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<title><![CDATA[The Pet Health Partnership]]></title>
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<title><![CDATA[Autumn Hazards]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Dogs

Autumn can be one of the best times for lovely walks with our furry friends. With crunchy leaves, fallen conkers and other delights to explore, the season offers plenty of enrichment. Sadly there are also a few hidden risks to watch out for. To keep your dog safe this season we&rsquo;ve rounded up the top autumn hazards to watch out for.

1. Conkers and Acorns

These can be dangerous if eaten as they contain tannins which can cause vomiting and diarrhoea and in large quantities, kidn&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/autumn-hazards/</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 13 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[How To Keep Your Pet Calm During The Firework Season]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Bonfire night can be great fun for us, but for our pets it can be incredibly stressful. The loud, sudden bangs, flashes of light and strange smells can cause fear and anxiety. There are, however, a number of things we can do to help our furry friends stay calm during the festivities:


	In the week leading up to Bonfire night create a safe &ldquo;den&rdquo; or hiding place. Ideally this should be in a room in the centre of the house where outdoor noise is least heard. Place blankets, beds, an&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/how-to-keep-your-pet-calm-during-the-firework-season/</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 12 Oct 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[PHP At Leisure]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[When you work in this profession, you are very aware of the intensity of the job. &nbsp;The life and death decisions which need to be made on a daily basis and the concentration the vets and nurses need to apply to their jobs.

To balance this very serious side of their lives, the hobbies and interests are also very important to everybody.&nbsp;

People who visit our premises often remark on our bird feeding station and like to watch the variety of wild birds that come to feed; blue and long&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/php-at-leisure/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/php-at-leisure/</guid>
<pubDate>Mon, 14 Sep 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[I Have Just Found A Lump]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[I have found a lump &ndash; should I be worried?

Finding a lump or bump on our pets can be very concerning, but don&rsquo;t panic! Lumps of all kind from harmless skin tags to malignant tumours are common occurrances in our pets, and with the appropriate investigation and treatment do not affect their quality of life.

What are the most common lumps?

There are many different causes of lumps on the skin. Here are the most common:

Infection&nbsp;

Abcesses often present as a lump that&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/skin-1/</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 17 Aug 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Activities to do inside with your pets whilst it’s too hot outside!!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Unfortunately, with the soaring temperatures outside our pets are spending more time indoors to try and stay cool. Here are just a few suggestions to keep them happy and entertained during the warmer weather. Always supervise your pets during any activity and keep play sessions short (10-15 minutes) to allow plenty of rest too.


	Always make sure your pet has access to plenty of cool water.
	Hide and Seek Games- hiding favourite treats, kibble or toys around the house and teaching the &lsqu&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/activities-to-do-inside-with-your-pets-whilst-it-s-too-hot-outside/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/activities-to-do-inside-with-your-pets-whilst-it-s-too-hot-outside/</guid>
<pubDate>Thu, 23 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Skin]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Oh that pesky itch!!

Ever had an itch that just won&rsquo;t go away?

This is sometimes how our pets feel.

Does your dog frequently


	scratch, lick or chew their paws, armpits, groin, or base of tail?
	Rub their faces along the furniture
	Shake their head or scratch their ears
	Have red / watery eyes
	Have brown stains on their fur


Does your cat frequently


	overgroom / lick and bite their skin
	have bald patches, often on their tummy, legs and base of their tail
	have&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/skin/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/skin/</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The Real Salt Path & Other Stories]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[As I have mentioned before, working on a Reception can result in some very interesting conversations with clients.

Last Friday, I had a lady waiting to see the vet who, mentioned in passing, that she was in a bit of a hurry and had driven up from Cornwall.&nbsp; Immediately I asked her which part of Cornwall, as it is a favourite place of mine.&nbsp; She said she had just dropped her husband off at Heartland Quay as he was walking the coastal path.

I said how much I had enjoyed the book an&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/the-real-salt-path-and-other-stories/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/the-real-salt-path-and-other-stories/</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 03 Jul 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Summer Safety]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Summer is here!! For us and our furry friends, this means lots more outdoor fun! To help your pets stay safe this summer, please take a look at our tips and advice on avoiding Summer dangers.

Hot Weather&nbsp;

Dogs find it much harder to cool down compared to humans. Dogs such as Brachycephalic dogs, (eg. Boxer, Pug, Bulldog) overweight dogs or dogs with any laryngeal disease will find it even harder. This can lead to heatstroke which can be fatal.

Signs of heatstroke&nbsp;


	Increa&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/summer-safety/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/summer-safety/</guid>
<pubDate>Tue, 23 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The Purrfect Father’s Day Gift]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[My elderly Dad, having lost my Mum a couple of years earlier, was in need of companionship.&nbsp; As a family we all took turns to keep him company, do his shopping and clean, but an empty house at night is quite lonely.&nbsp; Dad was an independent man who had always liked to keep busy and had had many interests in his life, but as he got towards his mid-eighties, found he was getting more housebound. The latest bout of flu had Dad confronting his plight and when we suggested a daily nurse to v&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/the-purrfect-father-s-day-gift/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/the-purrfect-father-s-day-gift/</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 10 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Urine – Why Do We Want Your Pet’s Urine And How You Get It!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[You may have been asked by us to get a sample of your pet&rsquo;s urine for us to analyse. Here we will tell you why and how to actually obtain that sample!

Urinalysis &ndash; Why we want that wee!

This is a routine test which reports the physical and chemical properties of urine. It is used to assess the health of the kidneys and urinary system but can also yield information about other organ systems, for example it is very important in the diagnosis of diabetes. It is a very valuable tes&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/urine-why-do-we-want-your-pet-s-urine-and-how-you-get-it/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/urine-why-do-we-want-your-pet-s-urine-and-how-you-get-it/</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 03 Jun 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[The Terror Of Ticks]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Ticks are blood sucking ectoparasites which are a member of the arachnid family and can pose a risk to your pet all year round but are particularly active during the warmer months between April-September.&nbsp;

Ticks are commonly found within habitats with long grass and woodland but are often found in gardens with a high prevalence of wildlife such as hedgehogs and foxes.&nbsp;

Presentation

Prior to feeding, ticks resemble small black spiders which crawl over your pet looking for a pla&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/the-terror-of-ticks/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/the-terror-of-ticks/</guid>
<pubDate>Wed, 06 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[A Forever Home]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(and they called it Puppy Love)

In recent times, we have started to work with a wonderful local dog charity called Mikey&rsquo;s Dog Rescue.&nbsp; At the helm of this business is the charismatic Michaela, who is totally dedicated in her mission to help dogs find their perfect home.

Michaela is a force of nature and is often seen nurturing a new dog from a troubled background, training them when necessary and ensuring they are healthy and vet-checked;&nbsp; we have built up a good relations&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/a-forever-home/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/a-forever-home/</guid>
<pubDate>Sun, 03 May 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[EU Pet Passports - New Rules]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[There have been some sudden new rule changes to the use of EU pet passports to travel into the EU from GB.

As of 22nd April 2026, EU passports are ONLY valid if the owner&rsquo;s main residence is within the EU. This means that EU vets can no longer issue passports unless they are satisfied that you live in the EU, and also that previously issued EU passports may no longer be valid if your main residence is in GB.

Animal Health Certificates are now the only way for GB residents to travel i&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/eu-pet-passports-new-rules/</link>
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<pubDate>Sat, 25 Apr 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Pumpkin]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(the cat from the wrong side of the tracks!)

Eighteen years ago, when I started at PHP, I was introduced to Pumpkin.&nbsp; Pumpkin was a longterm patient, a feral kitten with ringworm and cat flu and had been rescued by a member of the public. A tortie and white short haired cat;&nbsp; a cat with definite catitude who was not in appreciation of her captivity&hellip;.even if it was for her own good.

Whenever anyone walked near the cage, Pumpkin could be heard miaowing loudly, swearing her s&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/pumpkin/</link>
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<pubDate>Mon, 09 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Wellness checks – a full MOT for your pet!]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Wellness checks are routine medical examinations for your pet who appears healthy, to enable us to catch hidden health issues before they become dangerous.

Animals are very good at hiding illness until they reach crisis point. In fact surveys have shown that two out of three pets have health issues their owners don&rsquo;t know about. Early detection means treatment can be started sooner to prevent or slow disease progression helping our pets live longer, healthier and happier lives.

What &hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/wellness-checks-a-full-mot-for-your-pet/</link>
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<pubDate>Thu, 05 Mar 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Looking After Your Pet’s Teeth At Home]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[Preventitive dental care for our pets is massively important - whether that is brushing their teeth or booking in for a routine descale and polish. These things will help to keep your pet&rsquo;s teeth free from plaque and therefore bacteria, protecting the health of the teeth for longer.

Did you know that by 3 years old, 85% of our pet population will have periodontal disease of some kind. Advanced dental disease can also be responsible for heart and kidney disease. There are lots of things &hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/looking-after-your-pet-s-teeth-at-home/</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 24 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Pet Blood Samples]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[My vet at PHP has recommended a blood sample from my pet.

What does this mean?

Having a blood sample taken from your pet is advised for many reasons as it give is an indication of what is going on inside the body.

Your pet might require a routine blood test or just be under the weather, or a bit quiet, not eating as much as normal, or generally unwell.

What is the next step?

Your PHP Vet will discuss what type of tests are needed, when this can be arranged, when you will get the r&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/blood-samples/</link>
<guid>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/blood-samples/</guid>
<pubDate>Fri, 20 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Our Dog Friendly Clinic]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[PHP has recently joined the Dog Friendly Clinic Scheme through a collaborative project between Dogs Trust and the British Veterinary Behaviour Association. This means the practice now holds a Dog Friendly accreditation. But what does that really mean, and are not all veterinary clinics dog friendly?

To be a Dog Friendly Clinic, a member of the veterinary team must complete training in multiple areas, with the aim of combining veterinary care with canine behaviour to ensure our practice is a c&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/our-dog-friendly-clinic/</link>
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<pubDate>Tue, 10 Feb 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Wildlife Rescue]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[(A walk on the wild side)

Working at PHP, besides our many domestic pets, we also see various wild animals and liaise with the dedicated people that work for these concerns.

One of our enduring charities is the Hedgehog Rescue who originally based in Hamworthy have been bequeathed a wonderful donation to enable them to open a beautiful care/rescue centre near Bere Regis. Hedgehog Rescue are passionate about their work and will nurture the tiniest hedgehogs back to health, underweight hedge&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/wildlife-rescue/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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<title><![CDATA[Let's Get Fit Together]]></title>
<description><![CDATA[We hope you and all your pets have had a wonderful Christmas.

January can often be a time when we think about our health and weight! Weight management is crucial to your pet&rsquo;s health and well being, so while we are trimming our own waist lines, why don&rsquo;t we think about those furry waist lines too!

Around 78% of veterinary professionals in the UK have seen an increase in pet obesity in the last 2 years. It&rsquo;s not always easy to recognise when your pet is becoming overweight&hellip;]]></description>
<link>https://www.thepethealthpartnership.co.uk/blog/let-s-get-fit-together/</link>
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<pubDate>Fri, 09 Jan 2026 08:00:00 GMT</pubDate>
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