**PUPPY PARENTS WANTED**
Training Assistance Dogs is incredibly rewarding to be involved in.
Here at Woofability we’re looking for enthusiastic and caring families or individuals in Dorset & Hampshire to help raise our puppies for a year – from 10 weeks to 14 months.
With your help, we can continue to transform more people’s lives.
To visit this site go to my links page http://woofability.com/ or Email: enquiries@woofability.org
Tel: 01202 814643
07790341721
I know how lucky I am working with my wonderful Four Paws Dorset dogs and their owners.
I hope that lots of you are doing what you are passion about too.
A STUDY of nearly 1.3m dogs has shown that brachycephalic breeds are less healthy even when it comes to conditions not commonly associated with flat-faced animals.
Among the finds were that dogs of 24 brachycephalic breeds were four per cent more likely to be the subject of insurance claims relating to intestinal problems and ten per cent for inflammation of the colon. Other conditions flagged up were irregular heartbeat (14 per cent), tooth extraction (11 per cent) and inflammation of the anal glands (21 per cent).
They are also more likely to get benign and malignant skin cancer, cystitis and pneumonia.
The study also recorded significant increases in the frequency of claims relating to eye problems; corneal ulcers were diagnosed so frequently that researchers considered excluding it from analysis, but it was included because corneal injuries are found commonly in dogs generally. Brachycephalic dogs were found to be three to four times more likely than other breeds to injure their corneas.
US insurance company Nationwide looked at claims made for dogs of brachycephalic and non-brachycephalic breeds over a nine-year period. Conditions linked to flat-faced animals such as narrow nostrils, elongated soft palate and a condition in which tissue within the airway is pulled into the trachea and partially obstructs airflow were excluded from the analysis, as were claims for accidents and infectious diseases.
In the US brachycephalic breeds are as popular as in the UK; the American Kennel Club lists Bulldogs, French Bulldogs and Boxers in its top ten most popular breeds of last year, and the Frenchie is the most popular in New York.
In the UK the Bulldog and French Bulldog are among the top ten of 2016 and the Frenchie is tipped to take over from the Labrador as most popular breed before too long.
Nationwide’s chief veterinary officer Carol McConnell said: “As with any good study we didn’t know what the answers would be… We believed, and still do, that we could add some light to the heat of these discussions and give everyone some good data to use in the important discussions of better health and better lives for all dogs.”
Starting from the Sika trail car park in Wareham Forest, Dorset, enjoy the Scenery of Wareham Forest on foot or by bike by following the tracked routes through the forest and across the heath.
The trail is generally flat with a couple of inclines and is suitable dog walkers, cyclists and general walkers of all ages and abilities. Please be aware of ground nesting birds and keep your dog under control and on a lead where appropriate.
For more information and map please visit: https://www.forestry.gov.uk/forestry/englanddorsetdorsetwoodlandswarehamforestsik…
A SUDDEN increase in snake bites has sparked a warning to dog owners.
Dave Cumber Vets is warning the public to be cautious when out walking their dogs after five were brought in to the surgery in recent weeks suffering from adder bites.
Kate Cumber from the veterinary surgery said that between February to October the vets usually see about two or three cases.
Kate said: “We have had five dogs bitten by adders brought to the surgery in the last couple of weeks.
“Adder bites are a medical emergency and can be fatal so you should act quickly if you think your dog may have been bitten.
“You may actually see the adder and your dog will almost certainly cry out as bites are painful.”There is usually severe swelling around the bite area and you may see two puncture wounds.
“Bites around the face and throat are particularly dangerous because of the swelling. If the bite is severe your dog may actually collapse.”
Kate added: “Early treatment is usually successful but the longer the delay the worse the prognosis. Dogs that have been bitten but not treated can go on to develop heart, kidney and liver failure over the next few days.
“Adders are the only poisonous snake in Britain and can be active between February and October especially during the warm summer months.
“They are quite common in Dorset, favouring open rough ground, heathland and the edge of woodland.
“They are easily told apart from grass snakes and slow worms by their distinctive, zig-zag markings and they can reach 70cm in length.
“Here at the surgery we generally see two or three cases a year, so seeing five cases in April is unusual.
“Four of those cases were along the Fleet and the fifth was at Hardy’s Monument so take particular care if you are walking in those areas.
“As in so many cases early action is the most important thing, so if you are worried give us a ring straight away.”
If you think your dog has been bitten:
Try and keep it as calm and still as possible
It is better to bring transport to the dog rather than making them walk back.Go straight to your vet.
Do not interfere with the wound or tie any sort of tourniquet because there is a danger of tissue damage around the bite.
Cancer symptoms in dogs
Lumps – Not all lumps and bumps are cancerous in dogs.
There are sebaceous cysts, lipomas and warts, all of which are benign but if you find any growth on your dog, do get it checked.
Four Paws Dorset doggies. Having fun in the garden!
It really is all about the dogs and helping them to feel happy and secure!
Love my job!
HIGH MEAD COUNTRY FAYRE
Saturday 13th May, High Mead Farm, Ferndown, Dorset BH22 9DR.
High Mead is a Therapeutic Farm, located in Ham Lane, Wimborne offering a range of activities for those with learning and physical disabilities, mental health issues and for disengaged youngsters. We’re also a volunteering hub for all generations.
High Mead Farm brings positive change to those who get involved, irrelevant of background or disability. We believe High Mead Farm offers the peace and tranquillity needed for sustainability in overall happiness, rehabilitation and recovery along with gaining new practical skills.
To find out more about this amazing place visit there website at http://www.highmeadfarm.org.uk/
Details – Sunday 7th May. 10am until 4pm.
Happy Days!
Four Paws Dorset doggies, just chilling!
