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Xylitol is Highly Toxic to Dogs
In humans, Xylitol is absorbed slowly and has no measurable effect on insulin production. Unfortunately, the same cannot be said about dogs.
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Heatstroke article by the RSPCA
Heatstroke means a dog could soon lose consciousness and experience internal organ failure.
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Dogs die in hot cars by the RSPCA
Never leave your dog alone in a car on a warm day. If you see a dog in distress in a hot car, dial 999.
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Alabama Rot Confirmed In Brecon
Dog owners have been urged to stay vigilant after a case of fatal disease Alabama Rot was confirmed in Brecon.
Mainly around Brecon showground and longer walks up Mynydd Illtud.
The first sign of the disease is usually a skin sore which is not caused by a known injury. These are most commonly found just below the elbow or knee, or on the nose of the dog.
It is believed the condition may be picked up from woodland mud, so dog owners are advised to wash any mud off immediately.
For more information about Alabama Rot please visist the Blue Cross
Mainly around Brecon showground and longer walks up Mynydd Illtud.
The first sign of the disease is usually a skin sore which is not caused by a known injury. These are most commonly found just below the elbow or knee, or on the nose of the dog.
It is believed the condition may be picked up from woodland mud, so dog owners are advised to wash any mud off immediately.
For more information about Alabama Rot please visist the Blue Cross
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About Alabama Rot
> Alabama rot causes skin lesions and can cause fatal kidney disease
> The cause of Alabama rot is unknown, but most dogs that need treatment have been walked in muddy, woodland areas
> If you notice symptoms of Alabama rot, such as lesions, sores or ulcers on your dog’s legs, paws or face, contact your vet immediately
Alabama rot is a disease that damages blood vessels in the skin and kidneys. It causes blood to clot in the vessels which damages the lining and the delicate tissues of the kidneys.
This causes ulcers on a dog’s skin, but sadly it causes kidney failure in the kidneys, which can be fatal.
It can affect any dog of any breed, age, or size.
The majority of dogs who have been treated for Alabama rot in the UK have been walked in muddy and/or woodland areas.
More cases are reported between November and May than between June and October, which suggests the dogs are more likely to be affected in winter and spring.
The earlier this disease is caught and treated by a vet, the higher the chances of recovery.
To read the full article please visit the Blue Cross Website
> The cause of Alabama rot is unknown, but most dogs that need treatment have been walked in muddy, woodland areas
> If you notice symptoms of Alabama rot, such as lesions, sores or ulcers on your dog’s legs, paws or face, contact your vet immediately
Alabama rot is a disease that damages blood vessels in the skin and kidneys. It causes blood to clot in the vessels which damages the lining and the delicate tissues of the kidneys.
This causes ulcers on a dog’s skin, but sadly it causes kidney failure in the kidneys, which can be fatal.
It can affect any dog of any breed, age, or size.
The majority of dogs who have been treated for Alabama rot in the UK have been walked in muddy and/or woodland areas.
More cases are reported between November and May than between June and October, which suggests the dogs are more likely to be affected in winter and spring.
The earlier this disease is caught and treated by a vet, the higher the chances of recovery.
To read the full article please visit the Blue Cross Website
Electric shock dog collars banned in Scotland
The Kennel Club has welcomed the announcement by Cabinet Secretary for the Environment Climate Change and Land Reform, Roseanna Cunningham MSP, to ban the use of electric shock collars in Scotland.
The announcement follows a series of consultations, culminating in a meeting hosted by the Kennel Club during which welfare, veterinary and behaviour organisations all came together to call on the Scottish Government to follow the example of the Welsh Assembly and ban the use of shock collars in Scotland.
To read the full article please visit Your Dog
The announcement follows a series of consultations, culminating in a meeting hosted by the Kennel Club during which welfare, veterinary and behaviour organisations all came together to call on the Scottish Government to follow the example of the Welsh Assembly and ban the use of shock collars in Scotland.
To read the full article please visit Your Dog