DogSafe - Canine First Aid Training

06/01/2025

Both our January courses, and our Easter weekend course are sold out. There are just two places left on our February course and March is selling fast too... if you want to join us on a course please book early to avoid disappointment. 😃

09/12/2024

Two places have become available on our course on January the 11th... they won't be there long, so grab them now if you want them.

25/11/2024

Two varieties of e-gift vouchers are now live on our website, just in time for Christmas. 🥳
https://www.dogsafesw.co.uk/shop

06/11/2024

3 places have come up on our November Canine First Aid course, December is sold out so these are your last chance if you want to get your training done in 2024. The first 2025 dates are available to book now. 🙂

27/09/2024

Here's a link to a seasonal Autumn Hazards article from Animal Poison Line - Concise, on-point, and well worth a couple of minutes reading... Click below.

Overview Autumn is the time of year when plants produce their fruit, including berries, acorns and conkers. Although the days are shorter the weather is still mild and dogs in particular may be exposed to plants and fungi while out walking. There are also potential hazards associated with Halloween....

27/09/2024

Do you know about Animal Poison Line from Veterinary Poisons Information Service and Animal PoisonLine ? 01202 509000 - Save it in your phone!

20/09/2024

Just two tickets left for the 26th of October and tickets for the 16th of November are selling fast... If you're planning to join us on a 2024 course, now is the time to book! 2025 course dates will be announced in December.

07/08/2024

The Autumn 2024 course dates have landed!

29/04/2024

Summer dates have started selling out, there won't be any dates in August as we're taking a break, so the places left on the dates below are the last ones until the Autumn. Book online at www.dogsafesw.co.uk 😃

online booking page for Canine First Aid courses in Devon.

28/04/2024

It's that time of year 🐍!
Here's the lowdown on Adder bites from the Veterinary Poisons Information Service and Animal PoisonLine. Save the Animal Poisonline number in your phone so you don't have to waste time on Google if your pooch gets poisoned. 01202 50 9000. 🐕

🐍 Adders 🐍

As the weather begins to warm, we have noticed an increase in calls regarding adder bites.

The adder (Vipera berus berus) is the only venomous snake native to the UK, and is also found across northern Europe. It is a protected species in the UK. Adders are most commonly, but not exclusively, found on dry, sandy heaths, sand dunes, rocky hillsides, moorlands and woodland edges. The clinical signs of an adder bite can include rapid and progressive swelling around the bite site, pain, lethargy, vomiting, bruising, bleeding and collapse.

What should you do if your pet has been bitten by an adder?
❌Do not panic.
❌Do not interfere with the bite.
❌Do not apply a tourniquet.
❌Do not attempt to touch or catch the snake.
❌Do not kill the snake – it is a protected species.
❌If practical, carry your dog to your car and go to your veterinary surgeon - do not delay seeking advice even if your pet is well as things can change quickly.

Adders are not aggressive and generally only bite when provoked. They hibernate in the winter and as a result most bites occur in the summer. Pets are frequently bitten on the leg, head or neck. If your pet has been bitten by an adder (even if you did not see the snake or are not sure what happened) – contact your vet immediately. Your vet will examine your pet to determine the location of the bite and extent of the swelling.

Veterinary professionals can call us any time on 02073 055 055 if required for assistance with managing cases of adder bites. We also hold a list of antivenom stockists across the UK. Please note that antivenom is not indicated in all cases.

23/04/2024

Spring has finally sprung and right on time, here's an excellent page of springtime advice from City Vets, Exeter... a few mins read to keep the doggo's safer, perfect. 🐶 🐶 🐶
Link to article: https://ow.ly/wGGf50RkuIt

🌻🌷🌞🦟🎑

Spring has sprung, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and dreams of summer adventures! Make spring a safe time for you and your pets by being aware of things to avoid for their health and well-being.

Explore our website for additional advice on keeping safe during spring for both you and your pets >>
https://ow.ly/wGGf50RkuIt

23/04/2024

Little bit less shopping zone to make way for more activities for the doggo's... That's got the mutt's approval for sure! So excited for the A Doggy Day Out 's The Big Bark! 🐶🐩🤣

🐶💙🐾 WE'RE ALL ABOUT THE DOGGO'S! 🐶💙🐾

Our The Big Bark Shopping Zone will be a little smaller this year - we want to support all the traders that attend by avoiding duplication where possible whilst providing a quality shopping experience & also we want to maximise the space so we can provide as many super fun activities for your Doggo's as possible!

Quality shopping, Quality activities - it's a win-win! 💙💙

🗓️: 5th May, 10am-4pm
🔗: Buy your Big Bark tickets 🎟️ here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-big-bark-tickets-791958478127

22/04/2024

A dog's dream day out! 🥰🐕🐶

🐾🎟️🐾 Fetch your pawesome tickets, today! 🐾🎟️🐾

Join us for a wooftastic day out for you & your doggo! Visit the Bath and West Showground on Sunday May 5th for the best day out for dogs by far - we can't wait to see all the wagging tails!

Have a go at..

🐾Have-a-Go Agility
🐾Hoopers
🐾Scurry
🐾Flyball
🐾Dedicated pups Zone
🐾Dog Displays
🐾Shopping
🐾and lots more..

🗓️: 5th May, 10am-4pm
🔗: Buy your Big Bark tickets 🎟️ here: https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/the-big-bark-tickets-791958478127



Visit Somerset Visit Bath Bath and West Showground

05/04/2024

Did you know Dogs Trust have a free behavioral support line? 🐕

Have you heard of our Behaviour Support Line? ☎️💛 If you and your four-legged friend need support, our free dog advice line can help with the following issues and more:
- Recall training
- Biting and mouthing
- Separation anxiety
- Excessive barking
- Fear of other dogs
- Fear of people
We’ll chat through any concerns you have over the phone and recommend a course of action.
Get in touch 👉 https://bit.ly/3SFWew6

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20/02/2024

Muddy Mutts Event!!! Saturday 16th at Powderham Castle. 😀🐶
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/BzXtQTG7iBkj1u5m/

Dog-Friendly Event - Muddy Mutts 2024 at - Saturday 16th March.

Are you and your dog ready for the next muddy challenge? It is all about having fun and raising money for ❤.

Muddy Mutts 2024 will take place on Saturday 16th March at Powderham Castle and
the 3km course will involve mud, water, dog-friendly obstacles such as jumps, tunnels, weaves and temptation alley games and much more!
Dog washing facilities will be available at the end of the course.
If you and your dog prefer just to have a more relaxed walk in the beautiful South Devon countryside, there will also be a less challenging route

All you need to do to enter is pledge a minimum sponsorship of £30. All proceeds from the event will go to help the animals at the Rescue Centre.

Get all the event info & book your tickets - https://bit.ly/3uGwJ5V

Photo by Lucy D Photography

16/02/2024

New dates! We've added an extra one in March as the first March date sold out so quickly. Book soon if you want to join us in March, tickets for the extra date are over 50% sold already! We still have space on the April & May dates at the moment. Book online - www.dogsafesw.co.uk

DogSafe South West, The South West's premier provider of Canine First Aid training for dog owners and professionals.

20/01/2024

Now there's a newsletter that's well worth a sign up!
https://www.animalpoisonline.co.uk/newsletter/

Are you a pet owner wanting to stay in the loop with seasonal poisoning hazards that your pet may face?

Subscribe to our newsletter here: https://www.animalpoisonline.co.uk/newsletter/

28/12/2023

Update on the below courses: Jan 20th, last few places remaining. Feb 10th, Sold out. March 16th, New date added. March 23rd, Sold out.
Book early to avoid disappointment. 🙂