Purlieu Animal Care

05/09/2024

Wearing my South American ponch today on top of my usual waterproof jacket to keep me dry on my well there is rain and there are forests.🤣

19/08/2024

Sharon is a very good teacher and pilates is a wonderful excercise for all, go for a free trial.

Summer Movement & Dance Classes are on this week...
New half term restarting Monday 2nd September. Free taster first class for all newbies! Bring a friend!😎

18/08/2024

Some of the happy pets I have been caring for this week.

13/08/2024

A woman from Chester has been banned from keeping animals for 5 years after failing to get veterinary treatment for her cat's broken leg 😿

Auburn allegedly got trapped underneath a pile of boxes which damaged his leg. Instead of taking him to a vet, his leg was bandaged and the blood supply was cut off, resulting in necrosis. The injury was so severe that his leg could not be saved and sadly had to be amputated.

He has recovered well in the care of Rspca Wirral and will be looking for a new home soon.

It is an offence to cause an animal to suffer unnecessarily, so it's best to seek advice quickly if your pet is unwell or injured. Find out what help is available: https://bit.ly/3LZjphP

09/08/2024

There is no place like home.
Here are some photographs of some of the happy cats who I have cared for this year whilst their owner's were away.

25/07/2024

For all the rabbit owners.

Rabbit owners, do you know about flystrike? ⚠️

Flystrike is a painful, life-threatening condition caused by maggots burrowing under the skin and feeding on flesh.

Any rabbit can get flystrike if flies lay their eggs on their fur, however, there are some factors which put a rabbit at higher risk of developing this nasty condition:

- Time of year - Flystrike is more common in the warm, summer months when flies are most active.
- Dirty bottoms – Dirty, damp fur is the perfect place for flies to lay their eggs, so if your rabbit has a mucky bottom, they are at high risk of flystrike.
- Wounds – Flies are attracted to wounds and will choose to lay their eggs around them. If your rabbit has a wound, always have it checked by your vet as they'll show you how to keep it clean and protected.

Flystrike tends to develop very quickly. It only takes a few hours for their maggots to hatch, and they can eat deep into your rabbit's flesh in as little as 24 hours. So, if you see any maggots on your rabbits, contact your vet straight away 🏥

Thankfully, when treated early, rabbits can recover. But it’s really important to keep a close eye on your rabbits over the warm summer months to prevent flystrike. Here’s some advice from our vets: http://pdsa.me/qVZ8

[Visual description: Two white and grey rabbits in a large hutch together. In a pink circle is a picture of a fly and in a purple circle is a graphic image of maggots around a rabbit's bottom, with a warning symbol next to them.]

15/07/2024

Happy Monday.

10/07/2024

Perfect dog walking conditions today, sunshine and a breeze.

09/07/2024

Rain did n't stop play today.

08/07/2024

Another full day of enjoying my passion, my business.

15/06/2024

This is the first day since live exports from Great Britain were banned.

You helped us campaign for over 50 years, alongside Compassion in World Farming and Kent Action Against Live Exports (KAALE).

Today we are reflecting on what we can all achieve when we work together 💙

15/06/2024

Just spending my last few hours with these lovely pets.

13/06/2024

Thi puppy seems to get bigger and stronger on each visit.

07/06/2024

Dog lovers take a look at Goodwoof 2024 on channel 4 saturday 8th June at 2.30pm

28/05/2024

Enjoying our time together.

26/05/2024

Although commonly associated with dogs in distress, barking is a completely normal part of canine communication and allows dogs to express their feelings, from excitement to frustration 🗣️

If the amount a dog barks increases, it can be a sign that something isn't right and it may also cause problems for other people.

Worried about a dog barking excessively? Find out what to do this : https://bit.ly/3vtKi3H

26/05/2024

25/05/2024

Doga (yoga with your dog)

25/05/2024

Lots of lovely dogs and responsible owners mingled at Goodwoof dog event last weekend.

25/05/2024

Good Woof 2024- what a great event.

23/05/2024

This is a useful chart 😊🐱

Understanding the complicated science behind petting a cat can be a tricky thing 😹

[Visual description: An infographic that outlines the ‘safe’ areas to pet a cat. Acceptable areas are the head, behind the ears, cheeks, back, under the chin and occasionally their chest. The 'danger spots' include the tail, tummy, legs and paws.]

21/05/2024

First Puppy Visit of the day for this four month old German Short -haired Pointer.

16/05/2024

It was a joy to be back walking these two dogs yesterday.

29/04/2024

Would you like to know the weight of your horse or pony?
It is a great time to think about this with the grass coming through. Knowing the weight of your horse or pony also enables you to administer medication and wormers at the correct dose.
We are happy to attend with our weigh bridge for one horse or the entire stable yard.
Contact us by via Petsapp or telephone 02380620605 for more information, or to make an appointment.

29/04/2024

Back to the vets for a check up today.The abscess has healed but samples were taken from a mass found in the area....

24/04/2024

Whilst this Fox Terrier this morning, I noticed blood in his faeces.After discussing with his owner, a vet appointment was made and drive to Totton ensued .The poor dog had an a**l abscess.The vet emptied his glands and the abscess.I collected a course of antibiotics and some tins of light diet for the dog.
He enjoyed his little trip out and even posed for photographs when I took him home.