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Vet issues urgent warning to dog owners with artificial grass gardens – they could seriously injure your dog
A VET has issued an urgent warning to all dog owners with artificial grass gardens.
Summer may offer a rare chance to soak up the sun – but it can be dangerous for our furry friends.
A vet has issued an urgent warning to all dog owners with artificial grass gardens[/caption]
Scorching temperatures can lead to higher risks of painful burned paw pads.
And vet Dr Sarah-Jane Molier said fake grass can absorb heat, making it more likely a pup could be hurt.
Dr Sarah-Jane Molier told Pets Radar: “Tarmac, asphalt and fake grass are the most common culprits.
“They absorb heat throughout the day and retain it well, meaning they stay hot for quite some time.”
It may not always easy to tell when your dog has injured itself.
Owners should look out for any limping or resting of one leg that switches between the two.
If your canine companion doesn’t get excited for going on a walk, it could also be a sign.
They will often lick or chew their wounded paws, and be hesitant to let you touch them.
Some more obvious signs include patchy discolouration on the pads as well as blisters and peeling.
If you think your dog has burned paws, take them to the vet.
They will most likely need some prescribed pain relief and burn treatment.
It might be necessary to get antibiotics as paw wounds can easily become infected.
If you are treating your dog at home, run the pads under cool water for around ten minutes – if your pooch will let you.
But never use ice or iced water, or apply creams and ointments.
It can be helpful to wrap the burned area in clingfilm gently and place a sock over it.
The best thing you can do for your furry friend is take them to the vet.
“They will book you an appointment so that they can assess the wounds, prescribe any pain relief or antibiotics needed, and apply specialist dressings,” Dr Molier explained.
“If possible, use a car rather than walking your dog to the appointment.”
In general, it will take around a week for a dog paw burn to heal, but this can vary.
The vet added: “It’s hard for an area to heal when it’s constantly having pressure put on it.”
During the recovery process, it is advised to keep the affected area clean and dry.
It’s a good idea to prevent your dog walking on rough or hard surfaces if possible.
Dr Moiler said owners can carry out a pavement test on hot days.
Place the back of your hand on the ground and if it is too uncomfortable to leave it there for seven seconds it is too hot for your dog too.
“On hot days, don’t walk your dog during peak sun and stick to grassy areas”, she continued.
“Walk early in the morning, late in the evening, or not at all. Remember that heatstroke is a very real danger too.”
Another thing you can do as a responsible dog owner is rinse their paws with cool water after a walk.
This comes after a vet said he never takes his pet to a dog park.
Despite parks being the most common place to let canines off the lead, animal care influencer Hunter Finn said they should be avoided.
Because dog parks are frequented by a large number of animals, it increased the risk of pets falling victim to health-related issues.
Dr Hunter Finn also issued an urgent warning to dog owners over little-known signs of serious injury and when you should take them for surgery.
Another vet also raised the alarm about five foods you should never give your pet as some could be lethal.
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Vet’s urgent warning to dog owners over room you must NEVER let your pet into… it could prove deadly
A VET has shared an urgent warning to dog owners over a room they should never allow their pets to enter.
Veterinarian Rachel Barrack said dogs should never be allowed in the bathroom or anywhere near the toilet.
This naughty pup shouldn’t be allowed inside the bathroom[/caption]
The veterinarian explained that all dogs, in particular larger breeds, should be kept far away from the bathroom no matter how needy or curious they are.
“Toilet bowls do not contain clean water that is appropriate for your dog or cat to consume.
“Keep the lid down so your large-breed dog cannot access the bowl,” Barrack told Insider,
Beyond the issues of contaminated water, the vet said that many bathrooms are cleaned with strong chemicals that can be toxic to your dogs and possibly deadly.
Barrack warned that even everyday person-care items kept in bathrooms could contain substances harmful for your canines.
Instead, keep the door closed or if this isn’t possible make the room dog-safe.
Store toiletries and cleaning products far out of reach from your pets and clean the room with non-harmful, softer chemicals.
Beyond the lavatory, homeowners should always be careful with what products they are using to clean their houses if they have pets, a home expert has warned.
Ivan Ivanov from End of Tenancy Cleaning explained: “Although many popular cleaning products can give us the results we want, they are not so kind to pets, potentially putting them at risk of serious health problems,” Ivanov explained.
According to data gathered by End of Tenancy Cleaning, common products pose a major risk.
Just like the strong products used in bathrooms, oven cleaners, dishwasher tablets, bleach, and even laundry products can cause your pets to become gravely ill.
Floor cleaners are known to pose a risk to pets, who spend plenty of time treading over or possibly licking those surfaces.
This is particularly pertinent for ammonium-based cleaners, which may cause irritation and chemical burns to paws and noses.
Highly-concentrated laundry products can get strong pet odours out of clothes and bedding. However, they can also linger in the fibres even after washing.
This, too, can cause irritation to your furry friends’ skin.
There’s even an easy rule of thumb to follow: “If they are fragrance-free, they are safer for your pet,” Ivanov said.
Vet’s urgent warning to dog owners as pet nearly dies from inhaling seed on walk
A VET has issued a warning to dog owners after a pet nearly died from inhaling a seed on a walk.
Dog lovers are being urged to keep an eye on their pet as we approach the summer months and grass seeds become more common.
A vet has issued a warning to dog owners after a pet nearly died from inhaling a seed on a walk[/caption]
They are small, pointy seeds attached to the tops of long grass stems.
The seeds are more likely to be a risk for dogs as the weather improves and walks through fields become regular.
They’re often found in meadows and wooded areas too.
It comes after one pup nearly died and needed extensive surgery.
Arlo, one, had to undergo operations on his chest and abdomen to remove a large amount of the seeds after coming into contact with them on a walk.
After becoming seriously ill, a vet discovered Arlo had a large abscess which was caused by the plant matter.
Arlo’s vet Inês Gordo told WiltshireTimes: “We would always urge dog owners to be mindful of the risks of grass seeds when walking their dogs.
“It can be common for dogs to inhale grass seeds but if a dog begins coughing shortly after running through fields and meadows, we would encourage owners to take them to their vets for a precautionary check.”
Arlo’s owner Tina Clark, from Chippenham, Wiltshire, said she feared for her furry friend’s life.
She said: “When I first received the diagnosis I was devastated.
“I was heartbroken. Arlo was so young and I was worried I could lose him.”
Arlo has now gone on to make a full recovery following the terrifying ordeal.
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It comes after vets issued an urgent warning to pet owners over common household products that could seriously harm your cats and dogs.
And Brits were told to watch out for cheap food brands making their pets seriously ill.
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Urgent warning to dog owners who walk their pets by the sea as venomous snake spotted on UK beach
DOG owners have been issued an urgent warning after a venomous snake was spotted on a UK beach.
Deana Brown spotted an adder on the sand in Porth Neigwl, Wales, over the bank holiday weekend and urged pet owners to be careful.
An urgent warning has been issued to dog owners after an adder was spotted on a Welsh beach (stock image)[/caption]
The snake was seen on the sand in Porth Neigwl, Wales[/caption]
She posted a video of the encounter online and told North Wales Live that she hoped it would “stop a dog or a child being bitten”.
It comes after experts advised that warmer weather in the coming months could see the risk of snake bites increase.
One pooch, Florence, was bitten in Southend, Essex, last month and carers at Medivet said that they fear similar incidents may occur.
Medivet posted on Facebook: “This gorgeous Italian Spinone is Florence she unfortunately had a run in with an Adder and received a bite. This occurred yesterday evening over at Benfleet Downs near the car park.
“As you can see from the second photo, the bite occurred on Florence’s leg and caused swelling. You also see the puncture mark.
“You may remember seeing a similar post a couple of weeks ago about another patient we had that received a snake bite.”
And the firm urged: “As it starts to warm up, adders will start to emerge from hibernation so be especially careful of walking dogs in known adder areas and in areas of long grass where your dog might stumble across one.
“If you suspect your dog may have received a bite from an adder, please call us.”
The RSPCA and other charities have highlighted a surge in the spread of Britain’s abandoned snakes and other exotic pets.
Up to 100 adder bites on humans are reported each year – and the NHS says victims should dial 999 or head to A&E if afflicted, though the bites are rarely fatal.
The last person to die of an adder bite in the UK was in 1975 when a five-year-old boy was attacked in Scotland.
But an eight-year-old girl had to be rushed to hospital a year ago after being bitten by an adder during an Easter picnic with her family in Staffordshire.
It’s estimated that the UK has more than half a million legally-owned snakes – along with 400,000 lizards, most commonly bearded dragons and leopard geckos.
Adders also bite around 100 dogs each year and symptoms can include swelling, vomiting, drooling and breathing difficulties.
Meanwhile, pet owners were given another expert warning over the fact that tap water could be “slowly poisoning” their furry friends.
Likewise, a vet recently raised the alarm about a number of common garden hazards that could make pets seriously ill.