Abandoned animals

On our site I mentioned that sadly some people throw out their animal at Xmas for a new one. This has already happened. One kind soul left a cat enclosed in a box outside our Shop. Perhaps they thought it would be OK for the cat - but it isn't. The cat was extremely distressed and frighted out of its mind. Not only that, the cat couldn't just be taken to a cattery, its full, so several people spent many hours in looking after the cat and arranging a place of safety for it. It is not only cowardly but also cruel to abandon your pet in that way.
Imagine your distress if you were suddenly left in an enclosed space amongst strangers. You would wonder what you had done wrong and what was going to happen to you. I hope the cats owner has an enjoyable Xmas - his/her cat certainly will not.

Care with Christmas treats for your dog

Dogs are not noted for their restraint in eating everything in sight but some foods, whilst good or enjoyable for humans are bad for your pet.
DO NOT FEED YOUR DOG SCRAPS FROM THE TABLE rich and fatty foods can give stomach upsets and even can be toxic.
There could be bones in the scraps that can choke your pet.
Onions can cause anaemia
Alcohol might seem fun to give to your pet but you may kill him/her
GRAPES, RAISINS AND CHOCOLATE ARE POISON TO YOUR PET.  Eat enough of them and you will poison your pet. Only give them purpose made, dog/cat treats.
Do not let your pet drink the water from the Christmas tree bowl. That could make them sick.
But its not all be careful. Giving your dog cooked turkey or chicken without the skin (and of course bones), raw carrots or apples represent a treat for them and do them no harm in moderation

Rabbits

We all think that rabbits make wonderful pets. But they are social animals and like space, exercise and company. Please check out http://www.rabbitwelfare.co.uk/christmas_email/content.html

Badger culling

If you care about badgers (or even if you don't) please  look at the following link
http://www.rspca.org.uk/media/news/story/-/article/EM_On_the_14th_day_of_Christmas_a_badger_cull_is_confirmed_Dec11?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_content=badgervideo&utm_campaign=campaign

Please do not give a Puppy as a present

Sounds lovely doesn’t it? Buy some one a puppy. But its not a good idea. Here’s why.

Holiday pups/kittens can soon be forgotten, like toys and games.

They are living beings and as such need attention, feeding, taking for walks (puppies), medical treatment at times and so on.

They grow and grow and grow

If someone really thinks they want a pet buy them a book about dog,cat, rabbit etc ownership. Let them learn what care they need and if after Christmas it is certain that a pet is the right thing, choose one then

New homes found

Four of the Lurcher puppies have now found homes. Charlie the cat has a new home in Somerset and Fuzz Ball the puppy who had been tormented by youths has made a lot of friends and soon will be on his way to a new home.

Christmas and your pet

Dogs and cats are curious. They will want to examine anything new - that means the Christmas decorations.

They may chew and swallow foreign objects, i.e the decorations

They may chew electric wires  so keep them tucked away

Plants and dangling objects may attract their attention resulting in them being pulled down and perhaps injuring your pet.

DO NOT LEAVE PETS  UNATTENDED WITH  LIT CANDLES

If you are having  a large party or gathering then give your pet a refuge, a spare room, a crate or their bed, away from all the noise. Lots of people could cause injury to your pet if a guest accidentally steps on him.

Dogs and cats are curious. They will want to examine anything new - that means the Christmas decorations.

They may chew and swallow foreign objects, i.e the decorations

They may chew electric wires  so keep them tucked away

Plants and dangling objects may attract their attention resulting in them being pulled down and perhaps injuring your pet.

DO NOT LEAVE PETS  UNATTENDED WITH  LIT CANDLES

If you are having  a large party or gathering then give your pet a refuge, a spare room, a crate or their bed, away from all the noise. Lots of people could cause injury to your pet if a guest accidentally steps on him.

Dogs and cats are curious. They will want to examine anything new - that means the Christmas decorations.

They may chew and swallow foreign objects, i.e the decorations

They may chew electric wires  so keep them tucked away

Plants and dangling objects may attract their attention resulting in them being pulled down and perhaps injuring your pet.

DO NOT LEAVE PETS  UNATTENDED WITH  LIT CANDLES

If you are having  a large party or gathering then give your pet a refuge, a spare room, a crate or their bed, away from all the noise. Lots of people could cause injury to your pet if a guest accidentally steps on him.