Animal Care Poole - Tracy Newman

08/08/2024

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31/07/2024

Great advice today for owners of Rabbits that may need to spend part of their time in hutches still....
KEEP THOSE BUNNIES SAFE PLEASE 🐰🐇

30/07/2024

Can anyone help this charity by fostering a dog urgently for one month while owner is in hospital. Thank you!

30/07/2024

Keep your pets safe and cool during very hot weather 🌡️ here's some helpful tips and advice 🐱🐶🐰

17/07/2024

Hello I'm Tracy and I specialise in caring for your pets in their own homes in the Poole area. This includes, Canford heath, Oakdale, Creekmoor, Tatnam, Hamworthy and Broadstone.
I have a special interest and knowledge of cats and rabbits and have some availability left in late July and August. Whether you are just going away for a day trip, weekend, business meeting or holiday I can care for your pets in their own home where they are safest and most comfortable.
Please message if you need any cover, I'm here to help 😺🐰

13/07/2024

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13/07/2024

13/07/2024

02/07/2024

Please take a look at Esme's Mice.... selling fast 😺🐭😺🐭

Handmade Cat nip Mice, quantity 2.

02/07/2024

Please take a look at my latest activity with 50% of all eBay profits going to a local cat rescue in Poole 😺

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23/06/2024

🌡️🥵 IMPORTANT HEATWAVE ADVICE🥵🌡️
Junior and Senior Pets and those unwell are always the most vulnerable in very hot weather.
Please keep these great tips in mind to help get Cats, Dogs and Rabbits through these high temperatures. Please remember Heatstroke is a Veterinary Emergency, if you suspect an animal is suffering from heatstroke call a Vet immediately!

23/06/2024

CARING FOR SENIOR CATS:

Senior cats quality of life is important to keep them happy, healthy and comfortable.

Regular Veterinary Check-ups: Senior cats need to see the vet at least twice a year for check-ups, as they are more prone to age-related conditions like arthritis, dental disease, and to discuss with the vet any changes you have noticed.

Good Diet: Switch to a senior-specific cat food that meets their nutritional needs. Consider supplements like Omega-3 fatty acids to support joint health.

Comfortable Environment: Provide a warm, quiet, and easily accessible space for resting. Ensure litter boxes are easily accessible and that they always have a stress-free area in the home to rest at busy times like gatherings, party's or celebrations.

Mobility Support: If your cat has arthritis, consider ramps or steps to help them access favorite spots. Ensure litter boxes have low sides for easy access.

Drinking: Keep fresh water available at all times and consider a water fountain to encourage drinking.

Grooming: Brush/comb your cat regularly, especially if they have trouble grooming themselves due to arthritis or other conditions. This is especially important for long hairs.

Dental Care: Dental disease is common in older cats. Brushing is doable with some cats and you can discuss this with your vet. Look out for any difficulties eating or any drooling and book a dental checkup to prevent pain and tooth loss.

Pain Management: If you're concerned your cat is in pain then talk to your vet about appropriate pain management options if your cat is showing signs of discomfort or difficulty moving.

Expressing normal behaviour: Provide toys, scratching posts, and interactive play, even for seniors to keep them active and encourage normal cat activities.

Monitor Seniors: Keep an eye on changes in behavior, appetite, and litter tray habits, as these could indicate health issues.

Quality Time: Spend quality time with your senior cat, offering gentle affection and reassurance.

Following these simple steps can really improve your senior cat's quality of life and ensure they remain happy and comfortable in their 'retirement' years! 😺

Photo: 'Teddy' who is 16 with a mild heart murmur but still enjoys toys and scratchers and loves her new bed, seen here 😻

28/05/2024

Can you offer a safe, caring and forever home to these beautiful rabbits?
Contact the rescue for more information 🐰🐰

13/05/2024

Hello I'm Tracy and I specialise in caring for your pets in their own homes in the Poole area. This includes, Canford heath, Oakdale, Creekmoor, Tatnam, Hamworthy and Broadstone.
I have a special interest and knowledge of cats and rabbits and have some availability left in both May and June. Whether you are just going away for a day trip, weekend, business meeting or holiday I can care for your pets in their own home where they are safest and most comfortable.
Please message if you need any cover, I'm here to help 😺🐰

11/04/2024

It's National Pet Day today! Share a photo of yours with us and let's celebrate how great our companion animals are 😻🐰🐶🐕🦮🐹🐭

28/03/2024

We cannot have too many reminders that living pets do not make good gifts, especially for children.
This is never more true than at Easter. Rabbits are beautiful pets but they take time and commitment to care for properly and need a lot of space. Keeping rabbits confined in small hutches is thankfully no longer acceptable and having a house rabbit requires planning and a lot of adjustments in your home to make an area 'rabbit safe'.
If you do have a space in your home for a rabbit after Easter is over then remember the golden rule, Rescue don't shop. Seek advice from local charities like Hop in your step animal sanctuary about pets in this area that need permanent loving homes!
I wish you and all of your pets a Very Happy Easter 🐣🐰 xx

17/03/2024

As well at St Patrick, today is also the feast of St Gertrude....patron of Cats!
🐈 Happy St Gertrude's Day!

10/03/2024

A very Happy Mothering Sunday to all of us Fur-Mums 😻🐶🐰🐭🐩🐈‍⬛🐇🐀

09/03/2024

One of my favourite furries to care for, the charming Kingsley this week 🥰

20/02/2024

February 20th is National Love your Pet Day.... Let's share some snaps today of wonderful fur babies, past and present, that enrich our lives so much.
Here are photos of much loved pets with some of my family members 💗

30/12/2023

Please support this local Poole rescue if you can offer a forever home to a rabbit 🐰 or Rabbits 🐰🐰
But please remember "a Hutch is not enough", rabbits need space and time with you 💗

If you are considering having bunnies please please please consider rescuing them as opposed to funding pet shops. I am absolutely bursting with rabbits needing rescuing with barely any interest in people rehoming them 😢 By rescuing a rabbit you free up a space for another to be taken in! 🐰

30/12/2023

Excellent advice! Rabbits are very sensitive to noise and being aware of this is really important.

With New Year’s Eve nearly upon us, it’s time to start thinking about the big issues!

No, not New Year resolutions – fireworks! 🎆

As every rabbit owner will know, fireworks are very distressing to rabbits and, regardless as to whether you have indoor or outdoor rabbits, please make sure you - and your buns - are well prepared for the busy night ahead.

25/12/2023

A very Happy Christmas from all of us at Animal Care Poole 😻🐰🎄🎁

08/08/2023

Today, August 8th, is International Cat Day 2023!
Let's share some of our amazing felines and promote good health, welfare and safety for these beautiful animals around the world 🌍😻

03/07/2023

Please share your photos and memories with me during today, tomorrow and Wednesday for all Pet memorials 😽🐶🐰🐴🦜
"Pet Remembrance Day is celebrated every year on July 5 in the United Kingdom to commemorate beloved companion animals that have passed away. Did you know that dogs, which were the first domesticated animals, were also the first pets? Pet Remembrance Day was created by “Pets Magazine” and Lars Anderson. On Pet Remembrance Day, pet owners gather together and share fond memories of their deceased pets, their photos, and the beautiful moments they had when they were alive. All companion animals are celebrated on Pet Remembrance Day, including dogs, cats, horses, and rabbits."

02/07/2023

Please help if you can 🐦🐦🐦

Can you help and spare £1 or £2 a month for our charity?

If even half our followers could set up a small monthly transfer, it would help fund the rescue and cover food, medications, vets bills, bedding and so much more!

Could you donate the cost of a cup of coffee a month towards the birds in care? It would mean we can do SO much more!

The more people who donate, even just a £1 a month, would help the birds more than you could possibly know.

Thank you

14/06/2023

Some more helpful tips and info on keeping our cats cool during this heatwave.

12/06/2023

This week is set to be another scorcher here in the South. Let's keep our dogs safe and be aware what the temperature 🌡️ means for them.

09/06/2023

Essential to keep our cats cool during this hot weather. Water is especially important and large heavy bowls that can't tip outside in gardens can be a life saver. Young kittens and senior/elderly pets are most at risk of heat stroke, as well as those that are unwell. Keep a close eye on all felines in these groups.