⚖️💙 DAY 5: Ada’s Weight Week 💙⚖️
💙 ENRICHMENT FEEDING 💙
Feeding in a bowl is boring and meal times go by to quickly, why not change it up a bit and add in some enrichment feeding.
For Ada, Leigh had used a range of enrichment feeding to get her working for her meals.
The most effective has been the use of the Catit Food Tower which her dry food goes into.
However, the use of puzzle feeders, snuffle mats, snuffle balls, licki mats and Doc & Phoebe Interactive Indoor Hunting Cat Feeders are also great options.
🐶Many of these work for dogs too!
Home made alternatives include empty cartons with holes in them or toilet roll tubes with folded ends. Even a rolled up towel or scatter feeding in the kitchen or garden can work wonders.
All of these slow down meals and also adds in exercise, especially for those lazy but food orientated cats.
🐾Tomorrow’s post will be about: Exercise.🐾
Thank you SO much to everyone who came down to see us today and those that took part in our FIRST EVER Dogs Day Out!!! The weather mostly played nice so I hope nobody got too soggy 😊 Keep your eyes peeled for more photos at the start of the week, but wanted to share a few with you just now. Hope you all have snoozie poochies, I know ours are exhausted ❤️🐾❤️🐾
Be as relaxed as him 😇
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Most pets HATE fireworks, so let’s get prepared for it now. In the weeks/months leading up to fireworks, try the below tips to help reduce their stress levels
Make sure your pet is microchipped and all details are up to date. The small chance they get out the house, you’ll be glad they are chipped.
Pheromone diffusers are great at easing your pet's anxiety levels, pop a few around the house. Do this at least a few weeks before firework season starts.
Depending on your pet's level of fear there are various supportive treatments or products that we may recommend. The earlier we chat, the more time we have to help your pet feel more comfortable.
When sun arrives, storms are close behind. ⛈️
Make sure you’re ready to keep your pets safe and calm. 🥰
Join us in lighting a
candle to remember all
the pets we have lost.
#WorldPetMemorialDay
COMPETITION TIME
As you know Border Vets is involved in the Border Book Festival this year, where we are very excited to be sponsoring Julian Clary who will be talking about his new book, ‘the lick of love’. Julian writes about how important dogs have always been in his life, and how the love between them has always been a constant source of support. The book is described as ‘a testament to the bond between man and dog’.
Border Vets has 2 pairs of tickets to win to come and hear Julian talk about his book at the Border Book festival at 6pm on Saturday 18th June.
To be in with a chance of winning the tickets in our prize draw, we would like you to send us a picture that sums up the relationship between you and your dog and demonstrates that bond.
We will put all entrants into a prize draw and announce the winners on Friday 10th of June.
The lucky winners will get a pair of front row tickets and a hardback copy of ‘the lick of love’ for Julian to hopefully sign on the day!
#bordersbookfestival
Travelling with your pet can be
stressful at the best of times, but
in the summer, with the added
heat and dehydration concerns,
it’s vital that you have a plan
before you set off.
Here’s a few things to think
about which could make your
life easier.
If you are very concerned, reach
out to us for further advice.
The more info we have, the quicker we can act.
Here’s 5 thing to know before you call.
You can find more helpful resources here: www.animalpoisonline.co.uk
Happy #NationalPetDay
We’ve got an important question, that needs answering below!
How do I brush my pets' teeth?
Patience, reassurance and praise go a long way in
giving your pet perfect pearly whites.
Watch our handy step by step guide on how to go
about it below. 📹
You could win a Virbac dental hamper via our
SMILE comp. 😲 See our pinned post.
#NationalPetDentalMonth
How do you spot
dental problems in
your pet @ home?
Elaine has dropped
some knowledge 👇
Day #12 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
With the excitement of Christmas morning, it’s not uncommon for children’s gifts to end up strewn about. However, toys with small removable parts and items such as batteries may pose a real risk to your pets if eaten. Take care to supervise pets and remove temptation clearing up and moving gifts from the floor. If items are accidentally eaten, please contact your veterinary practice for further advice.
Day #11 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Fireworks can be very scary for our pets. It’s sensible to keep cats and dogs inside after dark and close windows and curtains. Where possible keep the lights on and create some background noise by playing music or having the television on. Pets will often benefit from having a safe place to hide and stressed pets should not be left home alone. Speak to your veterinary team if you are worried about managing your pet’s firework stress.
Day #10 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
If you are entertaining guests this Christmas, there are likely to be more people going in and out of your home. Take care to ensure your guests know how to interact with your pets and that pets have somewhere quiet to go if they need time alone. Having pets microchipped brings peace of mind that they can be traced back to you if they are accidentally let out or escape.
Day #9 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
As the weather gets colder paths and roads are commonly gritted to melt the ice. However, this grit can sometimes irritate dogs’ paws causing mild to, in some cases, more severe discomfort. It’s sensible to avoid heavily gritted areas where possible and thoroughly wipe your dog’s paws after walks or give their feet a quick rinse if needed. If your dog is distressed after a walk or seems to be in pain, contact your veterinary practice for further advice.
Day #8 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Grapes and their dried varieties are common at Christmas but toxic to dogs. The dried varieties of these fruits are often found in mince pies, Christmas pudding, stollen and fruit and nut mix, so keep all these treats out of reach! If your dog does accidentally eat something containing these foods, call you veterinary practice as soon as possible for advice.
Day #7 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Did you know that certain Christmas plants can make your pets unwell if eaten? Keep poinsettia, ivy, holly and mistletoe out of reach to avoid stomach upsets. Also discourage pets from chewing on the Christmas tree as this too can cause digestive issues and sharp pine needles may cause irritation and damage. If your eats something they shouldn’t, or develops vomiting or diarrhoea, then contact your veterinary practice for further support.
Day #6 | 12 days of Christmas pet tips
Ethylene glycol found in antifreeze is poisonous to cats and dogs and can be fatal if left untreated, so as a pet owner it is important to be aware of this as the weather gets colder. Signs of antifreeze poisoning are vomiting, drooling, seeming drunk, having seizures, and drinking and weeing more. If you are worried that your pet is unwell or may have ingested antifreeze contact your veterinary team as soon as possible for advice.
