South West Animal Nutrition - UK

18/05/2022

New research has revealed the health of pugs is now different and largely worse than other dogs.

24/04/2022

Has your dog got allergies? Would you know❓

Often our dogs can suffer from all kinds of allergies without us even knowing. Dogs are very hardy and are good at hiding ailments or just carrying on every day although suffering with common allergies.

Your dog cannot talk, so it is your responsibility as the owner to make sure that you are doing everything possible to treat your dog for any possible allergies. This will not only allow your pet to be happier and more comfortable, but could also lead to a longer life.

Identifying the cause of the allergy is the first step to getting rid of the problem. Here at Redpaw we can enable you to establish the root cause and help you to understand how good natural nutrition and supplements can make a huge difference to improving health.

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Please remember it’s always important to work closely with your vet if your dog has any medical conditions or medications.

22/04/2022

26/01/2022

The stomach flu can pack a big punch. We know that this unforgiving sickness spreads crazy fast between people, but are our dogs at risk too? Can dogs get the stomach flu?

14/11/2021

02/10/2021

Freebie superfoods right on our doorsteps.

Next time you’re out on a nature walk with your dog(s) why not pick a few blackberries to share with your dog.

29/08/2021

Unconditional love ❤️

06/07/2021

VETERINARY FLEA PRODUCTS POTENTIALLY CAUSING WIDESPREAD CONTAMINATION OF ENGLISH RIVERS

A new study, due to be published in February 2021, has highlighted widespread contamination of English rivers with two toxic pesticides commonly used in flea and tick pet treatments - fipronil and imidacloprid. The concentrations of these products were often found to be at levels well above safety thresholds and likely to impact aquatic ecosystems. The use of both these chemicals in agriculture had been limited because of their toxic effects on insects, birds, fish, mammals and other creatures.

Fipronil and imidacloprid are commonly used, either alone or in combination with other parasiticides, in pet flea and tick control products including spot-on solutions, topical sprays and collars. Millions of dogs and cats are routinely treated in the UK multiple times per year.

The researchers examined the occurrence of fipronil, fipronil metabolites and imidacloprid in 20 English rivers from 2016 to 2018. The sites immediately downstream of wastewater treatment works had the highest levels of fipronil and imidacloprid, suggesting that significant quantities of the pesticides from veterinary flea products may go from household water to waste treatment plants and then enter rivers. It appears that after pets receive treatment, the chemicals can wash off into bathwater, or from washing hands, pet bedding or other surfaces that have come into contact with treated pets. They then leak from wastewater treatment plants into nearby waters, killing wildlife. Imidacloprid and other neonicotinoids are known to be associated with plummeting bee numbers around the world, causing brain damage that affects their ability to forage for nectar and pollen.

The research findings suggest the need for a re-evaluation of the environmental risks associated with the use of companion animal parasiticide products, and the environmental impact assessments that these products undergo prior to regulatory approval. A more judicious and risk-based approach, giving serious consideration to both the risks posed by parasites and the environmental risks associated with the use of these products, may be necessary if environmental harm is to be avoided. The introduction of stricter prescription-only regulations, and updated guidance for veterinary surgeons and sellers of flea and tick treatments on the provision of these products for pet owners, in which environmental risks are made explicit, might also be considered.
You can read the abstract here: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S0048969720370911

09/06/2021

Great summer competition with Redpaw Pet Supplies and

02/06/2021

🐾 The Joys of Owning a Cat 🐾

Owning a cat can bring unconditional love and companionship to your life. Having a feline friend can also help to relieve stress and improve your heart health.

🐈‍⬛ The health benefits of cats 🐈

While owning any pet can provide a myriad of health benefits, there are some benefits that are specific to cats.

They can:

Lower stress and anxiety. Cat owners know how one session of petting or playing with their cat can turn a bad day into a good one. Scientific evidence also shows that a cat’s purr can calm your nervous system and lower your blood pressure.

Improve your cardiovascular health. Cat owners have been reported to carry a lower risk for heart disease and stroke.

Prevent allergies. You always hear about cat hair being one of the most common allergens. However, if a child is exposed to cats within the first few years of life, they are more likely to develop an immune system that combats not only cat allergies but other kinds of allergens as well.

Reduce feelings of loneliness. Cats make great companion animals. They offer an unconditional love that can be equal to (or sometimes even greater than) many human friends and confidants.

Reference: https://www.helpguide.org