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Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets
Training and Behaviour, Rescue, Pet Health and Wellbeing, Enrichment Elizabeth . Training and Behaviour, Rescue, Pet Health and Wellbeing, Enrichment Elizabeth .

Decompressing After Adoption: A Guide for Long-Term Rescue Pets

Rescue life is a survival game for many pets. From 'kennel stress' to behavioural survival strategies, long-term stays in shelters can leave a lasting mark on dogs and cats. Discover how to understand these changes, why some behaviours vanish the moment they get home, and how we are supporting local rescues through our new Rescue Pledge.

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Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter
Pet Lifestyle and Holidays, Pet Health and Wellbeing, Training and Behaviour Elizabeth . Pet Lifestyle and Holidays, Pet Health and Wellbeing, Training and Behaviour Elizabeth .
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Managing the Mayhem: A Guide to A Pet-Safe Easter

While we love the spirit of the holiday, the physical and nutritional hazards for pets are real. Did you know that even the pollen from an Easter Lily can be fatal to cats? Or that "sugar-free" treats often contain Xylitol, a deadly toxin for dogs? In this post, we break down the "No-Go" food list, safety checklists for your home, and how to manage overstimulated pets when guests arrive.

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