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09/07/2025

06/07/2025

⚠️URGENT⚠️

⚠️PLEASE HELP US COUNTER THE SPREAD OF FALSE INFORMATION THAT COULD LEAD TO HARM TO DOGS⚠️

Content has been published by "Ja CkWalker - The Dogfather" stating that cooling overheated dogs will kill them. This is clearly FALSE INFORMATION and if followed will lead to a greatly increased risk of death!

Dogs die from heatstroke NOT because they were COOLED but because:

💦They were not cooled soon enough
💦They were not cooled for long enough
💦They were not cooled appropriately (Immersion in cool/cold water or all over in the case of compromised dogs)

Many people have visited his page to correct him and point him to proper resources but his reaction is - abuse, delete, block!

🙏PLEASE 🙏go to his page and REPORT the FALSE CONTENT to Facebook. You may choose to leave a comment after reporting but you will be blocked and it will be deleted! I cannot put a link as I am blocked! Just search for "Ja CkWalker".

AT LEAST MANY DOGS WILL BENEFIT IF CORRECT INFORMATION IS CIRCULATING AS FAST AS FALSE INFORMATION!

The Animalweb Heat Wave Hub on the website is here to help (OPEN RESOURCE - FREE) for horses, cats and dogs!
🔗 https://askanimalweb.com/heat-welfare/



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30/06/2025

🌟🥵 Hot Weather Myth Busting! 🥵🌟

🐾 There have been a few unhelpful myths doing the rounds again, circulating on social media and apparently even making it onto radio 4!

🐾 Lemon Juice: the origin of this myth is unknown, but sadly it is known to have claimed at least one life in last few weeks. It is claimed that when a dog starts to overheat and develop heat stroke, squirting lemon juice into their mouth can help break down the phlegm build up and help clear their airway. As well as the claim being total nonsense and not doing anything to treat heat stroke, owners may delay seeking veterinary attention while they attempt to get lemon juice into their unsurprisingly reluctant, already stressed dog.

🐾 Cold Vs lukewarm water: We have previously discussed that recently studies have demonstrated better outcomes for heat stroke dogs that are cooled quicker, with no negatives experienced from the use of very cold water as opposed to lukewarm or cool water. The myth unfortunately still persists, with a radio 4 guest recently repeating it, but there is no evidence of overheating dogs having heart attacks or going into shock when doused in cold water. If you think your pet is overheating please use the coldest water you have available worry free.

🐾 Feeding ice cubes: claims that eating ice cubes can cause dogs to develop a gastric torsion circulate every time we have a hot spell,but have been widely disproved. Although the cause of a gastric torsion, bloat or GDV is often unknown, there is no evidence that eating ice would increase the risk. Ice or frozen treats can be given to your pets to enjoy in the heat with no concerns.

🐾 Clipping fur: it is often stated that clipping long haired animals can actually make animals hotter. However, no matter the coat type, long fur will act as an insulating layer and definitely warm pets in hot weather. It is true that it can take months or even years for some coats to grow back as they were, so for many dogs hot weather can be managed without needing drastic haircuts, but if your pet is struggling rest assured removing some of their coat will only help. Ensuring your pet's coat is free from dead hair and matts is important no matter the coat length.

🐾 Remember if you ever see anything on social media or hear something from a friend that you aren't sure about we would be happy to confirm if it's true or not. We can also help get the word out that a new myth is circulating.

18/06/2025

02/06/2025

❤️🖤 Oz 🖤❤️

Happy 7th Birthday to my favourite LoveBug!! 😍

06/05/2025

💙🧡 Max and Dexter 🧡💙

05/05/2025

MYTH: "If my dog’s arthritis isn’t severe, they don’t need treatment."

FACT: Even mild arthritis can cause significant pain and discomfort for your dog 🐶 The effects of arthritis are often gradual, but left untreated, it can worsen over time, making it harder to manage.

✨ Why early treatment matters: Managing arthritis early can slow the progression of joint damage, helping to preserve your dog’s mobility and comfort. The goal is to minimise pain and improve their quality of life..

💡 By addressing arthritis sooner rather than later, you can reduce the impact of long-term joint damage and keep your dog feeling their best for years to come.

If you notice any signs of stiffness, limping, or reluctance to move, it’s time to talk to your vet. Early intervention is key! 💙

If you're interested in tailored advice for your dog, our Teleguidance service is for you!
https://caninearthritisteleguidance.co.uk

03/05/2025

At this time of year, we start to notice lots of posts circulating social media regarding rapeseed; these posts are shared extensively and can understandably worry many dog owners. The posts usually state that rapeseed is highly poisonous to dogs, and can cause signs including haemolytic anaemia, blindness, damaged nervous system, digestive disorders and breathing problems.
These posts are misinformation.

The signs mentioned are typically only seen in grazing animals, and most dogs actually remain asymptomatic after exposure to rapeseed. Dogs can develop gastrointestinal upset if they have ingested some of the plant, and there have been reports of skin reactions which resemble burns, but this is extremely rare and does not happen to every dog which comes into contact with it.

01/05/2025

❤️❤️ Watson ❤️❤️

29/04/2025

🧡💙 Max and Dexter 💙🧡

22/04/2025

💙💚 Ace and Jet 💚💙

15/01/2025

💙🩶 Frankie, Oz, and Vinnie 🩶💙