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First Aid - What to do in a pet emergency

First Aid - What to do in a pet emergency

Knowing what to do in an emergency with your pet could literally save their life. As summer approaches, our pets will often be out and about with us and may be more likely to get themselves into tricky situations where they may need first aid before we are able to get them to a vet.  According to the Blue Cross, the most common emergencies are: heat stroke, bee stings, broken bones or eating toxic substances. The animal charity offers owners some essential tips for avoiding tragedy in case the worst happens. Of course prevention is better than cure so always be...

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What to do if your dog is stung by a wasp or a bee

What to do if your dog is stung by a wasp or a bee

As the weather warms up it is good to get outside more with our pets and enjoy the sunshine - but the warm weather can also bring some hazards too. Park authorities nationwide have reported an unprecedented amount of littering and it is important to make sure that your pup is not chewing on discarded cigarette ends or fast food wrappings on your daily walk as these can be extremely harmful. The increase in litter has also brought an increase in insects, including wasps which also pose a danger to your pet. But do you know what to do if...

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