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08/09/2024

Corders Lane closure from tomorrow…

05/09/2024

01/09/2024

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11/08/2024

Did you know that pet grooming is a completely unregulated industry? There is no requirement for formal education, no required continuing education, and no required testing or certification?

Anyone and everyone can just pick up a pair of clippers and start advertising themselves as a groomer and charge people for a service they aren’t trained to perform.

It’s completely up to you, the owner, to do your research and make sure the person you are trusting with the health and safety of your pet is qualified to care for them.

Every groomer should be trained, and that very basic training takes months.

It takes years to truly master the ins and outs of grooming and everything that goes along with it.

Pet grooming is so much more than just a hair style.

*It’s knowing dog behavior and how to safely handle all the different personalities and quirks.

*It’s recognizing health conditions that would be better suited seeing a vet such as skin or ear infections.

*It’s being prepared for any and all emergencies that can happen, from seizures to allergic reactions, to nicks and cuts and quicked toenails without panicking.

*It’s knowing how to best deal with a variety of coat types properly.

*It’s being able to know when to stop a service on a particular dog due to behavior or health.

*It’s having the knowledge and patience to handle a different species while holding razor sharp clippers or 8 inch long scissors.

At the very least, the groomer you use should seek out continuing education to make sure they are current on the changes in the industry, from upgrades in products to tools that make the process easier for the pet and them.

They should be current on their pet cpr/first aid certification which needs repeated every couple of years.

They should be able to answer your grooming related questions with knowledge and confidence and if they don’t know the answer they should know where to find it.

They should have an emergency plan in place with a local veterinarian in case anything happens, because when working with animals it’s not a matter of if something happens, but when.

They should come recommended by other pet owners and pet professionals.

And it’s worth noting that there is nothing wrong with using a groomer that is still in training, but they should be working alongside an experienced groomer and under their direct supervision.

Ask the questions, after all you are paying them for a service. A groomer who has spent time and money to be as educated as possible is excited to share their knowledge!

01/08/2024

We need heat to leave a dog’s body hence why we never cover them with cold wet towels when suffering from heat related illness. But lying on something cold, if it is kept cold can be super useful. Not only for prevention of overheating but also for management. This is why cooling mats can be very affective!

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31/07/2024

Why can't dogs cope with the heat?

30/07/2024

We worry about heatstroke, and rightly so! Temperatures like we are seeing this week are dangerous for many pets.

Fly strike is another potential summer hazard. A dog with diarrhoea, especially if hairy can get a dirty bottom! And that’s how the process begins. Maggots can burrow through skin and make a pet so seriously ill. So check those bottoms and keep them clean!

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30/07/2024

It is important to identify and understand heat stress, heat exhaustion, and heatstroke. Heatstroke is the final stage, these dogs are SEVERELY affected. Seizures, clotting problems, blood lost through vomit and diarrhoea. These dogs are in shock! Submerging icy water is potentially their only chance.

Those who are panting hard, walking like they are drunk, having vomiting and/or diarrhoea without blood, NOT having seizures will respond to cold water on hairless areas and a fan. We don’t need to be as aggressive with our cooling.

All dogs affected by the heat should have a vet check…

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30/07/2024

Summer is here and heat stroke can be deadly to dogs!

We strongly urge dog lovers to never leave their dogs in a parked car in the heat of summer, even for a few minutes. Your dogs are safer at home and not in a parked car - even in the shade!

Please pay extra attention to take care of your dogs! Being mindful, alert and careful, can help save their lives.



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25/07/2024

👉The blue tongue gene is an ancient genetic mutation causing excessive pigmentation in the tongue, resulting in the blue/black colour.

👉Other animals that share this trait are giraffes, polar bears and some breeds of cattle.

25/07/2024

With summer now here, let's be mindful of some areas with regards to the health and welfare of our canine companions.

Here is a handy tip of how to make as ice lick for your dog.



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27/06/2024

25/06/2024

Keep your dogs cool on this hot weather

28/05/2024

Dog groomers should be regulated and legislation put in place to help better protect dogs and their owners. Also a minimum standard of qualification be made, plus the requirement to have insurance in place.

28/05/2024

Tips to Dog's owners

Welcome to the FCI Dog Care Series. The aim of this series is to give simple, straightforward advice and tips to dog owners, to better understand and help care for their dogs more effectively. At no stage should this advice supersede or replace the advice and consultations that is offered from professionals, such as vets or other trained professionals. If in doubt, ALWAYS seek professional help first.

This poster deals with early signs to watch, that your dogs might be unwell.

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21/05/2024

Welcome to the FCI Dog Care Series. The aim of this series is to give simple, straightforward advice and tips to dog owners, to better understand and help care for their dogs more effectively. At no stage should this advice supersede or replace the advice and consultations that is offered from professionals, such as vets or professional groomers. If in doubt, ALWAYS seek professional help first.

This first poster deals with the Cutting of Dog's Nails. Whilst many don't think it is important, it is actually crucial and vital to helping make your dog's ability to walk more comfortable and less hazardous. Whilst it may seem unimportant, it should never be neglected or ignored, as no single aspect of dog care should be taken for granted!

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12/05/2024

09/05/2024

01/05/2024

New Review

20/04/2024

Bolonoodle Pup

17/04/2024

Happy Puppy & happy Daddy

01/04/2024

Another happy Mum

01/04/2024

Happy Easter

10/03/2024

We had a fabulous time at Crufts today.

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