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16/02/2025

Vomiting is a common problem in dogs, but it's really important to recognise when something could be wrong. Fortunately, most cases are caused by something minor that resolves itself in less than 24 hours, but some are much more serious and require veterinary treatment ⚠️

When you should contact your vet:
- Retching (trying to vomit but not bringing anything up)
- Low energy (lethargy)
- A bloated tummy
- A painful abdomen
- Vomiting for more than 24 hours
- Vomiting constantly with no breaks
- Vomiting and is very young or very old
- Vomiting and is otherwise unwell/has other illness
- Blood in their vomit
- Signs of dehydration (sticky gums or sunken eyes)
- Disorientation or collapse

See the full guide and possible causes: https://pdsa.me/MJ5f

[Visual description: Infographic reads: dog vomit guide. Vomiting is a common problem in dogs that can be caused by many different things, some minor, some very serious. Vomiting, retching and regurgitation are all caused by different things, so being able to tell them apart is important. What's in my dog's vomit? ‘Coffee grounds’ - blood that has been digested can look like coffee grounds. Fresh blood - let your vet know whether there is a large or small amount of blood. Green liquid - a large amount could be a symptom of a gut blockage. Foam/froth - if your dog is producing foam/froth but no vomit call your vet. Yellow bile - bile from the gall bladder is usually yellow or greenish-yellow. Grass - eating grass is normal for dogs so it might turn up in their vomit. Undigested food - check whether your dog is regurgitating or vomiting. Always call your vet if you are concerned.]

15/02/2025

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15/02/2025

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14/02/2025

14/02/2025

10/02/2025

Cute picture BUT it's definitely a 💙 mood for those of us in Rescue 😞

Most of us are feeling totally overwhelmed with the number of UK dogs needing rescue and in the UK stray system and the number of dogs "put to sleep" when rescue spaces can't be found (because everyone is chocker) 😥

Please think 🧠 long and hard before you buy a puppy. Research the Breed AND the Breeder and ensure they have done the relevant health and temperament tests on their dogs and that they will take dogs back if for any reason you can't keep them.

Please ensure you have the time and money before you take on a dog to provide them with the care, training, food and vet treatments they will need. 💰 🏥 🍽️

And please 🙏 consider a Rescue Dog if you can. Good rescues will want to get to know you, your home and lifestyle so we can match you with a suitable dog and will give ongoing support and rescue back up.
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01/02/2025

100% this! Never blame your dog for being a dog.

31/01/2025

Posted • .balancedcanine ⚠️ Routine flea treatments aren’t just harming our dogs—they’re poisoning our rivers, killing wildlife, and devastating entire ecosystems. ⚠️

A shocking recent study has revealed that 100% of bird nests tested contained toxic flea and tick chemicals, with some nests contaminated by up to 11 different insecticides. Higher contamination levels were directly linked to more dead chicks and unhatched eggs, highlighting the far-reaching consequences of these pesticides.(Wood et al., 2024)

This isn’t an isolated finding. Another study in the Netherlands (Guldemond et al., 2019) identified 26 different pesticides, many of which are found in common flea and tick treatments for pets. In England, fipronil and imidacloprid—two widely used flea-killing chemicals—were detected in 99% of river samples, with fipronil found in 98% of freshwater sources.

These chemicals aren’t preventing parasites—they’re poisoning our environment. They leach into waterways, harming aquatic life, insects, and birds, disrupting fragile ecosystems, posing risks to our pets and our own health.

🔍 Now more than ever, it’s time to rethink routine chemical parasite treatments. There are safer, non-toxic alternatives that focus on prevention rather than repeated chemical exposure.

🌿 Looking for safer options? Our Global Natural Parasite Prevention Guide includes over 200 products from 26 countries, helping pet parents find effective, chemical-free solutions.

🐾 Do you use natural parasite control? Share your experience below! 👇

30/01/2025

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29/01/2025

Potty training your puppy or dog can go faster if you teach your pup to tell you they need to go outside. So, I’ve got a housetraining tip fort your pup can ...

27/01/2025

We’re giving our beloved Blunt Mondays a fresh new twist— say hello to Myth Mondays! 🎉

Every Monday, we’ll tackle common myths about canine arthritis and pain, replacing misconceptions with facts that can help your furry friends live their best lives 🐾

This Week’s Myth:
“My dog can’t be in pain because they’re still running around.”

Fact: Dogs are incredible at hiding pain, and adrenaline from activities like running or playing can temporarily mask their discomfort. Just because your dog is active doesn’t mean they’re pain-free. Look out for subtle signs like stiffness, limping, or hesitation—they could be telling you more than you think.

Let’s bust these myths together and make life better for our pups! 🐕✨