reduce their pain and suffering in a medical emergency. Dogs are inquisitive creatures and have no concept of danger. They are always chewing on things they shouldn’t be eating, […]
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The Novel Coronavirus (covid 19) is a highly virulent virus. It has been originally identified in Wuhan in the Hubei province of China in January 2020. The virus is highly contagious and has been swift to spread across much of the World. To avoid the spread of this disease, the UK Government has stated that […]
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Fireworks are exciting and eagerly anticipated by many people, yet for the majority of pets it can be a stressful and dangerous time. Pets have no idea that it is Bonfire night, New Year or some other celebration. All they know is that the world around them has suddenly become frightening and unpredictable. This year […]
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Christmas is potentially a very dangerous for your pets. Copious amounts of chocolate are around at this time of year. It starts on December 1st with chocolate filled advent calendars, followed by hanging chocolate decorations on the tree and finishes with huge tubs of chocolate that are traditionally passed around at Christmas. Whilst over-indulging in […]
Diabetes in dogs is incurable disease caused when the body stops making insulin. It is a relatively common condition in dogs and although it is costly to treat, pets can go on to enjoy full and happy lives. Left untreated however, diabetes can cause major problems for pets and they can suffer from other health […]
Environmental Health often place blue green algae warnings around lakes, ponds and lochs. This warns members of the public not to enter the water, or let their dogs swim in or drink from it. Why? Because this common problem can be fatal to your dog in as little as 15 minutes. Where you find it: […]