Keep a spring in their step

Seasonal hazards and simple tips to help protect your pet this spring.

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Common outdoor dangers on springtime walks

Longer, warmer days mean more time outdoors – and a fresh set of hazards underfoot and in the hedgerows. Here's what to look out for on a spring walk, and what to do if your pet runs into trouble.

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Bee and wasp stings

Bee and wasp stings can range from mildly uncomfortable to potentially serious for pets. While most stings result in short-lived pain, more severe immune reactions can cause serious swelling around the head and neck.

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Toxic plants and flowers

If you have a cat, it's important to know which flowers to avoid to keep your feline friend safe. Lilies, daffodils, tulips, hyacinths, amaryllis, rhododendrons, azaleas and buttercups are just some of the types to avoid completely.

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Grass seeds

Grass seeds can easily embed themselves in dogs' paws, ears or skin. Their barbed structure allows them to burrow deeper, sometimes causing infections or discomfort.

Spring pet safety made simple

Spring may be the nation's favourite season, but it also brings a rise in pet emergencies – our call volumes climb over the Easter weekend alone. Our downloadable dog and cat infographics show what to keep out of reach, from spring flowers and cocoa mulch to hot cross buns.

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This Spring, watch out for these dog hazards

Read, download and add our spring hazards infographic to your own social media accounts to help spread the word.

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This Spring, watch out for these cat hazards

Read, download and add our spring hazards infographic to your own social media accounts to help spread the word.