Category: Pets Clinic

Qoday’s consumer is not only concerned about their physical and mental health, but also their pet’s health. In June 2022, Euromonitor International identified the top five trends in pet care. Both premiumization and well-being are on that list. The report revealed humanizing pets, owners are increasingly eager to provide them with high-quality, premium food and products. Premiumization involves giving pets foods made from ingredients people will accept on their own plates. As consumers are seeking for specific benefits from the products they purchase, brand owners are expanding their premium products with the aim of achieving higher margins. More than ever…

Last Friday evening, as drizzle fell on the tarmac, 10 passengers boarded a Gulfstream G4 headed from Teterboro Airport in New Jersey to Farnborough Airport, just southwest of London. They didn’t seem to notice the plush leather seats or the treats nestled in champagne flutes in the armrests. They also hadn’t particularly enjoyed clambering up the aircraft’s stairs. This was the inaugural flight of K9 Jets, a private jet charter company based in Birmingham, England, founded in response to both a growing desire among pet owners to travel with their animals and mounting frustration at the increasingly challenging process of…

Researchers have studied samples of raw pheasant dog food and have claimed that “the majority” contained “high levels of lead”. In a new study by researchers at the University of Cambridge, experts have said that dogs’ health could be put at risk by consuming raw pheasant dog food as “the majority” of tested samples contained “high levels of lead”. The scientists say that raw pheasant pet food could be a health risk if “consumed frequently” by dogs as lead is a toxic metal that negatively affects the body systems of people and animals. In particular, nervous systems can be affected…

One of Australia’s biggest companies to give thousands of staff two days of paid ‘bereavement leave’ if their pet dies, insiders claim CBA gives staff two days annually for pet emergencies Aus FairWork Ombudsman doesn’t guarantee any CBA earns the country’s sixth largest revenue By Zak Wheeler For Daily Mail Australia Published: 2:36 a.m. EDT, May 4, 2023 | Updated: 03:51AM EDT, May 4, 2023 Australia’s biggest set is to offer staff two days of paid leave if their pet dies or needs emergency medical care, according to company insiders. Anonymous employees at the Commonwealth Bank of Australia have claimed…

Dogs may be at risk of lead poisoning after “very high” concentrations from shotgun pellets were found in raw pheasant pet food. After testing out samples of raw pheasant dog food, researchers from the University of Cambridge discovered that the majority contained high levels of lead, which could put dogs’ health at risk if they ate it frequently. The researchers looked at 90 samples from UK dogs food products and found that more than three-quarters – 77% – had lead concentrations higher than the maximum residue level (MRL) permitted by law. How was the study conducted? The Cambridge scientists tested…

Rabbit poisoned by avocado demonstrates how this fruit can be dangerous to pets this holiday and beyond Cinco de Mayo festivities typically consist of indulging and food and drink such as tequila, tacos, and guacamole, the delicious dip made from avocados. However, it is important to note that this fruit and its leaves are highly toxic to many animals, including rabbits, birds, and large animals such as cows, goats, and sheep, according to the Pet Poison Helpline.1 Also, if the avocado pit is swallowed, it can cause a foreign body obstruction in the esophagus, stomach, or intestinal tract. “Avocados contain…

AROUND 90,000 people are living with dementia in Scotland. The condition impacts different people in different ways and, for most, support is crucial both for those affected and their loved-ones. 2 Make Time for a Cuppa this week But charity Dementia UK says the last few years have pushed care to crisis point. From today the organization is asking Scots to make Time for a Cuppa and support their fundraising campaign. Today Edinburgh-based Nurse Admiral Jenny Poynton urges people to take part so more people living with the disease can get the care they need and deserve. DEMENTIA is a…

Dr. Marcus, an emergency veterinarian who goes by @thefriendlyvet on TikTok, is sharing some words of wisdom with fellow dog owners, and his advice is definitely worth a listen. The vet has shared hundreds of videos to keep pet owners in the loop about their fur babies’ health and well-being. Sometimes, his TikToks offer basic hygiene tips, like properly cleaning a dog’s ears. Other times, he passes along important safety pointers to be aware of if your pet ever has a medical emergency. But one recent video that’s gotten a lot of attention is a post about the five things…