BPH – BENIGN PROSTATIC HYPERPLASIA
Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (or BPH as it is often referred to) is an age dependant, non-inflammatory enlargement of the prostate gland. This condition is one that affects older dogs who […]
COVERING A LEG INJURY
My darling Rain-Bob developed a teeny lump at the end of May. As it was lockdown for the Corona Virus at the time, I showed the photograph to my vet […]
GIANT HOGWEED POISONING
The UK’s most dangerous plant? GIANT HOGWEED It has been said that Giant Hogweed or “Heracleum Mantegazzianum” to give it its posh name, could well be the UK’s most dangerous […]
GIARDIA
GIARDIA I was asked earlier today if I had any information on Giardia and, as I always do when I’m asked a direct question, I like to share my […]
Why do a Canine First Aid Course?
Why? THIS is why …… Well, although we all HOPE we will never be in a position where we need to use it, at least if our luck runs […]
Masks … and how to wear them!
With Corona Virus doing the rounds, personal hygiene has never been more important and the use of barrier PPE is paramount but you have GOT TO WEAR IT CORRECTLY! I’ve […]
Mild Seizures
Mild Seizures Rain has had idiopathic epilepsy since he was 14 months old. Today, at the age of 10.5 he experienced a very mild seizure which is now normal for […]
HUMAN CPR
Human CPR Technique: As you may have seen, due to the knock on effect of the Corona Virus, all of our physical first aid courses have been either cancelled, postponed […]
Cruciate Ligament Injury
Although I’m sure you’ve heard of the Cruciate Ligament, I know a lot of people aren’t exactly sure what it is or what it does. A quick check on Wiki […]
DIY NAIL PEDICURE FOR DOGS
An awful lot of dogs really aren’t keen on having their nails clipped. Some are not too bad if you try a Dremel hand-held grinder for the job. Others can […]
Gracilis Myopathy
What is GRACILIS MYOPATHY? The term itself can be split into two halves – GRACILIS is a hind leg muscle in the inner thigh. MYOPATHY just means abnormality or condition. […]
ACID REFLUX
This is one of the accompanying symptoms of Laryngeal Paralysis together with the breathing issues and hind end weakness. However, other things can cause acid reflux too such as food […]
Laryngeal Paralysis and GOLPP
Laryngeal Paralysis or GOLPP is thought, at least in some breeds, to be inherited as an autosomal dominant trait. It is perhaps something you’ve not heard of. Do you have […]
STAPH (Staphylococcus) Skin Infections
Sometimes, dogs get itchy or you might notice that their coat is not quite as good as it might be and this could actually be something called Staphylococcus – also […]
Aloe Vera (Veterinary Formula & Aloe Lips Graze Balm)
Aloe Vera is well known for its soothing, healing properties and while there are lots of pharmaceutical treatments on the market, there are several of the Aloe products that I […]
Warm Weather Musings: vlog
Sometimes, when I’m out walking with my boys, I get the urge to speak to you all through a vlog, rather than a written blog. This one was all about […]
Spondylosis
Spondylosis or “Spondylosis Deformans” in dogs sounds like a very serious diagnosis and there is no doubt that it’s effect on a dog’s quality of life can be marked BUT […]
Dewclaws
What they are Why they have them Why you shouldn’t remove them Great article from McIntyre Canine Rehabilitation: https://www.facebook.com/mcrehabilitation/posts/568915563442033
Alabama Rot
An interesting take on Alabama Rot by Dr. Connor Brady in the Dog Listener – food for thought? Alabama Rot Truth or Fiction
Deafness
Deafness in our dogs can easily go unnoticed for quite a while. Sometimes, when we get older, we like to think that rules don’t apply to us any more and […]