Hannah's Helping Hounds

25/08/2023

ABTC Statement on Augusto Deoliveira’s dog handling practices.

12/01/2023

This is an important point to take on board… 💙

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10/01/2023

Please contact the rehoming team via email [email protected] or call 01275 474719 between 11am - 4pm 7 days a week if you would like to apply for any of our dogs that you feel would be a good match. You can find our full list of dogs looking for new homes at www.hollyhedge.org.uk

10/12/2022

Suspected poisoning is a common reason for presentation in veterinary practice, especially during the period 🎄

The below infographic can be used to highlight to your clients the toxic foods, plants, and other hazards that could affect their pets this Christmas 👇

06/12/2022

26/11/2022

26/10/2022

Fireworks have started, so how can you help now if your dog is scared?
Always give comfort to a dog that seeks it, you can not reinforce fear. When you are scared or worried you want to be comforted and dogs are the same. Equally if they want to be left alone then leave them alone.

Build them a den, this should be a nice quiet place filled with familiar smelling blankets, toys and treats and be accessible at all times, if using a crate don't shut the door, they should be free to come and go from the den as they feel confident.
You're dog may have found their safe place already, don't deny access to this place, enhance it using the den building ideas.

Close the curtains and put gentle music or the TV on. This dampens the noise from outside but choose your indoor noise to be soothing rather than exciting with sudden noise.

Chewing helps calm dogs, if they will take food give them treats to chew on. Try pairing the treat with the bang of the firework, over time your dog will associate the bang with a treat and fireworks will seem less scary. Not all dogs will take food when worried, try starting with a chew treat before the fireworks start so your dogs anxiety doesn't get to the level that they can't take a treat anymore.

Training for firework fears is a long process and is an ongoing training programme. There are lots of things you can do and should start as early as possible in the year before the real busy firework season starts. Contact me to book a consultation for help now and a long term training plan.

07/10/2022

We have organised a BVA/KC/ISDS eye testing session with eye scheme panellist Paul McPherson at our practice in Bradley Stoke, Bristol on Thursday 24th November. Please contact us for details on how to make an appointment.

05/10/2022

Bonfire night is just around the corner, contact me to book a firework fear consult to help you and your dog prepare.

29/08/2022

14/08/2022

With the Met office announcing another extreme heat warning running from today through to Sunday for most of the UK, be aware of your dogs safety out walking and in particular in cars.

We have more help and advice to follow on our website.
https://petremedy.co.uk/dog-heatstroke-symptoms-emergency-first-aid-tips/

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05/08/2022

The results offer a first-of-its-kind anatomical description of how dogs can literally “see” the world through their noses.

03/08/2022

****URGENT APPEAL for our Funday dog show****
Scruff is hoping you lovely lot are able to donate some prizes to our fabulous tombola AND raffle which will take place on Sunday 4th September.

https://facebook.com/events/s/holly-hedge-fun-day-and-dog-sh/428172499139596/

You can do this by dropping off the prizes at our charity shop or the sanctuary (just make sure you have clearly marked them as 'donations for raffle/tombola')

We are also looking for volunteers to lend a helping hand on the day. There will be lots of exciting jobs you could help with and Scruff is pretty sure it's going to be the best day of the year so you won't want to miss out!

If you’d like to volunteer please email [email protected]

23/07/2022

BREAKING NEWS
Veterinarians at the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center in the USA think they have worked out the reason why grapes are toxic to dogs.

After receiving reports of vomiting and kidney injury following exposure to cream of tartar, veterinarians put two and two together and worked out that tartaric acid and potassium bitartrate, compounds present in cream of tartar, are also present in grapes.

This may finally answer the long standing question as to why dogs develop kidney injury following ingestion of grapes. It also answers the question as to why some dogs are affected and others are not. This conundrum lies in the variability in tartaric acid concentration in grapes with concentrations changing based on grape type, locality and ripeness.

Whilst 20g of grapes per kg (approximately 5 grapes per kg) has been reported to cause kidney damage, there is a report of a dog eating 1/2 grape per kg developing kidney injury also. So the best advice out there is still to avoid feeding your dog grapes and sultanas!

19/07/2022

With hot weather warnings being issued by the Met Office, it's important to remember the signs of heatstroke in dogs. Never risk walking your dog at peak times, keep them cool & safe. 🥵☀️

If you suspect your dog may be suffering from heatstroke, call your vet immediately to get a diagnosis and an appropriate plan of action. Whilst you are phoning your vet, move your dog to a cool area, offer water for them to drink, and pour tepid water over their body.

UPDATE: We recommend using tepid water (room temperature) whilst getting urgent veterinary advice. We believe every individual dog deserves the best possible care, which would require personalised veterinary guidance. We support the use of cold water once a vet has made a diagnosis of heat stroke.

09/07/2022

Temperatures tomorrow are going to be even hotter than today, keep your pets cool. Early or late walks or no walks, try putting ice cubes in their water bowl or freezing their favourite treat for pet popsicle. If your dog is like mine and a sun worshiper then remember to limit the time they are in the heat, they soon overheat !

06/07/2022

With temperatures set to rise into the weekend and next week please remember to protect your dogs and not walk them in the heat.

07/07/2021

Have you heard about the Cardalis App which is free of charge and can be downloaded from the App Store? It allows dog owners to easily assess and record Resting Respiratory Rate, which can help with both the early detection and monitoring of heart failure patients. It also provides a medication reminder service, helping to ensure compliance with long-term therapy.

13/06/2021

27/05/2021

https://www.facebook.com/1644497829116738/posts/3032585113641329/

Heat-related illness - more commonly known as 'heat stroke' - is a potentially fatal disorder that can affect both man and animals. Understanding why it happens, and which dogs are most at risk, could help to prevent this deadly disorder.

13/05/2021

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=4009488992476245&id=152829434808906

29/04/2021

https://www.facebook.com/432000460259852/posts/3695645420561990/

Dogs should learn to wear a muzzle, but many people make mistakes and there’s a fit issue too, according to new research.

19/04/2021

https://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/politics/dog-theft-uk-cash-ban-b1831750.html?amp

Officials have reportedly taken inspiration from rules on scrap metal

12/04/2021

At Hannah's helping hounds we offer
Behaviour consults
Advice on preparing for a new puppy
Training advice
All fear free and positive reinforcement
Message for more info

10/04/2021

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Wolf Motivational Quote courtesy of Let The Wolves Run Free

09/04/2021

https://m.facebook.com/story.php?story_fbid=2996424090590765&id=1644497829116738

Experts share top tips to help your pet cope now and as lockdown restrictions ease.