RSPCA (England & Wales), we’ve hit 50,000 signatures! If you are one of the 50,000 people who have signed our petition to protect puppies in England – thank you so much for taking action. Together we can make a difference. If you haven’t yet added your voice, you can do so here: rspca.org.uk/puppytrade. Thank you.
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Dog walkers have been issued a warning after an oily substance that could harm their pets washed up on beaches in the New Forest. Lepe Country Park said that it believed the substance was palm oil, which can be toxic to dogs and other animals. New Forest District Council says it has had reports of the waxy mineral oil type substance, including at Lepe Country Park....
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Thorncombe Woods This is a great place to walk your dog, on or off the lead, with all it’s different terrain it makes for an interesting walk. The dogs will love exploring, finding new smells and running through the leaves. Directions: By road: from the east, turn off the A35 east of Dorchester at the Higher Bockhampton junction. From the west/Dorchester town...
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Here are Ella and ToTo learning to share their toys! These soft dog toys are perfect for ToTo and Ella loves to play fetch with them! Puppies will chew a lot so a good selection of different toys/chews is important. I alternate so ToTo doesn’t get bored with them. Remember teething can be a painful time for your puppy so I leave a safe chew with ToTo all the...
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AS DORSET pet owners welcome in the New Year, one of the biggest shake-ups is set to transform dog ownership in the next few months. Strict new laws introduced in April will make it compulsory for all dogs in England to be microchipped. Owners failing to do so could be fined as part of the new rules, which have been broadly welcomed by animal welfare charities. According...
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Road Traffic Accidents. Avoid sudden movements/noise. Gently reassure the dog verbally. Human safety is paramount. Keep the dog as warm and dry as possible and transport to vets asap.
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Here is Billy the Dog post-op. When Billy, a stray Sprocker, arrived in our care it was immediately obvious that his eye needed serious medical attention. Billy was suffering with “Cherry Eye”. In the corner of the eye in dogs and cats, there is a membrane called the third eyelid (nictitating membrane). It is like the windscreen wiper of the eye and it has a...
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Never give human medicine to your dog unless prescribed for it by your Vet. Many will do more harm than good.
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Having fun on their walk at Cannon Hill Woods, Colehill, nr Wimborne. These 2 are having a great time running about in the woods. Such a happy dog! Love to see this! Also, we always meet lots of other dogs, which is great for socialising.
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The Latest on Vaccination SHARE ON: byW. JEAN DODDS, DVM FEATURED IN ANIMAL WELLNESS MAGAZINE ~ VOL. 16 ISSUE 3 vaccination We’ve known about the risks of over-vaccination for awhile now, though many veterinarians, trainers, boarding kennel operators and others still promote yearly boosters. Learn which vaccines are really necessary, and when, and how to protect your...
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Do not offer food or drink to a dog that has been injured incase anaesthetic is needed.
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Here is Archie having a wonderful time in the woods! Dogs love to sniff and discover new smells!
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(Ella my Border Terrier at 12 weeks). Ella is 6 now and still acts like a puppy, love her! Walking a puppy can often give owners a dilemma. To work out how long to walk your puppy for, start with our general rule then consider your own dog’s circumstances. A general rule when walking a puppy is five minutes per month of age. This suggestion is particularly good for...
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If a dog is drowning, never risk your own safety by going in after it. Look for a long branch or fishing rod that you could hook under the dog’s collar or harness.
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Go on treat yourself smile emoticon Our January sale continues! Huge savings across hundreds of lines with plenty of bargains to be had – be quick! Go to links to visit this site.
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A DOG owner from Weymouth has hit out at an animal rescue centre for the state of the dog he received from them. Angry Idris Martin said he was shocked to find out the litany of problems the dog had after getting it from Dorset Dog Rescue which has been accused of mistreating dogs and illegal dog smuggling. As reported in the Echo, Dorset Police are investigating the...
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If your dog has been involved in a fight it must always be checked over by a Vet. Puncture wounds can be very hard to spot.
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I am so happy that Rudy has gained in confidence and now happily greets most dogs on our daily walks. Here he is saying ‘Hello’ to a dear little poodle called Red. Well done Rudy!
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Dog owners are being urged not to throw sticks for their pets to fetch after an increase in “horrific injuries”. Grace Webster, president of the British Veterinary Association in Scotland, told The Times: “Throwing sticks for your dog can be dangerous and lead to horrific injuries that can be very distressing for both you and your dog, such as causing...
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Archie was having a wonderful time on his dog walk today. We were walking along a farm track when Archie suddenly dived into the bank. He probably smelt a rabbit! Archie is nearly a year old now and is doing really well with his training and his natural instincts are growing. Scenting being one of them! Archie you are simply adorable!
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Ella decided to get her toy safely away from ToTo, her puppy. One minute she was running about with it teasing her and the next minute up on the stool. Ella always looks serious! She just can’t be bothered with photographs – love her!
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15 Winter Care Tips For Your Dog by Dr Ashwani Kumar Singh in Holistic Care Does your dog love the winter or would he rather cuddle up on the couch under a cozy blanket? Either way, you should be prepared to protect him when he ventures out into the elements. Many dog owners live with the misconception that because their pets have a coat of fur, they can tolerate the...
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The third Monday of January is typically known as ‘Blue Monday’ – the most depressing day of the year. So, hopefully this picture will put a Smile on the faces of all you dog lovers out there!
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A DOG has proved one man’s trash is another’s treasure after collecting rubbish while out for a walk – and recycling it. By LEDA REYNOLDS PUBLISHED: 13:09, Mon, Jan 18, 2016 | UPDATED: 13:23, Mon, Jan 18, 2016 Paris the dog and rubbish. Paris the dog has a passion for recycling. Fran Hodges has dubbed her pet pooch Paris as a “one-dog recycling machine” after...
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Here is Max looking very smart in his coat! Even a cold rainy day like today doesn’t stop us getting out for our regular dog walk.
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Article in Animal Wellness Magazine – Carolyn Campbell. Go to links to read more.
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I can personally recommends Burns. It is the only dry dog food option I will feed my Border Terriers. Go to links to visit the website. About Burns Pet Nutrition. How it all began… When I repeatedly saw the same pet health problems in my veterinary surgery I realised that there must be a common factor and research rapidly indicated that poor quality diet was at fault. In...
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Wanted to share this dog cartoon. Think it will make you Smile!
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My dog walk today with Archie was such fun! Archie’s first experience of ice, on frozen puddles! After a few tentative sniffs Archie tried to eat it. Bless him! I kept Archie’s lead on just in case, as some of the puddles were large and deep under the ice!
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