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Nail and claw injuries are a common injury that you could come across is a damaged or broken nail or dew claw. The dew claw is found on the leg and the nails on the end of their toes. Nails can get damaged when they are too long and not cut back or where they […]
Head injuries are a common problem and in some cases, they require little treatment but always be aware that problems can be not that obvious to the first aider. The brain is a very sensitive organ and but it is surrounded by a solid bone skull and has fluid to protect the brain further. You […]
Seizures are one thing that is upsetting to see is a pet having a seizure. Treatment for a pet in seizure is the same as treatment for humans. You need to safeguard them from harm during the seizure and reassure them. If it is the first time the pet has had a seizure or if […]
Ibuprofen and pets do not mix. Ibuprofen is a painkiller that is available over the counter without a prescription. It’s one of a group of painkillers called non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs). It is a popular painkiller used in households and prescribed by doctors for pain relief. Although generally harmless in humans it can be fatal to […]
Spray on plasters offer a quick treatment for minor cuts and grazes. Spray plaster solves the problem of how to protect a minor injury on pets. The simple spray covers the injury to protect and aid healing. It protects minor cuts and grazes from dirt, water and bacteria with a film forming silver aluminium micronized […]
Digestive system is a complex system and when running correctly it is very effective in processing food to feed the body and to getting rid of waste food out of the body. Digestion is defined as the process where food is broken down ready to be absorbed into the bloodstream and distributed around the body. […]
Poisoning and allergies is a big subject but we cover a little about them in this section. Different animals can be poisoned by substances that would appear to be harmless. An example is chocolate, which is a toxin to dogs. Other foods that are completely harmless to humans which are very bad for dogs include […]
Pet first aid is defined as “the immediate treatment of an injured animal or animals that are suffering from sudden illness”. First aid is important to ensure the wellbeing of animals in an emergency situation. The aim of pet first aid is to preserve life, to reduce pain and suffering, to prevent the situation from […]
Pancreatitis is a potentially serious condition that affects the pancreas which is an organ that is in the stomach and it becomes tender, swollen and inflamed. The pancreas is an important organ as it produces and releases vital enzymes used in the digestion of food in the stomach. It also releases other hormones such as […]
Vomiting causes and types in animals could be caused by a number of different things from mild food poisoning to serious life-threatening illnesses like Pancreatitis. The problem can be deciding if the vomiting is something serious that you need a vet for, or something that you can deal with yourself. Vomiting can be caused by […]