11 things dog owners should never do in summer
Hot weather can be tough on dogs, but the heat itself isn’t the only thing putting your dog at risk. Here’s 11 things not to do.
Holly McKinley
BVetMed GPCert(SAM) PGCertSAECC MRCVS
Holly graduated as a veterinary surgeon and has extensive experience in small animal medicine. She currently serves as Regional Veterinary Director at IVC Evidensia, and previously she’s been a Clinical Director at Holly House Vets in Leeds, and an Area Director offering support to vet practices all over West Yorkshire. Holly has a special interest in emergency and critical care, as well as small animal medicine. Outside of work, Holly enjoys spending time with her family and is a lifelong Leeds United fan. As for her own pets, she has a much-loved and thoroughly disobedient cat called Sergeant Fishcakes.
Education and qualifications:
GPCert(SAM), Small Animal Medicine, Improve International (2013)
PGCert, Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care, BSAVA (2018, Distinction)
Extensive experience in veterinary leadership and small animal practice
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11 things dog owners should never do in summer
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