Dogs get heat exhaustion too
The number of dogs being rescued from locked cars in sizzling summer temperatures is making headline news but dogs can…
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Alabama Rot in dogs
There has been a lot of talk in the press recently about a ‘new’ disease that is affecting dogs up…
Dogs and Lyme disease
Dog walkers need to be aware of the dangers of Lyme disease, spread by ticks found in long grass and…
First aid for dogs: choking
Learning first aid for dogs could save your pet's life one day, says Emma Hammett. For many people, their dog…
The life cycle of a plastic bottle
We've all been told that we should recycle plastic bottles and containers. But what actually happens to the plastic if…
People need pets: how dogs can help children read
Dr Emma Vardy is speaking today at the Royal Society of Medicine’s meeting, People ‘need’ pets: exploring the psycho-social benefits…
The life and times of a therapy dog
Lara was adopted from Battersea Dogs Home and became a therapy dog by default due to my job as a…
How to help your dog if they get a thorn in their paw
February 20th is Love Your Pet Day and it’s a great day to show your love to your dog by…
How to help a choking dog
This video shows you how to help if your dog is choking. Empower yourself with the skills and confidence to…
Links between animal and human health
Animal and human health are intimately connected - think about avian influenza which is transmitted from birds to humans and…