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Our Guide to Knowing The Dangers of Corn and When You Should Visit Your Local Vet
We all love to share a delicious BBQ with our furry friends, but is it really safe to share some of our favourites, such as corn on the cob, with them? Here we explore the potential risk factors of sharing our classic summertime favourite with our dogs.
Vet Amanda takes us through her typical working day.
5:45 AM - I wake up, grab some coffee, and enjoy breakfast with my two dogs, Moose and Fern. I get ready and leave the house no later than 7 am as I do have about an hour commute on weekdays.
Many dog owners enjoy spending time at the beach, allowing their furry friends to frolic in the waves and enjoy the sun. While the beach can be a fun and refreshing experience, it's important to be aware of the potential dangers, including saltwater poisoning.
Lilies are a favourite flower of many, often adorning our homes and gardens. However, many pet owners are unaware of the significant danger these flowers pose to their beloved furry friends.
There are an estimated 900,000 pet rabbits in the UK. Rabbits can make excellent pets if kept in an environment that meets their unique needs and if they are cared for appropriately. Rabbits are highly intelligent and inquisitive creatures that all have individual personalities.
It's important to know that there are ways to walk your dog in the rain comfortably for both you and your dog. Dogs have sensitive senses, and the sound and smell of rain can be overwhelming for some.
While summer brings plenty of outdoor adventures and quality time spent with your pets, it also presents some unique hazards that pet owners need to be aware of.
For the month of May we are celebrating our wonderful veterinary nurses and what empowers them to be great at what they do.
Pets, just like humans, can suffer from allergies. Allergic reactions in pets are often caused by environmental factors, such as pollen or dust as well as certain foods or insect bites. As a pet owner, it's important to be aware of the common allergies in pets and the symptoms they may experience.
The majority of the nation (including ourselves in Leeds) gets excited to be eating Easter eggs or chocolate for breakfast, lunch, or dinner or perhaps all three! But we need to careful and ensure our pets don’t get a hold of any, as chocolate could be dangerous for our animals, especially dogs!