The Pet Hand

21/11/2024

I am ABSOLUTELY loving this weather for all the picture opportunities 🥰

19/11/2024

Does your pet’s fur protect them from the cold? ❄️

In most cases, yes! But in really wet and cold weather, if your pet isn't able to keep active or get themselves somewhere warm, their fur coat may not be enough. Like us humans, our pets, though thankfully rarely, can develop a dangerous and potentially deadly condition called hypothermia.

Any pet can become seriously ill if the temperature of their body drops too low, and acting quickly and doing the right thing could save your pet’s life.

Here are some key symptoms to look out for during the winter months! And if you suspect your pet may have hypothermia, it’s important to call your vet straight away and follow their advice ⚠️

[Visual description: Infographic about hypothermia in pets. Signs and symptoms include; shivering, drowsiness, confusion, clumsiness, pale gums and loss of consciousness/collapse. What you should do; 1. Call your vet straight away and follow their advice. 2. Get your pet out of the cold. Take them somewhere warm (not hot) and sheltered. 3. If your pet is awake, try to get them to drink some lukewarm (not hot) water. 4. If your pet is wet, use towels to dry them by rubbing them over. Change the towels when they become damp. 5. Be careful not to heat your pet up too quickly, this can be dangerous. Use blankets and towels under and over them to keep them warm. Using hot water bottles and heat pads will heat them too quickly and may cause burns.]

19/11/2024

Snow dogs ⛄️ 🐾 ❤️

19/11/2024

Thank you so much to the kind person who donated £20 😍 (anonymous so can’t directly thank you!) ❤️

Help Rebecca Richmond raise money to support RSPCA

10/11/2024

A couple more races lined up in the next couple of weeks including Alton towers (which I am pretty excited for), a 10k night run, and the 9 Lochs challenge.

I managed to reach 14 kilometers the other week which is my longest run so far, just another 7.1k to try and find and train for 😬.

Again, thank you so much to all the wonderful people that have donated so far it means so much! Believe me this isn't an easy challenge for me, but nice to know it is all benefiting a wonderful charity!

Help Rebecca Richmond raise money to support RSPCA

10/11/2024

❤️ 💜 lest we forget💜❤️

08/11/2024

Photo dump of some of the lovely pups,birdies,and ponies this week🤩💕

06/11/2024

Beautiful smiley girl 🥰

30/10/2024

As is on a Tuesday this year, firework displays are spread across this weekend and next. We know this is a stressful time for many pet owners, so our vets have put together their top tips on helping anxious pets keep calm 🎆

Our free Firework Guide will help you make sure you've got everything covered for your pet: http://pdsa.me/pFGd

[Visual description: Infographic which has seven tips to help pets cope with fireworks. Each tip is next to a small picture related to the point. Tips include: make a den, play music and sounds, keep pets inside, pheromone plug-in, close doors, curtains and door flaps, cats feel safer up high, and if your pet seeks reassurance, comfort them normally.]

21/10/2024

Did you say treat? 😍😅

19/10/2024

Making sure I don’t leave without him. Gets me everytime 🥹🤣💕

07/10/2024

Call me mad but I absolutely love this time of year, especially for walking
😍🍁🍂

06/10/2024

Two 10k races completed this week 🙌. Training full in progress!

Next step, increasing distance! 😬

Thank you so much for all those that have donated so far. Please please please if you can, no matter how much, donate if you can ❤️. The RSPCA often gets some stick but they work their 🍑to ensure animals get the best chance in life.

Help Rebecca Richmond raise money to support RSPCA

14/09/2024

Cats galore this weekend 🐈‍⬛ 🥰

13/09/2024

🌟HOLIDAY DATES 🌟

I am unavailable to work the following dates:

Monday 25th November - Friday 29th November 2024 (inclusive)

Tuesday 24th December - Friday 27th December (inclusive) - If you received an email from me, I am not taking a whole year off, I meant December not November 🫠 (Can tell its Friday right? 🤣🫣)

January 1st Jan 2025.

Any questions or queries please get in touch!

12/09/2024

Pretty birds 🦜 🥰

07/09/2024

This face gets me everytime 🥹😭