What to do if you see a dog in a hot car
Published: 04 May 2021
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As responsible dog owners or professionals we know never to leave a dog in a car on a warm day, even if the car is in the shade or the windows are left open. Sadly there are still some people who…
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Signs of an adder bite and how to deal with it
Published: 19 April 2021
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Unfortunately some dogs will get bitten by adders when out exploring on walks. You can tell whether a snake is an adder by looking at our earlier blog post. If you fear your dog has been bitten,…
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Three tips for better handling your dog
Published: 16 April 2021
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Having an obedient dog means they're less likely to put themselves in risky situation, as you have better control over them. In turn this means they're less likely to have accidents. Take a look at…
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Puppy proofing your home
Published: 09 March 2021
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If you are thinking about getting a puppy or older dog, it is worth taking a few moments to think about “dog proofing” the house, to help avoid accidents for your new pet and to help keep your bel…
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Internal bleeding in dogs
Published: 04 March 2021
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Internal bleeding is a form of potentially life-threatening blood loss, where blood pools in the abdominal or chest cavity, but does not result in visible blood in the stool or bleeding from the…
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Assessing an injured pet
Published: 04 March 2021
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If something happens to your pet you will be in a rush to help. Rushing in too fast may put you and the animal at risk. First aid at the scene, whether it is with animals or humans, should follow the…
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How pets show pain
Published: 01 March 2021
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We cover a comprehensive range of topics on our First Aid for Dogs course including how you can tell when a pet might be in pain. Of course, a pet cannot talk to you so they show pain in other ways.…
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Seizures in dogs
Published: 11 February 2021
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Seizures in dogs can be a frightening experience but if you know what is happening and how to deal with it, you are less likely to panic and will be able to deal with situation calmly. Take a look at…
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What is Alabama Rot?
Published: 05 February 2021
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Alabama Rot has become a potential risk for dogs in the last few years. The disease’s actual name is Cutaneous and Renal Glomerular Vasculopathy (CRGV), but is commonly known as ‘Alabama Rot’. This is a …
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Essential health checks for your dog
Published: 07 January 2021
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Learning First Aid for Dogs is a great way to feel prepared if illness or accidents occur. However, by also knowing what is "normal" for your dog, you can easily identify abnormal signs.…
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