Dog Ends

11/12/2025

We’ll be joining in! 🐶 🎄

The season of giving is here — and at DogFest, we’re launching The 12 Tails of Christmas! 🎅🐾

Over the next few weeks, we’ll spotlight 12 incredible UK charities doing amazing work for animals ! 🐶

And here’s where you come in…
❤️ Every like on our 12 Tails posts = £1 donated to the featured charity (up to £250).

Your double tap could help change the life of a pup in need. 🫶🏻

Stay tuned, show your support, and let’s make this Christmas a little brighter for those who need it most. ✨🎄🐶

05/11/2025

It’s that time of year again 🎇 🔥

Skipping the firework display to hunker down with your pets this evening? Be a Kind Spark and make sure to tune in to Charlotte Hawkins from 5pm-9pm for Classic FM Pet Classics.

A non-stop, live playlist of peaceful melodies by some of classical music’s best-loved composers will be on hand to help you and your animals relax and unwind 🎵

Classic FM is available across the UK on Global Player, 100-102 FM, DAB digital radio and TV, and at ClassicFM.com: https://bit.ly/48sbXFe

13/10/2025

Fireworks season is almost here and we want you and your pooches to be prepared! 🐶 We have some top tips for you but we'd also love to know what you already do to keep your dogs safe and calm during the fireworks? 🎆

More tips: https://bit.ly/4nDv3Au

[Image description: An infographic sharing top tips on how to be prepared for the fireworks. The advice includes planning ahead and finding out when your local displays are happening, speaking to your vet for their advice, adjusting your walkies and feeding schedule so you and your dog will be inside before any fireworks begin and finally creating a safe space for your dog with toys and treats.]

22/08/2025

With the summer bank holiday weekend just around the corner, we're reminding dog owners about the dangers of leaving your pet in a hot car 🚗

Leaving your dog in a hot car for even a few minutes can have deadly consequences. It's not just hot cars that owners need to be aware of, your dog can also develop life-threatening heatstroke on a hot walk - both require first-aid and emergency veterinary treatment.

If you are taking your dog out in the car, make sure the car is well ventilated throughout with a continuous supply of cool air, that they have access to fresh water, shade, and ways to stay cool like a cooling mat. Never leave them unattended.

Remember: Flat-faced, fluffy, overweight, young, senior, long-haired, and giant breeds are more at risk of developing heatstroke! ⚠️

Get informed ➡️ https://pdsa.me/J0aK

[Visual description: A Jack Russell Terrier is standing up in the back seat of a car. The dog is wearing a black harness which is connected to the car seat's seatbelt. Above the dog is the words: "Dogs die in hot cars" along with two warning symbol emojis.]

11/08/2025

We will never tire of sharing these sorts of posts! Please please be careful in the heat. No walk is worth heat stroke or burns.

Dogs never died from missing a walk ⚠️

If the pavement is too hot for your hand for five seconds, it's definitely too hot for paws. During a spell of hot weather, stick to walks at dusk and dawn to avoid burnt paw pads and heat-related illnesses, and if in doubt, don't go out.

Make sure you're clued up on the risk factors and symptoms of heatstroke, and the steps to take if your dog is overheating: https://bit.ly/3ZyghAU

Please share this vital reminder to help protect our canine companions in hot weather 🔁

25/06/2025

ℹ️ VERY important up to date information ℹ️

A quick reminder that no dog died from missing a walk, but many dogs have died as a result of being exercised in hot weather!

I've treated many dogs with heat stroke and it is often fatal, which is heartbreaking for the owners.

Dogs really struggle in the heat - they cannot sweat so they cool themselves down by panting.

☀️ Dogs die quickly in hot cars - even if they're only left for a few minutes!

☀️Dogs often get heat stroke on hot walks

☀️Animals can get heatstroke if they have no access to cool water

10 times as many dogs present for veterinary care for heatstroke after being exercised in hot weather than present following being entrapped in a car.

Flat-faced breeds such as pugs or French bulldogs are at an even bigger risk of heatstroke.

❌Do not leave animals in hot cars
❌ Ensure they aren't locked in rooms with no ventilation
❌ Provide access to plenty of cool, clean water
❌Do not exercise in the heat

If a dog is collapsed from heatstroke you should:

✅ Bring your dog inside into a shady, well ventilated, cool room
✅Call your local vets and follow their instructions
✅Cool them down by pouring cold water on them
✅ Offer them a small drink of cool water, don't allow they to lap up huge quantities at once in case they vomit
✅ Travel to the vets in a cold, air-conditioned car

There's loads more useful info on preventing and treating heatstroke at Veterinary Voices UK!

14/04/2025

IMPORTANT HEAT STROKE INFORMATION!
With the warmer days (sometimes) approaching, please read the most up to date information HERE on what to do if you suspect your dog has heatstroke:
https://www.vetvoices.co.uk/post/cool-icy-cold-or-tepid?

Let us investigate the myth behind cooling animals with heat stroke with tepid water.Although it is generally agreed that rapid, effective cooling increases survival in heat stroke, there continues to be debate on the optimal cooling method. As with many things, we often find ourselves with lots of....

06/03/2025

Crufts has started and happy dogs or tails are what we are about!

We hope you’re as excited as we are!

It’s day 1 of Crufts and we need videos and pictures of your dogs to show live on Channel 4!

Today’s theme is ‘Happy Dogs' 🐶

Send your pictures & videos by adding them in the comments below this post. Or you can send them directly to the studio to Clare Balding on our exclusive Whatsapp number on 01135 184 657.

Send them over and your dog may be one of the stars of today’s show on our ‘Social Cube’

02/11/2023

We share this every year and can’t recommend it enough to pet owners.
Classical music has been tried and tested in veterinary practices and proven to work on dogs and cats! 🎶 🐶 🐱

Pets scared by the fireworks? Come and join us for two nights of calming classical music, in the musical sanctuary we call Pet Classics. 🐾

📻 Saturday 4 and Sunday 5 November, 5-9pm.

11/10/2023

Would you know how to deal with a dog attack? 🐶⚠️

Dogs don’t go around looking to attack others, and a well-socialised dog will not normally be actively aggressive towards other dogs 🙅‍♀️ But, any dog can become aggressive if they are afraid and feel there is no other way out of the situation.

This can be due to a current perceived threat or even past experience making them uncomfortable 😟

It can be really distressing if a dog becomes aggressive. Obviously your main concern is the welfare of your furry friend, but there are a few important things you need to do if your dog or a person is a victim of a dog bite.

Here’s our Vets advice: 👉 http://pdsa.me/qdrx

21/09/2023

Muzzle training is a brilliant way to make your dog just as excited to see their muzzle come out as their lead! Dogs learn through play and positive experiences, start now to make them comfortable and relaxed in the future!

📣🐕 Muzzle training with our experts

If you own an American Bully XL type dog, you can start preparing them for the restrictions by making sure they are trained to happily wear a muzzle.

We’re offering free online sessions to help you do this and will cover:
👉 information about the most suitable types of muzzle
👉 how to ensure a good fit
👉 how to teach your dog to enjoy wearing their muzzle.

Book now 👉 https://bit.ly/3RsuUCw

Our expert trainers have muzzle trained thousands of dogs in our care and can answer any other questions you might have about how to prepare for any upcoming changes affecting you and your dog.

These sessions are designed to support owners of American Bully XLs in light of the recent news, but all dog owners are welcome to attend. It’s useful for all dogs to be able to wear a muzzle comfortably – for those who are anxious at vet visits, for dogs who like to eat undesirable things on a walk or to keep other dogs and people safe if dogs are worried.