At Your Pets' Service

10/05/2025

What a great tip from Collette at Hounds 'n' Harmony . Please give her a follow, she delivers excellent service and care. Our own dog Logan agrees 😊

02/03/2025

Useful poster to keep

There are several foods that are toxic to dogs, and it’s important to avoid giving them these items. Here are some of the most common ones:

Chocolate – Contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs and can cause vomiting, diarrhea, seizures, and even death.

Grapes and Raisins – Can cause kidney failure in dogs, though the exact toxin is still unknown.

Onions and Garlic – These can damage a dog’s red blood cells and cause anemia.

Xylitol (artificial sweetener) – Found in sugar-free gum, candies, and baked goods, it can lead to low blood sugar and liver failure.

Alcohol – Even small amounts can cause vomiting, diarrhea, difficulty breathing, and central nervous system depression.

Avocado – Contains persin, which can cause vomiting and diarrhea in dogs.

Macadamia Nuts – These can cause weakness, tremors, and hyperthermia.

Caffeine – Found in coffee, tea, and energy drinks, caffeine can cause restlessness, rapid breathing, heart palpitations, and even death.

Raw dough or yeast – The dough can expand in the stomach and release alcohol, causing alcohol poisoning.

Cooked bones – They can splinter and cause choking or internal injuries.
Always be cautious about what your dog eats and keep these toxic foods well out of reach!

Always be cautious about what your dog eats and keep these toxic foods well out of reach!

27/02/2025

Dog bites do not happen out of the blue!

📢 Let me say this so that everyone in the back can hear

Dog bites do not happen out of the blue!

Dogs give many subtle signs before they escalate to defensive behavior.

Recognizing early cues like yawning, lip licking, and turning away can prevent stress and conflict.

Understanding dog body language can help you avoid your dog experiencing unnecessary stress - keep them (and everyone else safe)

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17/01/2025

Great tips from Collette at Hounds 'n' Harmony 👏🏻

24/12/2024

Merry Christmas to you and your pets 🎄😘

17/12/2024

How to keep your pets safe.

Veterinarians nationwide are urging pet parents to be cautious of festive plants that could pose serious risks to their pets.
* Poinsettias, known for their vibrant red leaves, are a Christmas classic. However, they can be very harmful to our pets if consumed. It’s not just ingesting them that’s a concern; skin or eye contact with the plant’s sap may cause redness, swelling, or itching, so keep them at a safe distance, out of reach, if you have them in the house this season.
* Amaryllis, commonly known as belladonna lily, is a popular holiday decoration and gift. Its red and white flowers are highly toxic to pets. They say both the bulb and the flowers of amaryllis contain toxins, including lycorine and other alkaloids.
* Holly is a festive favorite, especially for wreaths, garlands, and mantlepiece arrangements. However, the berries contain toxins, including saponins, methylxanthines, and cyanogens, which can cause vomiting, diarrhea, drooling, and abdominal pain.
* While mistletoe adds a charming touch to holiday festivities, it’s important to be aware of its potential risks for pets. Although it is considered one of the less toxic plants, its berries and leaves can lead to breathing difficulties if ingested. To ensure a safe holiday season for your furry friends, it’s wise to keep mistletoe out of their reach.
* Lilies – popular gifts around Christmas time. Lilium and Hemerocallis genera lilies are the most dangerous. Eating even a small amount of the plant or cleaning the pollen off fur will have a severe impact on a cat's system causing severe symptoms such as gastrointestinal issues, irregular heartbeats and convulsions.

10/12/2024

22/07/2024

☣️🐛It's that time of the year again where you see those pretty caterpillars ( Cinnabar Moth ) munching on these yellow flowers. Keep your pet away, they're very toxic.🐛☣️

🐛"About. Cinnabar moths start life as yellow and black caterpillars and are particularly fond of munching on ragwort plants. Their bright colours warn predators that they're poisonous, but they only build up their poison after feeding on the ragwort."

🐛"The hairs on the caterpillar are poisonous to humans and can cause a nasty rash if touched. Not a pleasant insect to encounter! The attractive Cinnabar Moth is black with red patches on its wings and is thought to take its name from the mineral cinnabar."

28/04/2024

What a wise statement!

31/12/2023

💜🐾Wishing you all a great 2024 🐾💜

30/12/2023

Sharing these useful tips again 👍