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08/04/2025

🚨Alert 🚨 It's that time of year again! First incident.

Please be vigilant when walking your dog around Cannock Chase. A dog t was admitted to the vets yesterday who has been bitten by an Adder 🐍.

🐍What to do if your dog is bitten by an adder?
▪️ Take the dog to a vet as soon as possible! The sooner you come the better.

▪️ No exercise! Carry your dog to reduce to spread of the venom.

▪️ Keep them warm and comfortable during travel (it’s very painful).

🐍How will you know?

▪️ Adders only tend to bite in self-defence so will most likely be on your dog’s face or legs and it will start to swell. You may also see two puncture wounds! Swelling can escalate quickly!

▪️ Your dog will display signs of pain as adder bites are very painful!

🐍Other symptoms include:

- Pale gums
- Bruising
- Hypersalivation
- Lameness
- Vomiting and diarrhoea
- Dehydration
- Restlessness or lethargy

If left untreated, your dog may collapse, have blood clotting problems, tremors or seizures. Severity depends on location of bite, amount and potency of venom, size of dog and urgency of treatment.

🐍What do we do?

▪️ Treat for shock and swelling.
▪️ Pain management!

The dog is currently stable and fine but please be aware!

05/01/2025

‼️How Cold is Too Cold for Our Dogs in the UK?

It's the time of the year when temperatures drop, hence it's important to ensure our beloved dogs stay warm and comfortable. Here’s what you need to know to keep your dog safe during these chilly winter days.

🧡 Ideal Temperature Range

Dogs are quite adaptable, but they still have their limits:

- Most dogs thrive in temperatures between 10°C and 20°C.
- For households with smaller or short-haired breeds, it's best to keep indoor temperatures in the range of 15°C to 18°C.

💙 Too Cold, Too Risky

When does it start to get risky for our canine companions? Here’s a quick guide:

- 0°C to 10°C: While many breeds can handle these temperatures, it's crucial to monitor for signs of discomfort, especially in smaller or short-haired dogs.

- Below 0°C: It's time to take serious precautions. Ensure your dog spends minimal time outdoors, and consider using doggy coats and paw protectors.

- Below -5°C: Ice and frost can burn paws and cause frostbite. Limit outdoor time, and ensure your dog has proper paw protection.

⚠️Factors to Consider

Several factors can influence how cold your dog feels:

- Coat Type: A Siberian Husky with its thick double coat will fare better in the cold than a shorthaired Dachshund.

- Body Fat: Leaner dogs such as Whippets are more susceptible to the cold compared to breeds with more body fat, like Labradors.

- Acclimatisation: Dogs acclimated to warmer climates may feel the cold more than those used to cooler weather.

- Age and Health: Puppies, elderly dogs, and dogs with health issues struggle more in colder weather and need extra protection.

❣️Tips to Keep Your Dog Warm

1. Dress Them Up: Appropriate coats and sweaters can provide an extra layer of warmth for short-haired or thin-coated dogs.

2. Limit Outdoor Time: During very cold days, minimise the time your dog spends outside.

3. Paw Protection: Paw protectors or booties can prevent frostbite and irritation from ice and salt.

4. Warm Sleeping Area: Ensure your dog has a warm, cosy place to sleep, away from drafts.

5. Monitor for Frostbite or Hypothermia: Keep an eye out for signs like shivering, lethargy, or pale gums. If you notice any of these, seek veterinary care promptly.

6. Special Care for Puppies, Elderly Dogs, and Dogs with Health Issues: These dogs are more vulnerable to the cold and need extra warmth, frequent monitoring, and veterinary consultation if they show any signs of discomfort.

By taking these precautions, you can help ensure your canine friend stays warm and happy throughout the winter!

07/08/2024

Muscles pull on bones to create movement, and when arthritis is present, the joint has to recruit extra support of muscles which leads to your dog offloading, overcompensating on other limbs, primary as well as secondary areas of muscular and myofascial pain, and habitual patterns of tension throughout the whole body

So it's not just the joint that's affected.
It's your dog's whole body.
I can help, Message me or go on to my website: www.activeclinicalk9.co.uk to find out more.

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