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4 Paws Outdoors

Locality: Sydney, Australia

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23.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Exciting news!! SPRING SALE ... To celebrate the start of SPRING, I am offering $10.00 OFF all dog walks and house visits for the month of SEPTEMBER. (NEW CUSTOMERS ONLY!!!) Book 3 or more services per week and pay ONLY $15.00 for a 30 minute walk or visit OR $20.00 for a full hour! BOOK NOW to avoid missing out. LIMITED TIME only

22.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends ! I don't want anyone to miss out on my SPECIAL $10.00 OFF SPRING SALE for DOG WALKS and HOUSE VISITS ONLY 2 WEEKS LEFT !!!... HURRY LIMITED TIME ONLY ENDS SOON

21.01.2022 Hey 4 Paws Outdoors friends ! Here is some important information on some of the plants that are toxic to your pup and signs of toxicity:- -Excessive salivation... -Racing or irregular pulse -Vomiting -Lethargy -Rapid breathing -Cold extremities See more

21.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoor friends! Hopefully, you will never need this information, but it's good to have, just in case you have a wandering pup. It can be heartbreaking when a beloved pet goes missing. ... There are a number of things you can do to find your pet again, from putting up posters to contacting your local pound, shelter or veterinary clinic. Make sure your pet wears her collar and ID tags at all times, and is microchipped with your updated contact details, plus the contact details of a friend or relative. To find out if your animal has come into RSPCA NSW’s care, please contact your local shelter. What can I do to find my lost pet? Search immediately Don’t wait in the hope your pet will find his own way home. Reach out Contact shelters, pounds and veterinary clinics even the ones outside your area. Make posters Let your neighbourhood know about your missing pet she could be found close by! Use social media Use your network, ask for help, and post on all the lost and found pages you can find.

21.01.2022 Today's fun fact:- There is a hunting dog that comes from Africa that cannot bark, it is the only dog like this and the sound it makes is commonly known as ‘barroo’.

20.01.2022 Today's fun fact:- Dogs hearts beat much faster than ours, between 10-120 beats a minute while humans are 70-80

20.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! If you walk your pets in bush land or near long grass, it might be helpful to know what to do, if you think you pup may have been bitten by a snake. SNAKE BITES AND PETS... In the warmer summer months, snakes become much more active. Because of this, pet owners must be careful to protect their pets from snake bites, and to be aware of the warning signs in case their animal is bitten. WHAT SHOULD I DO IF I THINK MY PET HAS BEEN BITTEN BY A SNAKE? If you think your pet has been bitten by a snake, keep them calm and quiet, and take them to a veterinarian immediately. The chances of recovery are greater if they are treated early (80 per cent), with some pets making a recovery within 48 hours. Pets who are left untreated have a much lower survival rate. If your veterinarian is far away, you will need to apply first aid. Keep your pet calm and quiet, and apply a pressure bandage a firm bandage placed over and around the bite site to help slow the venom from spreading to his heart. Do not wash the wound or apply a tourniquet. If you can identify the snake, tell your veterinarian, but don’t try to catch or kill the snake. If the snake is dead, you can bring it with you. Otherwise, there is a blood or urine test that can identify whether your pet has been bitten and the type of snake that was responsible. Once the snake has been identified, your veterinarian can administer antivenom. Please be warned that antivenom is quite expensive and can result in a hefty veterinary bill. If you are walking your dog close to bush land, especially near water during the summer months, please keep them on a lead and avoid long grassy areas. Keep the grass low in your backyard or property, clean up any rubbish piles and clear away objects where snakes may be able to hide e.g., under sheets of corrugated metal, wood piles, etc. If you think your pet has been bitten by a snake, please call an RSPCA veterinary hospital or your local veterinarian immediately. https://www.rspcansw.org.au//pet-haz/snake-bites-and-pets/

19.01.2022 Hey 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Have you thought about taking a mini break, now that the weather is starting to warm up, but you're worried about leaving your pup? No need to ask family or neighbours or leave them at a boarding kennel. Keep them safe and happy in their own familiar home.... 4 Paws Outdoors will check in on them daily. If you wish, you can even book two visits per day. Even better, any second pup from the same household is FREE!!! At each visit, (your choice of 30 mins or 1 hr) your pup will be given fresh water and their own food, which you leave for them. They will have companionship and playtime to make sure they are content and safe. Depending on what you would like, a walk can be included within the time booked for the visit, or added on, for an additional cost. Their yard will be cleaned of any waste and you will receive daily text and photo updates, so you can be sure your pup is being cared for while you are away. No bored pups ever again! Give 4 Paws Outdoors a call before the Christmas rush and secure a place! Your pup will thank you for it

19.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Most of us have the usual medical supplies at home eg headache tablets, band aids, bandages etc but have you considered the importance of putting together a basic first aid kit for your pup? PET FIRST AID KIT... The RSPCA Pet First Aid Kit is an essential tool for diligent pet owners, or anyone who wants peace of mind about their animal’s safety. Designed to be kept in your car or home, the kit contains a variety of items to care for your pet in an emergency from bandages to tick remover to a thermal blanket. Plus, the contact details of your nearest RSPCA veterinary hospital. Each RSPCA Pet First Aid Kit contains: 1 conforming bandage 1 crepe bandage 1 large pair of examination gloves 5 gauze swabs 1 melolin 1 micropore tape 1 plastic forcep 1 rip-rap prints 2 saline flushes 1 thermal blanket 1 tick remover 1 universal bandage scissors

18.01.2022 Hey 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Just like us, our pups love their nap time. Here's some helpful info about choosing the right bed for them. WHAT SIZE SHOULD MY DOG'S BED BE?...Continue reading

18.01.2022 Today's Fun Fact:- Even the presidents love their dogs, and President Franklin Roosevelt sent a destroyer to the Aleutian Islands just to get his dog Fala, who had been left behind

18.01.2022 Hey 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Here's today fun fact about pups:- The weirdest law about dogs is that in Paulding, Ohio, police officers are allowed to bite a dog to get it to be quiet.

16.01.2022 Today's fun fact:- During the Middle Ages, Great Danes and Mastiffs were sometimes suited with armor and spiked collars to enter a battle or to defend supply caravans

16.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! New Year's Eve is just a few days away. Many people may celebrate at home and this can often include illegal fireworks. These loud explosions can be terrifying to pups, whose hearing is much more sensitive than ours. Here is some helpful advice from the RSPCA to help your pup cope with loud parties.... WHY FIREWORKS ARE NO FUN FOR DOGS Many pounds report an increase in runaway cats and dogs after a storm or fireworks night. A dog can hear 10 times better than a human. Fireworks typically explode at a staggering 145-150 decibels, so these explosions can be terrifyingly frightening and loud. As many animals have a fear of fireworks and storms, they often injure themselves trying to escape the noise. Some dogs will jump or dig under fences. Others find their way onto busy roads and can be struck by vehicles. If you can, it’s best to stay home with your pet, provide her with a comfortable environment and engage her in normal activities. If you’re not going to be at home, make sure you provide her with a safe, secure and comfortable environment. Whenever possible, bring your pet indoors. If your pet has ongoing trouble with loud noises like fireworks and storms please speak to your veterinarian for further assistance and to discuss all your options. Here are some simple steps to minimise firework and storm stress in pets: Ensure your pets are wearing ID tags and their microchip details are up to date. If you know a storm is coming, or fireworks are planned, ensure your pets are exercised and well fed before the storm starts. Keep your animals indoors in a safe, secure and comfortable environment. Leave the TV or radio on to mask any sounds. Remove any sharp objects that might cause injury to a panicking animal. If your pets are particularly prone to fireworks or storm panic, stay at home with them. https://www.rspcansw.org.au//pet-haz/fireworks-and-storms/

15.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Happy New Year! Great news, I have added a new service... ... You can now book your pup in for a shampoo, rinse and dry Why spend your weekends washing your pup in the backyard? I offer a time saving service of picking up your pup, and taking it to a local DIY wash. Your pup will receive a basic shampoo rinse & dry, and will be dropped back home to you, smelling fresh and clean.

11.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends ! Now that the weather's warming up, why not take your pup to a dog friendly outdoor area or beach WHERE CAN I TAKE MY DOG IN NSW?... DOG FRIENDLY BEACHES Take a dip at BYRON BAY where dogs can swim freely and there’s plenty of open access dog exercise spots. Because dogs are man’s best workout buddy, right? Why not get off the leash in breathtaking NOBBY'S BEACH, PORT MACQUARIE. There’s nothing like that feeling of sand between your toesor paws! DOG-FRIENDLY PARKS Enjoy the beautiful parklands of CENTENNIAL PARK. It’s Sydney’s largest dog-friendly park with popular off-leash locations like SANDSTONE RIDGE and FEDERATION VALLEY. Who said you can’t raise pets in the city? Take a stroll down the river of PITT ST RESERVE in STOCKTON, NEWCASTLE, right on the Hunter River. So much to explore, sniff and discover. DOG-FRIENDLY CAFES Do you and your pooch consider yourselves foodies? Why not try CHEW CHEW PET RESTAURANT in WOLLSTONECRAFT SYDNEY. They specialise in creating homemade organic and nutritious meals. That’s food worth wagging about!

10.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Smelly dog breath isn’t normal, in fact it’s one of the 7 signs of dental disease! Learn to spot the signs so you can provide your dog with the best dental care. How do dogs get dental disease?...Continue reading

08.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Here is some important info about ticks and your pet. With the relatively mild winter and the recent wet weather, followed then by warm weather; this is the ideal time for ticks to be out in force. Pet owners need to be vigilant.... What is a tick? Ticks are a small insect (around 3 - 5 mm long) of the arachnid family. There are many species of tick but the one of most concern is the paralysis tick (Ixodes holocyclus). The paralysis tick can be found along the Eastern Coast of Australia. They can be found from as far as North Queensland to Victoria! Other common types of ticks you may find on your pet are bush ticks or brown dog ticks. While they’re only tiny, they are actually one of the most dangerous parasites affecting domestic pets. They can cause severe illness and, unfortunately, often death. The prevalence of ticks increases during ‘tick season’ - October to March. Mild winters and lots of rain at the start of spring and summer contribute to the rise in tick cases. If you live in bushland areas with wildlife, chances are, ticks will be prevalent! How can I prevent my pet getting a tick? Use a tick or flea treatment to protect your pet from the risk of ticks. Your local vet can provide advice on the best tick prevention for your pet. Products are available such as tick collars and shampoos and rinses that prevent ticks. You should also check your pet for ticks daily. When checking, feel for small lumps and make sure you look in ‘hidden’ places such as under the collar, between toes, their paws, gumline and inside their ears. What are the signs that my pet might have a tick? The most common symptom is paralysis of hind legs. Other symptoms include an unsteady staggering walk, a dry cough, or even just a change in the animal’s bark or meow. If you see any of these symptoms contact your vet and search your pet for ticks. Check out the infographic below for a quick guide to recognising symptoms of ticks. What should I do if my pet has a tick? Remove it! If you find a tick on your pet, it is best to remove it as quickly as possible. Use tweezers or a tick removal system. Once removed, monitor your pet for symptoms of tick paralysis - take your pet to the vet immediately if they are displaying paralysis symptoms. Note: Some cats and dogs do not show the typical hind limb paralysis at first. Initially they may only exhibit a gurgling, choking cough, however their condition will quickly deteriorate. Hope you find this info useful!

08.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends ! It's a fact that the majority of dog's shed their hair Here's some info on easy tips to minimize your pup's hair around your house, furniture, yard and car etc ... While spring is the season when our furry friends begin to shed their winter coats in earnest, many dogs will lose loose hair all year round. Whether your dog has a long- or short-haired coat, here are some simple steps you can take to help minimise your pet’s moulting. o Regular brushing to control dog shedding o Other de-shedding tools for your dog o Controlling the dog hair on your furniture, clothes and surfaces o The importance of a good diet on dog shedding Regular grooming and brushing is an essential part of helping to manage your dog’s shedding. Aside from regular bathing, nail clipping and paw maintenance, your dog will need frequent brushing to help dislodge loose hair. Some dogs will need more brushing than others depending on the length of their coat. For longer-haired dogs, we recommend brushing every day, whereas short-haired dogs need to be brushed once a week. Combs, brushes and bathing aren’t the only ways to manage your dog’s shedding. There is a great range of specially designed de-shedding tools on the market to help make your life as a pet parent easier. Many tools, such as the FURminator, can help you reduce the amount of loose dog hair in your house by up to 90 per cent by reaching deep beneath your dog’s topcoat to easily and gently remove the undercoat and loose hair. This product comes in a range of sizes, helping you to control your dog’s shedding no matter their size. It’s inevitable that you won’t be able to control all dog hair that is shed throughout your house. But, there are some handy tools you can use that will effectively clean dog hair from your surfaces. Keep your home fur-free by regularly removing dog hair from your clothes, floors and furniture. While vacuuming, dusting and de-linting are recommended, there are also other implements available to help remove and control dog hair spreading through your house. Take the fur out of your furniture by gently rubbing it with a rubber squeegee, or use a pet hair roller with easy-tear adhesive sheets to quickly pick up hair, lint and fuzz from clothes, couches and carpets. Feed your pet a high-quality diet to manage and control shedding. In order to minimise shedding you need to carefully consider your dog’s diet and ensure they are getting all the vitamins and minerals they need to stay healthy and happy. To manage shedding, we recommend feeding your dog a super premium diet packed full of high-quality proteins, omega-6 and omega-3 fatty acids, as well as zinc, vitamin A, vitamin E and B-complex vitamins, which are all fantastic for promoting shiny coats and healthy skin. A professional groom at a Grooming salon is one of the best ways to help manage your dog’s shedding as it allows for a deeper clean, which helps to dislodge more loose hair from your dog’s coat.

08.01.2022 Today's fun fact:- A dog’s vision is not as good as a humans, and they are much better at seeing moving objects rather than those standing still. If you’re 300 yards away from your dog they will be unable to see you, until you wave your arms or move around

08.01.2022 Fun fact ! Bloodhound dogs have the best sense of smell of all dogs, and have been used to track down criminals since the middle ages

07.01.2022 Would highly recommend Alex and the service provided! We organised Alex to visit our boy Jasper daily for an hour walk while we were away and it was wonderful. ...With daily pictures on their walk and hearing how excited he was to see Alex every morning just gave us peace of mind. Thank you again Alex - will definitely be booking in the same service for our next trip away! See more

05.01.2022 Today's fun fact:- Using their swiveling ears like radar dishes, experiments have shown that dogs can locate the source of a sound in 6/100ths of a second

04.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Exciting news! I've streamlined my prices, so now there is just one rate for everyone, no matter whether you book for one service a week or five Please see my new price list below. Looking forward to hearing from you soon, for enquiries and bookings.

02.01.2022 Today's fun fact:- Dogs only sweat from the bottoms of their feet, the only way they can discharge heat is by panting !

01.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends! If you are about to adopt a new pup, this article gives great tips about how to introduce your pup to children, so it's a happy experience for everyone How do I introduce a new dog or puppy to children?... It is important that you manage the introduction to your family carefully and that children are directly supervised at all times with the dog or puppy. Introducing a new canine member to the family is a special and exciting time but can be a little overwhelming for all concerned. However, this can be managed with planning, so that everyone feels happy and safe. One of the key steps is to create an environment which is calm and quiet, allowing interaction by the dog or puppy on their terms by letting them approach the child, which will generally occur relatively easily, if children are themselves calm and quiet. Teaching children to safely handle and interact with a dog by encouraging gentleness and respect will help create a bond of mutual trust. When it is time for the children to meet your dog, make sure the children sit calmly and quietly, and the dog will usually come to investigate out of natural curiosity. Teach the children to speak softly and slowly and gently pat the dog on the shoulder, and not on the top of their head or tail. Rewarding the dog for calm behaviour with a food treat (by the supervising adult) helps to reinforce calm behaviour around children and also helps them to associate children with something positive. Then take the focus off the dog by giving the children another activity. This way the dog can get to know the children at a pace they are comfortable with. Children must always be directly supervised with dogs. Always ensure the dog can get away from the children if they want to and do not force any interactions. Make sure that your dog has an area that they can go to retreat from the child and have a break, if they are getting overwhelmed. Teach the children that when dogs are eating, sleeping, or in a crate the dog should be left alone, and when the dog is overly excited it is best that they are not together. Similarly, if the children are over excited, this might become overwhelming for the dog, so it may be best to end the interaction. Children should avoid hugging dogs as this can make the dog feel trapped. Also, dogs may become frightened if chased by children, so this should be avoided. Taking the time and making the effort to get the introductions right will help set your children and dog up to have a great relationship. See more

01.01.2022 Hey 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Here are 10 quick reasons for having your pup microchipped:- 1. Microchipping is compulsory in some states 2. Microchipping causes little discomfort 3. Microchipping can help return your pet...Continue reading

01.01.2022 Hey 4 Paws Outdoors friends! Here's a fun fact some people might not know Dogs see much better than humans at night because they have a special light reflecting layer behind their eyes

01.01.2022 Hi 4 Paws Outdoors friends ! Summer is around the corner Here's some tips to help keep your pup cool and safe from heat stress ... Heat Stress In summer, animals need constant access to both water and shade, as heat stress can develop extremely quickly in hot weather. Your pet must also always stay cool, hydrated and safe Provide extra bowls of water in case one is accidentally knocked over. Give outdoor dogs takeaway containers filled with beef or chicken stock which has been frozen overnight. Freeze half a bowl of water overnight and add half a bowl of cool water before giving it to your pet. Provide extra shade areas in your backyard using shade cloths and shade umbrellas. Let your pet play in paddling pools filled with water. Just make sure they’re always supervised. Never leave your dog in the car, even with the windows down. They could die in as little as six minutes, as temperatures in a vehicle can rise to dangerous levels, even on mild days. Leaving the windows open, parking in the shade and tinting do not help to reduce the inside temperature significantly. Always walk your dog in the early morning or late evening when it’s cooler. Ensure your pet always has easy access to shade and water throughout the day. If you have a small dog, cool a ceramic tile or oven pan in the fridge or freezer, and put it out for them to lie on. Allow your outdoor animals to come inside the house to share the air conditioning or electric fan. If you think your pet is suffering from heat stroke, please call an RSPCA veterinary hospital or your local veterinarian immediately