Dog Tip for Today. Suspected poisoning. Always consult a Veterinary Professional, if possible giving them the packaging/sample of plant/full details of the poison.
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Dogs Dewclaws, should we remove them? “Do the Dew” …should we or shouldn’t we? M. Christine Zink DVM certainly gives food for thought in her articles, but she’s not talking about that well known bright yellow soft drink, instead she’s talking about dewclaws and the fairly common practice of removing these. Dr. Zink exposes us to her concern about the long term...
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Here is Archie in his bed at home, looking very pleased with himself. We had just returned from our dog walk, exploring the Poor Common at Longham, nr Wimborne. Having the sun shining made it particularly nice. Welcome back Archie. I missed you!
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Studland Stomp (Dorset) 13th Mar 2016 13:00 Get stomping to support our animals. Come along with your dogs, or with friends and family, or even just come on your own. Our Studland Stomp provides a fantastic opportunity to meet new people (and new dogs) and it’s also a great chance to meet some of our lovely rescue dogs who’ll be joining the walk. The stroll is...
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Lambing Season. Please walk your dog responsibly. Keep to Footpaths. Keep Dogs on leads.
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Hearing Dogs for Deaf People. Pre-registered walkers with a dog will be presented with a limited edition Great British Dog Walk bandana. Join us for The Great British Dog Walk at 19 beautiful National Trust sites across the UK. Fun for all the family – and kids and dogs go free! great Only two weeks until the Great British Dog Walk 2016 starts! We’ll be...
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Margaret Green Animal Rescue. Free Micro Chipping For Dogs (Dorset) 25th Feb 2016 11:00 – 15:00 We are offering free micro chipping for your dog in conjunction with Purbeck Council at UPTON COMMUNITY CENTRE CAR PARK between 11am and 3pm on Thursday 25th February 2016. Free Micro Chipping For Dogs (Dorset) 6th Mar 2016 10:00 – 15:00 We are offering free micro...
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A flying dog? It’s not so barking! TV experiment which aims to train the world’s first canine pilot Alfie the adorable lurcher-collie is training to be the first canine pilot The bizarre challenge is part of a TV experiment called ‘Dogs Might Fly’ It aims to show the intelligence of man’s best friend by teaching them how to control an...
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Start: Badbury Rings car park off B3082 Wimborne-Blandford road (grid ref ST962032), Alternative start for dog-walkers, B3082 car park opposite ‘Sturminster Marshall’ turning (grid ref ST966023) and taking bridleway-track north End: Badbury Rings car park Country: England County: Dorset Type: Country Ordnance Survey: OS Landranger 195 Difficulty: Medium...
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Picture to make you Smile for the weekend! Dogs ready for a Friday night out! Aren’t these two so cute!
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The Animal Health Trust, a highly respected veterinary institution, has issued a warning that some imported “jerky treats” may be highly toxic to dogs. A public warning from the AHT does not happen often, and deserves to be taken very seriously. There have been a number of pet food scares in North America and Australia in the past decade, but to date, the UK has managed...
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Police have deliberately run over a dog running loose on a road, saying they had “no alternative” way to minimise risk for motorists. But what are the rules on such incidents, asks Justin Parkinson. The foxhound was on the A55. A car and a lorry had to swerve to avoid it and one officer was bitten as he tried to catch it, according to police. In the end, they...
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Our early morning Dog Walk by the River Stour, Wimborne. Just such a beautiful sunny morning and there are now a few picnic tables and benches on the river bank accessed via Station Road by Wimborne Market. Dream Boats Boat Hire is based here. Can’t wait for the summer to picnic with my dogs!
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Here is Four Paws Cat Zebbie, interrupting my report writing by lying right on top of the notebook to get a stroke and cuddle! Zebbie is a very affection Cat! Love him!
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One of the most rewarding parts of my job as a Dog Walker … here is Four Paws Dog Diesel giving me an affectionate kiss! Diesel you’re a sweetheart!
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Cat neutering. Of cos this it is just as important for dogs! Getting your girl cat spayed To protect her from getting pregnant, your cat will need to go the vet to have a simple operation called spaying (also known as ‘fixing’, ‘neutering’ or ‘being done’). When your girl cat is about four-months-old, she will start to attract the attention of tomcats who’ll want...
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Eye injuries should be treated with saline solution so as not to upset the pH balance of your dog’s eye.
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Dog picture to make you smile this Monday morning! How adorable is this puppy!
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Dog Charity Waggy Tails Rescue Dorset is holding a Quiz Night on Friday 26th February. Quizzers one and all, come along to the Arts University, Bournemouth for a great Quiz night. Fish & Chip supper included. See attached poster. Tickets £10 in advance only. Tel 01202 285828. Registered Charity No: 1114957. http://www.waggytails.org.uk/
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Four Paws Dorset is very excited to announce that Dog Agility Classes will be starting soon!
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A woman has issued a warning to pet owners after a popular garden plant she bought on Groupon killed one of her dogs and left the second fighting for life. Gill McClung, 47, paid £29.99 for two King Sago palms without realising they contain a toxin that is highly poisonous to animals. The only warning on the packaging said ‘not for consumption, for decorative...
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A great Dog Walk this time of year as it’s less busy than the Summer months and dogs can be off the lead! Although famous for its naturist beach, Studland stretches for 3 miles and is a popular spot for families in the summer (the naturist beach is only in the centre section of the beach). You can also walk from Studland to Swanage, past Old Harry Rocks. Studland...
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Ella and ToTo, two dogs looking very comfy indeed!
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Hearing Dogs Charity Organisation. Hi, I’m Fred and can you tell how happy I am that it’s the weekend! See my amazing ears. They’re mine for now but in time they will be someone else’s. Also, I could save a life one day. If the smoke alarm goes off I can alert my owner. How amazing will that be!
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Nurturing by Nature Tel. 01202 625728 / 872177 http://www.nurturingbynature.co.uk/ Or find in Links …
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Here is Four Paws Dog Diesel enjoying his bone after our walk today. We walk different routes around Wimborne. Diesel is looking amazing. I think the hills we do are really helping him tone up and his stamina is so much better. Mine too! Diesel you are adorable and such a gentle Dog!
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My Dog Walk today with Archie was wonderful! I think the sunshine definitely helped as Archie was particularly full of fun and I think he loved feeling the warmth on his coat. Here he is nosing about in the leaves discovering lots of interesting smells. Days like this remind me (not that I need it!), how much I love my job as a Dog Walker and how lucky I am to be...
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Cute Dog picture to make you Smile! These Wellies are far too clean and definitely need a good dog walk to get muddy!
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If your dog suddenly becomes swollen around the mouth, lips or feet it could have been stung by a bee or wasp. Other symptoms may include drooling, vomit, itchiness, pain at the the site of the sting, pawing at the mouth and/or difficulty breathing. Apply cool water and ring the Vet immediately.
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A dog, thought to be from Wales, has been found freezing and alone at a bus stop north of Fareham. The Dalmatian, named Harvey, also had severe diarrhea and was so weak he could barely lift his head or wag his tail. Vets even struggled to register the three year old’s temperature because he was so cold. Inspectors say he was found near Shedfield Common and taken to...
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