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Enjoying the sun today.
23/07/2024

Enjoying the sun today.

Updated DBS check showing zero convictions of course 😉
22/07/2024

Updated DBS check showing zero convictions of course 😉

21/07/2024

Oreo, Calypso, Martha, Clover and Millie

Oreo, you are a nutter.
21/07/2024

Oreo, you are a nutter.

20/07/2024
20/07/2024
20/07/2024

A muddy walk in the rain followed by play time in the pool for an hour.

Beach walk then pub lunch in the shade with hubby, Bella, Lottie and Tessie.
18/07/2024

Beach walk then pub lunch in the shade with hubby, Bella, Lottie and Tessie.

Longrock dog friendly beach with Bella, Lottie and Tessie 🐾
17/07/2024

Longrock dog friendly beach with Bella, Lottie and Tessie 🐾

Out in the glorious sunshine with Bella, Lottie and Tessie.
16/07/2024

Out in the glorious sunshine with Bella, Lottie and Tessie.

Tehidy Woods this morning with Daphne, Dora and Tessie
13/07/2024

Tehidy Woods this morning with Daphne, Dora and Tessie

07/07/2024

Weaver Fish Symptoms

Upon being stung, the casualty may think they have cut themselves on a sharp rock or shell, however, the pain quickly increases and after a few minutes can be extremely painful. The pain feels similar to a wasp or bee sting but often increasing further – casualties often report a sensation of their foot being ‘on fire’. This pain often starts to travel up the limb and can be very frightening for children.

Other common symptoms include: swelling, itching, numbness, redness, tingling, heat, nausea or vomiting, shaking, joint aches, headaches, lightheadedness, abdominal cramps, and a sensation of needing to urinate. More severe reactions can include seizures, breathing problems, abnormal heart rhythms, decreased blood pressure, and unconsciousness.

Weever Fish Treatment

The poison is protein-based and to reduce the pain, we need to ‘de-nature’ or cook the protein.

The best treatment is placing the affected area in a bowl of hot water for 10-15 minutes, replacing the hot water as it cools. This needs to be as hot as the casualty can stand, without scalding them – think of a very hot but bearable bath as a guide.

Having another vessel nearby with cold water is useful to relieve the pain of the heat is useful too. Get the casualty to move between the two. The hot water will help break down the protein based poison so get the casualty to persevere with this treatment. They should feel the difference in time.

Once the pain has subsided, check for and remove any remaining spines with tweezers. Continue the hot water treatment to help reduce discomfort caused by swelling if required.

It is a myth that adding anything to the water has any positive effect, so avoid around vinegar, smelling salts, urine etc!

If there are any longer-lasting, or more serious symptoms or pain is spreading through the body, you should seek medical advice. If you’ve been stung on the face or ge****ls, also seek medical help.

How to avoid being stung by Weever Fish

Don’t go barefoot if you can. Wearing some form of sandal will protect you from a weever fish sting.
The best advice is:

Wear beach shoes or wetsuit boots if you are in the shallow water at a sandy beach. There are reports of people being stung through very thin wetsuit boots, so thicker is better.
Avoid rolling around in the waves or sitting in the shallows.
Unfortunately, paddling in the sea is a fun thing to do so it’s a shame to limit that. So it is worth remembering that the chances of being stung are very small, but keep in the back of your mind what to do if it happens – is there a cafe, garage, hotel or house nearby where you could get some hot water in a hurry?

07/07/2024

Bella and Lottie

04/07/2024

Bonnie finally got the ball out of the pool and then went mad.

04/07/2024

Paddling pool is out much to the delight of Bonnie.

Lunching with hubby and lovely Bonnie
02/07/2024

Lunching with hubby and lovely Bonnie

29/06/2024

Dog fest around the pond 🐕 🐾

27/06/2024

Working on my 60th but found a nice spot with 2 dogs for lunch 🐾

Left home where it was too hot and sunny for a dog walk but fortunately chose the right place to go to before the sun bu...
26/06/2024

Left home where it was too hot and sunny for a dog walk but fortunately chose the right place to go to before the sun burned off the sea mist so it was lovely and cool.

Had a good 3 hours at low tide on the beach today.
22/06/2024

Had a good 3 hours at low tide on the beach today.

Perranuthnoe with Ellie and Betsy
18/06/2024

Perranuthnoe with Ellie and Betsy

Betsy mini Labradoodle and Ellie Labradoodle
16/06/2024

Betsy mini Labradoodle and Ellie Labradoodle

14/06/2024

Bonnie the Lab, Bailey the Viszla and Casper somewhere, the cross Jack Russell/Bichon.

House sitting in Newlyn for 2 Cockers until tomorrow and enjoying the view.
12/06/2024

House sitting in Newlyn for 2 Cockers until tomorrow and enjoying the view.

A change from the beach walking round Cornish history of tin mining with 7 month old Border Collie Hosta, Harley and Arc...
08/06/2024

A change from the beach walking round Cornish history of tin mining with 7 month old Border Collie Hosta, Harley and Archie Cocker Spaniels.

The Great Flat Lode walk with Daphne and Dora
02/06/2024

The Great Flat Lode walk with Daphne and Dora

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Oreo, Calypso, Martha, Clover and Millie

A muddy walk in the rain followed by play time in the pool for an hour.

Bella and Lottie

Paddling pool is out much to the delight of Bonnie.

Dog fest around the pond 🐕 🐾

Working on my 60th but found a nice spot with 2 dogs for lunch 🐾

Bonnie the Lab, Bailey the Viszla and Casper somewhere, the cross Jack Russell/Bichon.

Goodnight Dora 😴

I l♥️ve my job 🐾

2 Dachshunds versus 2 Viszlas 😅

I love this walk. It's so peaceful and beautiful when the sun shines through the trees and the birds are singing.

Bailey, Casper, Clover, Millie and Tilly 🐾

Beaches on a Bank Holiday Monday are a nightmare for crowds ⛱️ 🌞 🐾

Lots of fun today with Lottie, Winston, Tilly, Bailey and Casper 🐾

Fun in the woods today with newbie Flo who is a little sweetheart 💕

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About me

Hello. I am passionate about animals and have over 20 years experience looking after pets within their home whilst their owners are away. I offer very competitive rates and I have excellent references from previous clients, some of which I looked after their house and pets for more than 10 years. I have completed a dog first aid training day with my local vet. I have recently been vetted and hold a DBS certificate for your assurance. I also have Public Liability Insurance.

I usually offer to visit your home twice a day, especially when looking after any animal(s) other than dogs which need to be let out half way through the day. If you would prefer I look after your pets whilst living in your home when you are away, I offer this service as well. This gives the owner peace of mind that not only are their animals being cared for but their home too. Please visit my website www.the-bowens.co.uk for more information and my fees. I look forward to meeting you and your lovely animals.