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Retired&Inspired Pet Services We are Nicky, Andy & Gus � pet sitting our way around the U.K, Europe and beyond.

The dog field has been windy, rainy and sunny this week. A spaniel enjoys any weather though as long as there’s plenty o...
24/10/2026

The dog field has been windy, rainy and sunny this week. A spaniel enjoys any weather though as long as there’s plenty of sniffs 🐶🐾🐈‍⬛

At least 3 different types of footwear, 4 coats/jackets, waterproof trousers, jeans, leggings, fleeces and T shirts ! Oc...
22/10/2026

At least 3 different types of footwear, 4 coats/jackets, waterproof trousers, jeans, leggings, fleeces and T shirts ! October weather in the U.K. 😊🍂🍁

Another windy and rainy walk today 🐾🐶
21/10/2026

Another windy and rainy walk today 🐾🐶

21/10/2026
Cat content and rainy dog walks 🥰
20/10/2026

Cat content and rainy dog walks 🥰

18/10/2026

🍁AUTUMN DOG ADVICE - CONKERS🍁

On crisp autumn walks your dog may come across conkers that have fallen from a horse chestnut tree, but these shiny seeds are poisonous to dogs!

🔸WHAT IS A CONKER?🔸
A conker is a shiny, round, red-brown seed from a horse chestnut tree (Aesculus hippocastanum). Conkers are often found on the ground in autumn after dropping from the tree encased in a green or brown spiky fruit.

🔸HOW MANY DOES A DOG HAVE TO EAT?🔸
The amount of toxin in each conker is different, so it’s impossible to know the amount of conkers that your dog would need to eat to make them unwell

Conkers actually taste quite bitter, so it’s unlikely that most dogs will eat enough to make them very ill. But if enough is eaten it can produce more serious effects, and in rare cases can be deadly.

How your dog is affected by this toxin will also depend on their size, when they last ate, how much they chew up the conker and if they have any other health issues.

🔸OTHER RISKS🔸
Poisoning is not the only risk from these seeds. Conkers are large and hard and could cause your dog to choke on them or could block their stomach or gut.

🔸HOW CAN I PREVENT THIS?🔸
If your dog is prone to eating conkers, then keep them on a lead when going for autumn walks (especially in areas where you know there are conker trees). When walking near ‘conker trees’, bring along a ball or a chew toy to help keep their mouths occupied.

🔸WHEN SHOULD I CALL THE VET?🔸
If your dog has eaten conkers, then you should contact your vet for advice. If you’re unsure whether your dog has eaten them, but they’re showing some of the common signs, then you should speak to your vet. Never try to make your dog sick as this can be dangerous and may cause other problems.

Said goodbye to Ben and Timmy yesterday. Gus has besties in these guys so a fun week was had by all 🐶🐶🐶🐾
18/10/2026

Said goodbye to Ben and Timmy yesterday. Gus has besties in these guys so a fun week was had by all 🐶🐶🐶🐾

Andy has finished his sit with the lovely Bobby and Dylan. Joining me at the other end of the village for a few days 🥰
13/10/2026

Andy has finished his sit with the lovely Bobby and Dylan. Joining me at the other end of the village for a few days 🥰

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