Unstoppable Pets

06/09/2024

Focusing on pain management is essential. By treating pain itself, we can significantly improve a patient's quality of life, even when the root cause remains unresolved.

The goal is to reduce suffering and provide comfort, acknowledging that relief can be just as important as curing the underlying condition.

06/09/2024

Of course our actions often have an impact on the way our dogs behave. But just because they act differently with a friend, family, dog walker, day care, does not mean it’s a reflection on you.

More often than not we are seeing suppression, the same way we might see children behave better around someone they don’t know well or even us as adults. It takes confidence and a feeling of safety to truly be ourselves. So once we are comfortable we are seeing our dogs feel safe enough to show us their true behaviours, then we can address them if necessary.

01/09/2024

September is Animal Pain Awareness Month!

As veterinary professionals, you know that animals often mask their pain, making it crucial for us to be vigilant in recognizing the subtle signs. This September, we're asking you to join us in raising awareness about animal pain and the importance of pain management.

Throughout the month, we’ll be sharing resources, tips, and tools to help you engage with your clients and spread the word about the importance of pain management. Let’s make a difference together!

24/08/2024

21/08/2024

They are so often our emotional support and there for us when we fell angry, sad, frustrated.
So it makes sense we are there for them too.
Because emotions are a normal survival response, not something that needs to be instantly suppressed or corrected.

20/08/2024

17/08/2024

When introducing a new cat to your home, it's important to minimize stress for both the new and existing cats gradually. This careful approach helps prevent tension and potential conflicts, ensuring a smoother transition and fostering a harmonious relationship between the new companions. Check out the recommended steps for bringing a new cat home at https://bit.ly/4dgnJFh.

14/08/2024

I recommend these for dogs of all sizes!

I may have several types and sizes in my dog cupboard 😉

14/08/2024

When we struggle with the guilt, the worry, the compassion. It’s a sign of how much we care and much we give to our dogs.

It’s probably a sign you’re getting it right. Just remember to take care of yourself too.

11/08/2024

Tension between cats in a home is a common concern, and the 2024 AAFP Intercat Tension Guidelines clarify how to handle (or even prevent) it.

10/08/2024

This made me laugh 😂

06/08/2024

Looking at the why behind a behaviour is the best thing we can do for our dogs, and ourselves.

When we see behaviour for what it really is, we realise it’s not personal, just practical for our dogs at the time.

05/08/2024

We need our dogs to growl so we know when they are close to their limit. That they really need us to listen and things are getting serious.

They are never a warning we should seek to remove but one we should be glad to hear. Because that’s what’s going to prevent things from escalating further.

01/08/2024

Cats rely on their sense of smell to assess their environment. Your cat will mark their territory by rubbing their face and body, leaving pheromones to create a sense of security. Learn more about creating a secure environment for your cat at https://bit.ly/2RFmBT7.