Pet Topic This month it is National Pet Month
I have a lovely photo of my mum from the 1960’s, hugging tight her pet mongrel, Sally. She loved that dog, treated her like one of the family and was devastated when she finally had to be put to sleep due to the effects of old age. Now suffering from old age herself, mum can no longer care for a dog but still enjoys the companionship of her pet budgie Bernard, who gets to hear about her day and always chirps back in reply.
Pets can play a key role in a person’s life, providing companionship, affection and even protection. Children who keep a pet get the opportunity to learn how to love, care about and be responsible for another living creature. Caring for their pet helps in the development of self discipline.
They say that a dog is a man’s best friend and never is this truer than in the case of working and assistance companion animals. Chosen for their social nature, dogs work closely with people in a variety of roles including law enforcement, search and rescue, and farming. As assistance animals, dogs provide help for the visually and hearing impaired, serve as an alert system for impending seizures, and offer additional strength and mobility for the physically disabled. Dogs also provide comfort for some people suffering emotional difficulties.
As a child I remember the Blue Peter team showing me and thousands of others how to prepare my tortoise for hibernation during the winter months. Nowadays there are a myriad of professional services available to help us care for our precious pets. From pet sitting to micro-chipping, there is somebody out there who can do it all!
Starting 1st April is National Pet Month, an annual event that brings together pet lovers, animal welfare charities, professional bodies
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and pet businesses. Throughout the UK until 7th May fun-filled events are being held to help improve the welfare of pets. If you’d like to take part, visit
www.nationalpetmonth.org. uk for further details.
Top Ten Tips for Responsible Pet Ownership •
Think carefully before getting a pet and learn about its special requirements.
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Ensure your pet is socialised and well trained.
Provide a nutritious and well balanced diet.
Provide suitable housing and bedding.
• Clean up after your pet and worm it regularly.
Protect against diseases. Your vet can provide you with advice.
Prevent unwanted litters and neuter your pet when appropriate. Groom your pet regularly.
• Control your pet and ensure it is properly identified.
Take out pet insurance for dogs, cats, rabbits and horses to cover unexpected veterinary fees and third-party liability.
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