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11/06/2026

Here is why your dog's nails should not be too long!

Health and Comfort Risks

* Painful pressure: Long nails push back into the nail bed when walking.
* Altered posture: Dogs shift their weight backward to avoid discomfort.
* Joint damage: Abnormal walking positions cause strain on hips and spine.
* Deformed paws: Chronic long nails can permanently change paw structure.

Injury and Infection Risks.

* Painful tears: Long nails easily catch on carpets, roots, or blankets.
* Inward growth: The dewclaws can curl around and pierce the skin.
* Infections: Torn or ingrown nails allow bacteria to enter the paw.
* Reduced traction: Long nails make dogs slip and slide on smooth floors.

The "Quick" Problem

* Elongated quicks: The internal blood vessel grows longer alongside the nail.
* Difficult trimming: Longer quicks make it harder to shorten the nails safely later.

09/06/2026

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25/05/2026

Heatstroke in dogs is a life-threatening emergency

Watch for excessive, frantic panting,

Thick/sticky drool, and a change in gum color (bright red or pale/gray).

As the condition worsens, dogs may experience vomiting, diarrhea, unsteadiness, seizures, or collapse.

Recognizing the exact signs can save your dog's life.



Symptoms are generally grouped by severity:

Early Warning Signs (Heat Exhaustion) Excessive panting: Rapid, heavy, or noisy open-mouthed breathing.

Drooling: Excess saliva that often becomes thick and sticky.

Agitation: Pacing, restlessness, or constantly seeking shade or water.

Advanced, Life-Threatening Stages

Neurological Distress: Stumbling, stumbling, staggering, or signs of confusion (dizziness).

Collapse: Inability to stand or utter unresponsiveness.

Severe Complications: Muscle tremors, seizures, or coma.

What To Do:

If you suspect your dog has heatstroke, act immediately:

Move them to a shaded or air-conditioned area right away.

Cool them down slowly by wetting their fur with cool (not ice-cold) water.

Offer water, but do not force them to drink.

Seek veterinary care immediately. Even if your dog seems to recover, they require urgent monitoring for internal organ damage.

20/05/2026

WE ARE OPENING NEW SPOTS FOR THE SOCIALIZATION GROUP IN MARBELLA.
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ABRIMOS PLAZAS PARA EL GRUPO DE SOCIALIZACIÓN POR MARBELLA.
HORARIO: 9.30-11.30(APROX)🐶
Contactame para mas información!

18/05/2026

The Danger of Grass Foxtails (Espiguillas) for Pets in Spain, grass foxtails (locally known as espiguillas or espigas) pose a severe and dangerous threat to pets, especially during the dry season. Due to the hot Spanish climate, wild grasses – such as wall barley – quickly dry out into hard, golden-yellow needles. These seeds have microscopic barbs, meaning they can only move in one direction: deeper into the animal's body.Critical Danger Zones and SymptomsEars: Foxtails easily crawl into the ear canal, which can lead to a perforated eardrum. Symptoms: Sudden head shaking, tilting the head to one side, or whining when touched.Between the Toes: The sharp tips easily pierce the thin skin between the paw pads. Once inside, the seed can migrate up the leg under the skin. Symptoms: Constant paw licking, limping, or a painful swelling/abscess between the toes.Eyes: A seed trapped behind the eyelid can severely scratch or puncture the cornea. Symptoms: Squinting, excessive tearing, or rapid swelling of the eye.Nose: Pets can inhale these seeds while sniffing around in tall grass. Symptoms: Violent, sudden sneezing fits, sometimes accompanied by nasal discharge or blood.Skin and Coat: Especially in long-haired or curly-coated breeds (like the Spanish Water Dog), foxtails catch onto the fur and can burrow directly through the skin, causing deep, painful infections and fistulas.Prevention and Immediate ActionAvoid High-Risk Areas: Stay away from unmaintained fields with tall, dried-out, golden-yellow grass.Post-Walk Inspection: Thoroughly check your pet after every walk. Pay close attention to the paws (between the toes), ears, groin, and underarms.Trim the Fur: Keep the hair between the paw pads and around the ears trimmed short during the summer months.See a Vet Immediately: If you suspect a foxtail has entered your pet's body, do not wait. These seeds do not dissolve and must often be removed under sedation by a veterinarian using specialized tools.

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