Emily's Pet Services

23/08/2024

Remember I’m unavailable during the day next Friday 30th! 🐕

23/08/2024

13/08/2024

Happy from Emily's Pet Services dogs who are wearing their waterproof AAD collars 💜
Emily is a local Dog Walker and pet sitter who's dogs all wear a tracker on their collar 🐾 this is such a fab idea and we were super happy to create bespoke collars to fit all the various size breeds she looks after!
www.absoluteanimaldesigns.co.uk

06/08/2024

I had been looking forward to walking on the moors again now that lambing and bird nesting season is over, but after a close call with an adder at 9:30am yesterday when it was cloudy and drizzling slightly I think I’ll be staying in the woods a bit longer 😳 Don’t want anyone getting bitten like Noodle was last year!

WHAT TO DO IF YOUR PET GETS BITTEN BY AN ADDER❗️❗️ It's adder season and cases of adder bites are beginning to come in. It is important pet owners are aware of adder bites and what to do if you think your pet has experienced an adder bite.

Adders usually live in (but not limited to):
-Sand dunes
-Hillsides
-Rocky areas
-Moors
-Woodland areas
Adders hibernate from October and usually emerge from hibernation in the early spring – as soon as it gets sunny! They eat lizards, small mammals and sometimes birds; they rarely bite humans or dogs but when this does happen, it is likely out of self-defence.

If you don’t see the incident or hear any uproar when it occurs, you may notice the following symptoms later on. Symptoms may include (but not limited to):

-Severe swelling around the site of the wound
-Visible pain
-Bleeding or bruising
-Inflammation from the spread of venom
-Increased heartrate or quickened breathing
-Drooling
-Vomiting
-Lethargy or general weakness

What should I do?

It’s important to remain calm. 96% of bitten dogs make a full recovery in as little as five days.

If your dog is yelping or frightened, don’t further their feelings of distress by panicking alongside them. Firstly, you should try to keep your dog still to avoid the venom spreading throughout their body. If you’re able to do so, carry them home or back to the car – the less your dog moves, the less chance the poison gets to travel through their bloodstream. This will also minimise the risk of movement-related pain, especially if your dog has been bitten on the paw or leg. Contact your vet as soon as possible. If you are away on holiday, contact the nearest vets for assistance.

Treatment will depend on the severity of the bite. A painkiller might suffice, or if your dog has been really badly bitten, the vet may recommend antihistamines or a treatment for shock. If your dog’s symptoms are severe, anti-venom may also be administered if it’s available.

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Kingsteignton Vets

https://www.myfamilyvets.co.uk/adder-bites-in-dogs

04/08/2024

Lots of cats and other animals in July 🐱🐹🐰🐔

04/08/2024

Not been taking on new dogs for a while but I now have spaces on Mondays, Fridays, and soon most afternoons!

🐕 I do groups of a maximum of 4 dogs at a time and all dogs are provided with GPS trackers during their walks

Please let anyone know who might be looking for a dog walker or let me know if you want extra days on top of what you already have 🐶

30/06/2024

June cats and other animals 😸🐹🐰🐓

23/06/2024

Looks like it’s going to be quite hot Tuesday-Thursday this week! I’m planning to do three group walks in the morning by the river starting around 7am to fit most dogs in and be done by lunchtime, then anyone left home alone through the afternoon swapped to home visits. I remember what most people prefer from previous years and will let you know my plan if it’s different from usual. Let me know if you want anything specific and I’ll do my best to help 😊

19/06/2024

I’ve been having trouble with Facebook messenger not loading messages from some people so please use WhatsApp or text if you can’t get hold of me! I do prefer to use WhatsApp anyway as messenger often doesn’t send me notifications until hours later

My number is 07496 862 992