Paws For Thought Solihull

11/12/2024

09/12/2024

Some useful information about Christmas plants that are harmful to our pets.

🎄🌸 Festive plants like mistletoe, holly, poinsettias, and more. While they add cheer to your decor, many of these plants are toxic to pets, so it's important to keep them out of reach of your pets. 🐱🐶

Here's what you need to know:

Mistletoe: This holiday classic contains compounds that can cause nausea, vomiting, and even a drop in heart rate. The berries are particularly dangerous if ingested.

Ivy: Though beautiful, ivy can cause gastrointestinal upset, including drooling, stomach pain, and vomiting if eaten by pets.

Poinsettias: While not as toxic as some other plants, poinsettias can still cause mild symptoms like irritation to the mouth and stomach upset if chewed or swallowed.

Lilies: Extremely dangerous for cats! All parts of the lily plant—flowers, leaves, and even the pollen - can cause severe kidney failure in cats, even with a small amount of ingestion.

🎁 Here's how you can keep your pet safe...

✅ Place plants in high, out-of-reach areas: Ensure that they are well above where your pets can reach.

✅ Be cautious with decorations: Mistletoe and holly are often hung in doorways, but be mindful of pets who may be able to reach them.

✅ Watch for symptoms: If you think your pet may have ingested any part of a harmful plant, symptoms can include drooling, vomiting, loss of appetite, or changes in behaviour.

If you think your pet may have ingested parts of any plant that could harm them, please get in touch with us immediately.

08/12/2024

If you are able to donate even just £1.00 this is for a great cause.

Iʼm raising money to Make Christmas happier for the dogs at Birmingham Dogs home. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

05/12/2024

We did it again. 🙂😽🙂

02/12/2024

COUNTDOWN TO A HAPPY AND HEALTHY CHRISTMAS WITH US!

🌲🎅 As we step into the festive season and enjoy all of the festivities that come with it, it's easy to overlook the potential dangers that come with it for our pets.

We've compiled a list of 25 hazards to watch out for in the weeks leading up to Christmas to ensure your pet stays safe and happy.

Don't forget to share this post with your friends and family to help spread awareness about pet safety during this time of year.

22/11/2024

We are now closed for a rest and recharge, and to have a birthday celebration or two. We will reopen at 9.00am on Thursday 5th December 2024.

If you have any queries in the meantime, please send them via email to: [email protected] and I will reply on my return.

Many thanks

20/11/2024

Sox relaxing in her bed this evening