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~ NEWSLETTER DECEMBER 2011 ~
Common Dog Poisons at Christmas
Chocolate
Chocolate poisoning in dogs is the type of poisoning most commonly reported to the Veterinary Poisons Information Service. Chocolate contains a powerful stimulant called theobromine, which is similar to caffeine. Signs of poisoning include vomiting, diarrhoea, dehydration, hyperactivity, high temperature and blood pressure, abnormal heart rhythm and tremors. If you suspect that your dog has been exposed to this poison seek veterinary care immediately. Some dogs may require rehydration and other veterinary treatment.
Grapes, raisins, sultanas and currants
Any quantity of these fruits can be toxic to dogs. Cooking or baking them (e.g. in cakes) does not reduce the risk of poisoning. Poisoning may initially result in vomiting and diarrhoea and subsequently in kidney failure (which may occur a few days after the initial effects) Please contact the surgery urgently if you suspect that your dog has been exposed to this poison.
At Christmas please remember to watch out for food items that contain the following
Chocolate Grapes, raisins, sultanas and or currants Peanuts Onions, garlic, leeks Xylitol (an artificial sweetener) Macadamia nuts
And also remember that chocolate is also toxic to other species including cats, rodents and rabbits.
Saturday December 24th 2011 9am - 12noon Sunday December 25th CLOSED Monday December 26th CLOSED Tuesday December 27th CLOSED Wednesday December 28th Open as normal
Saturday December 31st 9am – 12noon Sunday January 1st 2012 CLOSED Monday January 2nd 2012 CLOSED Tuesday January 3rd 2012 CLOSED Wednesday January 4th 2012 Open as normal
WAIST WATCHERS!
Like us our pets can easily put on some extra weight over the festive season. Mindless nibbling for us equates to us just giving our beloved pet the ‘odd’ treat! With extra people at home over the festive season and visitors popping in our pets usually receive a little more treats than normal. Whilst it is nice to be able to give these treats, like us it just makes for some hard work come the New Year to get the extra weight off again. So please can we ask that you keep an eye on how much extra your pet is getting, perhaps ask the household to nominate one or two people who are allowed to give treats to your pet and kindly ask visitors to refrain. During the festive season one of the most popular reasons for seeing an animal is sickness and diarrhoea usually from overeating rich foods, if this happens to be when we are closed this can be costly for you.
Santa Paws!
We have a selection of Christmas toys and treats for both dogs and cats in stock. We will not be able to re order any of the Christmas stock so once it’s gone, it’s gone!
WE WISH YOU A MERRY CHRISTMAS & A HAPPY NEW YEAR
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