“THINK before leaving them in a car on a sunny day, even with a bit of air – a bit of air sometimes isn’t enough.”
DOGS DIE IN HOT CARS
Fireworks Advice for Pet Owners
Vet charity PDSA is urging owners to take preventive action – especially those who took on a pet during the pandemic – in a bid to reduce the extreme distress and suffering that fireworks can cause.
Remember, Remember Our Pets
Our pets’ enhanced senses mean they can find the loud noises and bright flashes from fireworks overwhelming, which can lead to severe anxiety and trauma.
What to do if your dog eats chocolate
Thousands of pet owners give their dogs chocolate. Often dogs discover chocolate hidden away or not put away carefully enough.
Presents For Your Pet
The PDSA has some excellent ideas that you can get started on making now for the perfect gift for your pet.
Recipe: Dog Perfect Honey and Banana Cakes
In The Orkney News we like to feature recipes but here is one with a difference. Courtesy of the PDSA this recipe is for our pet dogs.
Rabbits Care & Facts
Rabbits are social animals. They need attention, a hutch, food and vet fees will need paid.
The Growing Popular Appeal of Dachshunds Raises Concerns
People keen to have a dachshund as a pet dog after seeing one take the top spot at Crufts on 8th of March, are being advised of the serious health problems this breed can suffer from.
Fireworks Fright for Border Collie Bobby
Bobby, a Border Collie from Sheddocksley in Aberdeen, ended up missing for over 24 hours after being spooked by fireworks when out walking.
Huge Drop In Pet Vaccinations
Latest findings from leading vet charity PDSA reveal a record decline in the number of young pets receiving their vaccinations
