by Yasmin | 19 Jul, 2021 | Blog, News
🔹 PDWRA is Now on Twitter! 🔹
The Pug Dog Welfare & Rescue Association’s social media footprint is growing!
Sharing further, advice, news and updates already regularly posted on Facebook and Instagram.
Our new Twitter account can be found by searching for ‘PDWRA’ or ‘Pug_Welfare’ : https://twitter.com/pug_welfare
With conversations around pug-health, well-being & pug fun, as well as offering another hub for you, our pug-loving community to connect with us.
We welcome followers on all our sites, and very much look forward to your tweets now, too!📧🤗🐾
https://twitter.com/pug_welfare
https://www.instagram.com/pdwra/
https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/
by Yasmin | 16 Jul, 2021 | Blog, Pug Health
The promised heatwave is here!
-Don’t forget to adjust your pugs daily routines, they are 6 times more likely to get heatstroke compared to other breeds, even just from sitting in the heat for too long.
-Walk them very early or late or not at all.
-Never leave them in confined spaces that can heat up quickly, cars or conservatories.
-Know the signs of overheating; excessive panting, confusion, bright red gums, vomiting or diarrhoea and how to cool them down safely.
-Give them cold water to drink (never ice, it may cause shock), space, shade & ventilation. Place then on a wet towel.
-If symptoms persist or deteriorate consult a vet immediately.
Enjoy the summer weather, safely! 😎🐾
https://pugwelfare-rescue.org.uk/pug-health/
Further Information links:
https://www.dogstrust.org.uk/help-advice/dog-care/warm-weather-advice
https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/health-and-dog-care/health/health-and-care/a-z-of-health-and-care-issues/heatstroke-in-dogs/
by Yasmin | 14 Jul, 2021 | Blog, Pug Health
A summertime hazard to be aware of, while walking your dog in grassy areas, is grass seeds.
They may seem harmless but as they are small and sharp can become embedded under their skin where they can cause further problems.
Feet, toes and ears are where they are commonly be found, but can attach anywhere on their fur and burrow down to their skin or even get inside their ears, so please check your dog afterwards.
Watch out for excessive licking, discomfort or limping as they do need to be removed as soon as possible and may need vet assistance.
For more information, please see:
https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/grassseeds
https://www.bluecross.org.uk/pet-advice/grass-seeds-and-dogs
by Yasmin | 11 Jul, 2021 | Blog
There’s no avoiding this historic event today, the Euros Cup Final!
Here are our PDWRA supporters, Wilson & Frank getting into the spirit.
All Paws are crossed!
by Yasmin | 6 Jul, 2021 | Blog, Rescue Stories
PDWRA was approached by Mike’s owner as he needed advice & guidance on rehoming his beloved dog due to fast-changing family circumstances, but Mike wasn’t a full pug! Though not quite the expectation for a pug home, we felt we could help and drew upon all our resources to get him to the welcoming home we had.
Here’s Mike’s new Mum’s account of him:
“Meet Mike the Magnificent! A 7 yr old, 20 kilo pug x bulldog mix with matinee idol good looks and big loving eyes that say you are his one and only!💕
Mike is extremely gentle with other dogs, non-reactive to adults, small children, the bustling city, loud noises and forest creatures. He walks beautifully on lead and off, is good with all basic commands, only ever barks to let you know it’s potty time. Mike is a food enthusiast and will happily debate you in his scooby-doo voice over the clock reading “meal time!” 🍗
On the whole, all Mike wants is a comfortable lap and an afternoon nap. Every day he becomes brighter and more comical as he discovers toys, treats, play dates, wild swimming & warm baths. He is stage 5 clinger for sure, always at your feet, keeping you in his sights, but that’s because he wants you to know he LOVES you, and he means Forever💕.
Mike has the biggest heart (in a rather big pug body!).” 😉😆🐾
