Pet Safety

Bonfire night can be a stressful time if your pet is scared of fireworks. A PDSA report from 2015 found 39% of pets have a fear of fireworks. Although we know the colourful explosions in the sky are perfectly safe, our pets don’t understand. Their heightened sense of hearing also makes fireworks more intense. For dogs, cats and other pets …

The toxic relationship between xylitol and dogs has become more of a problem over the last few years. Xylitol is a naturally occurring sweetener that is harmless to humans but is toxic to dogs. As xylitol has gained popularity as a food additive, the number of cases of xylitol poisoning in dogs has increased. Xylitol is similar to sugar, but has fewer calories, a much …

It’s Poison Prevention Week, so we’re looking at common pet poisons found around the home. In this article, we’re looking at ornamental plants that are poisonous to cats. Below is our roundup of the 13 most toxic plants for cats. See also our top 10 cat poisons roundup. Ornamental plants can be found in homes across the nation. They help reduce stress, promote well-being and improve …

It’s Poison Prevention Week, so we’re going to be looking at pet poisons found around the home. In this article, we’re listing some of the more common poisons that affect cats. Below is our roundup of the ten most common cat poisons. See our top 10 dog poisons. The 10 Most Reported Cat Poisons Dog Flea Products (Permethrin) Flea and tick products marketed for dogs …

It’s Poison Prevention Week, so we’re going to be looking at pet poisons found around the home. Some you would expect, others may surprise you. In this article, we’re listing some of the more common poisons that affect dogs. Below is our roundup of the ten most common dog poisons. The 10 Most Reported Dog Poisons Chocolate The most common cause of …

Don’t Forget to Include Pets in Emergency Preparedness Plan. As a pet owner, it’s important to be prepared for an emergency. In some cases, emergency situations may require you to leave your home for days, weeks, or even longer – and such evacuations go more smoothly and safely if you prepare ahead of time. Step 1: Arrange short-term boarding for …

Easter. A Christian holiday that celebrates the rebirth of Jesus – with chocolate eggs! No matter how early or late Easter arrives in April, you’ll find the supermarkets stocking up on festive chocolate treats weeks before the days arrive! So, we thought we’d get in an early reminder for you just in case you’re stocking up on these sweet treats. …

Dogs eating rat poison is not an uncommon problem for dog owners. Rat poisons can be fatal even in small amounts. It can be ingested through direct consumption of the pellets, or indirectly, from chewing on or eating a contaminated rodent.

I dropped my chocolate bar and the dog ate it! Should I be concerned? We’ve heard the warnings of how bad chocolate is for dogs, but how much is too much and what are the signs of chocolate poisoning? Can Fido have a bite of my chocolate chip cookie? Well now all you chocoholic owners (and pets) can relax, we’ve …

Novartis, a previously well-respected leader in the pharmaceutical industry, has recently endured major problems at a major manufacturing plant in Nebraska. Shocking discoveries by the FDA, in regards to quality lead to the closure of the factory, which voluntarily stopped production in December.