Get the latest user generated blogs from Pet Health Information! Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:07:07 GMT en-us http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/ technical@9xb.com PHP 5.2.17 http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/images/pethealth_logo.jpg http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/ Finally, an end to one of the biggest deterrents to using the London Underground - the statement at the top of the escalator that 'dogs must be carried'. Now granted I have defied that order on numerous occasions, skipping off down the left hand side without anyone noticed I had neglected to bring my rather large boxer in my arms - this must be even more of a worry for those without a back-up dog at home. In reality, the outdated byelaw requiring all dogs to be carried (yes, yes, I know that's what it means, but it isn't what it says!!) on escalators has finally changed for guide dogs. ... http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/32/dogs-must-be-carried.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/32/dogs-must-be-carried.html Mon, 03 Oct 2011 17:07:07 GMT The Mental Health Foundation are carrying out a fascinating survey in conjunction with Cats Protection. They are finding out if "being owned by a kitty" is good for your mental health. Go to http://svy.mk/nB10qX to take part... http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/31/mental-health-foundation-survey-on-benefits-of-cats.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/31/mental-health-foundation-survey-on-benefits-of-cats.html Fri, 22 Jul 2011 15:17:40 GMT A great article called "Pawprints: the health benefits of walking the dog" has appeared in the Daily Telegraph - the comment about revision time really resonates with me as my son is going through his A levels and my twin daughters through their GCSEs (it's good in my house!!). Dylan the boxer and Nelly the cat are finding their de-stressing and supplier of fresh air and exercise services being called upon bigtime! http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/30/daily-telegraph-article---pawprints-the-health-benefits-of-walking-the-dog.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/30/daily-telegraph-article---pawprints-the-health-benefits-of-walking-the-dog.html Tue, 01 Jun 2010 16:50:43 GMT If you're looking for something fun to do with your pet now that spring seems to have finally arrived, then have a look at the National Pet Month website to see what's on in your area. National Pet Month runs from 3 April right through to 3 May, so there's even plenty of time to think up your own event. There's loads of help on the website and if you become a supporter, you'll get a free event pack. If you do organise something, don't forget to register the event with National Pet Month, and to send them lots of lovely photos afterwards!... http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/29/national-pet-month-and-spring-is-here.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/29/national-pet-month-and-spring-is-here.html Tue, 06 Apr 2010 17:05:56 GMT Just thought I'd share this tale from the BBC website - thankfully with a happy ending - of Spike the Patterdale terrier who had an intact rubber duck surgically removed - 18 months after swallowing it! http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/28/a-stroke-of-good-duck.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/28/a-stroke-of-good-duck.html Mon, 01 Feb 2010 17:02:46 GMT While some of us welcomed the weather at first, and marvelled at our first real nationally-shared winter experience for many years - for many of us the snow has become an inconvenience at best and a hazard at worst. Some of us though, just want to have fun! Dylan sees no problem with asking for a game of footbal!! http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/27/snow-way-to-start-the-year.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/27/snow-way-to-start-the-year.html Mon, 11 Jan 2010 12:13:22 GMT So, the eminent publication New Scientist has got itself embroiled in the dogs v cats debate, on which are smarter. And, at the risk of the wrath of cat people, they put dogs on top, by a whisker. Its 'Great Pet Showdown' pits cats against dogs looking at brains, shared history, bonding, popularity, understanding, problem solving, vocalisation, tractability, supersenses, ecofriendliness and utility, with dogs just making a late bid on health benefits. New Scientist has asked for comments - what do you think? Or would you rate your rabbit or bearded dragon even higher? Don't forget tha... http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/26/dogs-v-cats---the-new-scientist-showdown.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/26/dogs-v-cats---the-new-scientist-showdown.html Mon, 14 Dec 2009 11:26:43 GMT Whan NOAH made the first pilot showing of the embryonic Pet Health Information website to pet care specialists, veterinary associations and companion animal charities nearly 2 years ago, we chose to do it at the Royal Society headquarters. We were very aware we had chose a place of great history, and evidence of scientific breakthroughs was all around. Now the Royal Society is celebrating 350 years of discovery, and there's a fascinating slide show - and further background information - on the BBC website highlighting some of the key moments. It really does make you think about some of the ... http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/25/350-years-of-the-royal-society.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/25/350-years-of-the-royal-society.html Mon, 30 Nov 2009 11:49:40 GMT Watching the X Factor over the weekend has made me very excited about our new Pet Factor competition, which we're launching on here imminenently. Those of you who've seen our Pet Factor You Tube auditions will have seen our very own Simon Howl making his own acerbic judgements.......but don't let that put you off! We're really looking forward to stories and even pictures explaining why your pet has the Pet Factor! http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/24/the-pet-factor.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/24/the-pet-factor.html Tue, 20 Oct 2009 17:29:02 GMT It has been a couple of weeks now, and finally I can write this - my handsome old cat Christie has died. We were not sure of his true age, but judging my what we were told by the rescue home he came from, we think he was around 15 (we had him when he was 8) - and only a month or so back we had been remarking on how well he was looking - summer coat through, gleaming, out and about and eating well. Then suddenly overnight he seemed to lose weight - not surprisingly, as he stopped eating. Last time this happened it was a tooth infection, and a course of antibiotics cured him almost immedia... http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/23/farewell-to-an-old-friend.html http://pethealthinfo.org.uk/blog/23/farewell-to-an-old-friend.html Thu, 21 May 2009 12:42:56 GMT