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20+ year old San Pedro cacti. This giant beauty blooms annually around Christmas time and has a really sweet fragrance.
It is easy to grow as you just needs leave it to dry for a few days and then stick in a pot or the ground. The key is to make sure you don’t dig it in too deep as it will … View more20+ year old San Pedro cacti. This giant beauty blooms annually around Christmas time and has a really sweet fragrance.
It is easy to grow as you just needs leave it to dry for a few days and then stick in a pot or the ground. The key is to make sure you don’t dig it in too deep as it will cause it to rot.
Open to offers for the entire plant or for fresh cuttings. I also have two sections drying that would be ready to be planted mid January.
Cuttings can be posted at buyers cost.
20+ year old San Pedro cacti. This giant beauty blooms annually around Christmas time and has a really sweet fragrance.
It is easy to grow as you just needs leave it to dry for a few days and then stick in a pot or the ground. The key is to make sure you don’t dig it in too deep as it will … View more20+ year old San Pedro cacti. This giant beauty blooms annually around Christmas time and has a really sweet fragrance.
It is easy to grow as you just needs leave it to dry for a few days and then stick in a pot or the ground. The key is to make sure you don’t dig it in too deep as it will cause it to rot.
Open to offers for the entire plant or for fresh cuttings. I also have two sections drying that would be ready to be planted mid January.
Cuttings can be posted at buyers cost.
TO ALL RIDERS – NEW & EXISTING
Our club offers training for all riders – Kiwi Sprocket Rocket Programme for riders up to & including 7 yrs old & club training for all ages & skill level on pedal bikes.
Beneficial coaching for all riders to learn new bike skills & confidence.… View moreTO ALL RIDERS – NEW & EXISTING
Our club offers training for all riders – Kiwi Sprocket Rocket Programme for riders up to & including 7 yrs old & club training for all ages & skill level on pedal bikes.
Beneficial coaching for all riders to learn new bike skills & confidence.
Our club invites new riders (non members) to attend 3 sessions to get involved & see what our club is all about before joining.
Monday Nights 5.30pm to 6.30pm cost $2 per session - START BACK ON THE 15TH February 2021
Bike & Helmet hire available $2 per item
Just come along & see our admin &/or coaches on site to get you involved!
TERM 1 BIKE SKILLS PROGRAMME – AFTER SCHOOL – MONDAY NIGHTS 5.30pm to 6.30pm
REGISTRATION OPEN NOW, please select below to register adding your childs name in the note section. Once payment received this secures your place & we will be in touch to confirm details & process your … View moreTERM 1 BIKE SKILLS PROGRAMME – AFTER SCHOOL – MONDAY NIGHTS 5.30pm to 6.30pm
REGISTRATION OPEN NOW, please select below to register adding your childs name in the note section. Once payment received this secures your place & we will be in touch to confirm details & process your membership.
For new riders on pedal bikes to learn bike skills in a safe environment with qualified coaches. Bike & Helmet hire available $2 per item
All riders must be fully covered eg. long pants. long sleeve top, covered shoes (we have gloves)
Term 1 – 8 Week Programme for all ages on pedal bikes – Cost $100 which includes the programme & an annual membership with Hamilton BMX Club.
Monday Nights 5.30pm to 6.30pm – start date 15th February 2021
All dates: 15th & 22nd February, 1st, 8th, 15th, 22nd & 29th March, 12th April
Bike Skills:
Pedalling, Balancing, Braking, Cornering, confidence
REGISTER HERE: www.hamiltonbmx.co.nz...
Hamilton BMX Club operates club nights every Wednesday (weather permitting) starting back on the 3rd February 2021.
For all ages & skills on balance & pedal bikes.
New riders first 3 club nights FREE to register.
All riders must be fully covered eg. long pants, long sleeve top, covered … View moreHamilton BMX Club operates club nights every Wednesday (weather permitting) starting back on the 3rd February 2021.
For all ages & skills on balance & pedal bikes.
New riders first 3 club nights FREE to register.
All riders must be fully covered eg. long pants, long sleeve top, covered shoes (we can supply gloves).
Bike & Helmet hire available $2 per item
Register at club rooms from 5.15pm, fun racing starts @ 6pm
Shop is open for dinner-hot food, drinks etc... EFTPOS AVAILABLE
Follow our facebook page for all updates: www.facebook.com...
We hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves … View moreWe hope you’ve managed to enjoy the break, or if you’ve had to work through, that you get some time off soon. We’ve been dreaming of relaxing at this colourful retro Kāpiti bach which features in our January issue. It’s the perfect sanctuary for its Wellington owners, who find themselves unwinding as soon as they walk through its front gate. Where's your favourite place to unwind over the summer?
And we want you and your family to love it as well!
We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson.
The Free Trial lesson is … View moreAnd we want you and your family to love it as well!
We help babies, children and adults feel confident in and around the water and are committed to providing a safe and healthy environment for all.
Touch base with us today to book in for your FREE trial lesson.
The Free Trial lesson is open to all new customers.
Remember your rubbish or recycling collection may be one day later this week because of the public holidays.
You can check your collection day anytime at ➡️ www.fightthelandfill.co.nz...
Did you know that your gut works as a macro and micro worker for your body? Macro - it processes, digests and disperses food, nutrients and hydration for our organs and bloodstream to work its wonders. Also, as we’re learning more and more, the gut is a finely tuned precision engineer that … View moreDid you know that your gut works as a macro and micro worker for your body? Macro - it processes, digests and disperses food, nutrients and hydration for our organs and bloodstream to work its wonders. Also, as we’re learning more and more, the gut is a finely tuned precision engineer that requires micronutrients. We need to start feeding the inhabitants who call our micro gut, the microbiome, home.
Getting both these macro and micro components working in tandem will pay dividends to your overall health and vitality.
Today, we’re sharing how to concentrate on feeding your gut on a microscopic level. Tiny elements but big, big results. Here are a few ways to get your gut game strong…
Remember your rubbish or recycling collection may be one day later this week because of New Year's Day. You can check your collection day anytime at: www.fightthelandfill.co.nz...
Last night on TV One news was an article about infectious canine cough commonly referred to as kennel cough.
( I have added the link to the article).
I thought the reporting was a bit light on real facts and quite scaremongering so here is Companion Vets view on canine infectious cough to put our… View moreLast night on TV One news was an article about infectious canine cough commonly referred to as kennel cough.
( I have added the link to the article).
I thought the reporting was a bit light on real facts and quite scaremongering so here is Companion Vets view on canine infectious cough to put our clients at ease.
WHAT IS INFECTIOUS CANINE COUGH?
This is not a new Covid virus or related infection!
Kennel cough is the common name for canine infectious tracheobronchitis. It’s a respiratory infection in dogs caused by a wide range of bacteria and viruses. Canine cough is highly contagious and the main symptom is a harsh, hacking cough.
It is not a new disease but is one that often present in the canine population and seems more prevalent through summer as dogs are boarded or are exposed to more individuals through the holiday season.
Canine cough creates an inflammation of the dog’s upper respiratory tract, including the trachea (wind pipe) and larynx (voice box).
The most common cause is a bacteria strain called Bordetella bronchiseptica. Dogs are more likely to be infected by Bordetella when their immune system is weakened, usually by an infection from a respiratory virus.
HOW DO I KNOW MY DOG HAS CANINE COUGH?
If a dog has canine cough, the main symptom is a consistent, forceful cough. Apart from coughing, your dog shouldn’t feel ill and should still have a good appetite.
However, some strains of infection can cause other symptoms like sneezing, snorting, a runny nose or eye discharge.
The cough can be very worrying clinically, sometimes sounding like your dog has something stuck in their throat. It can be dry and hoarse or produce mucus, which the dog often tries to swallow.
If a dog really does have something stuck in its throat it wont be able to swallow, so often will drool saliva profusely, be unable to eat and possibly paw at its mouth. If it is just coughing then unlikely to be a foreign body in throat.
HOW IS CANINE COUGH SPREAD?
Kennel cough is highly contagious and can easily be spread from one dog to another. When dogs cough, the bacteria and viruses become airborne and can quickly spread to other animals. It can also be transmitted in dog toys, food bowls or other shared objects.
Many dogs get it from being exposed in dog kennels and shelters, which is where the illness gets its common name. They become infected by being around other dogs who have the cough. But with the way dogs socialise with lots of nose to nose contact they can just as easily get it mixing and playing with other visiting dogs at home and when at dog parks.
The incubation period is between 2 and 14 days, during which time the dog will be contagious.
HOW LONG DOES IT LAST?
A surprisingly long time of around 10 days, but canine cough should clear up within three weeks. Sometimes it can take up to six weeks to clear up for older dogs or those with existing medial conditions.
SHOULD I SEEK TREATMENT?
For a persistent cough its often good to get it checked as in some rare cases the illness can progress to pneumonia so contact your vet if your dog’s condition doesn’t improve.
There are also other diseases that can cause coughs that aren't respiratory infections.
If you dog does develop a cough, as with Covid, they should self isolate from other dogs to minimise spread, so no visits to dog park and they should stop attending doggy day care or going into boarding.
If you do seek a veterinary assessment then please let your vet know if you a presenting a dog for cough symptoms, as they should take actions to prevent spread to other clients pets.
At Companion Vets we will bring your pet through our side entrance consult room to avoid interactions with other dogs in our waiting room.
When you arrive leave the coughing dog in the car and discuss with your vet or vet nurse first how they wish to manage this possible contagious infection.
IS THERE ANY TREATMENT?
The vet may be able to prescribe antibiotics for canine cough to target the Bordetella bacteria to help it clear faster. If needed, they may also prescribe an anti-inflammatory to sooth your dog’s throat.
If your dog has a cough then often good to reduce exercise and stop walking with a collar as that can stimulate ongoing coughing.
IS THERE A VACCINE?
Protection against some of the viruses that can cause kennel cough is included in puppy and annual booster vaccinations. These viruses include canine distemper, canine parainfluenza virus and canine adenovirus type two.
Your vet can also provide a vaccination against the main bacterial cause, Bordetella – this can be via an oral or nasal spray or an injection. Most boarding kennels and doggy day care require dogs to have the vaccination before their stay.
However, because kennel cough has a wide range of causes and strains, this vaccine cannot guarantee protection for your dog but does reduce infection rates and severity of infection.
Hope this information puts you at ease with your pet in these pandemic times.
If you have any concerns about a coughing dog this summer then isolate them and seek veterinary advice on how best to manage them.
Regards
Dr Craig Brighouse
Companion Vets
1. Check your smoke alarms
Smoke alarms provide an early warning in case of a fire inside your home. Traditional alarms beep when they detect smoke or fire, while smart detectors also send an alert to your phone. There should be a smoke detector in every room in your house except bathrooms, for … View more1. Check your smoke alarms
Smoke alarms provide an early warning in case of a fire inside your home. Traditional alarms beep when they detect smoke or fire, while smart detectors also send an alert to your phone. There should be a smoke detector in every room in your house except bathrooms, for maximum protection. You also need one in the hallway between the living area and bedrooms.
Crucially, you are highly advised to test your smoke alarms at least once a year to ensure they still work. You are four times more likely to die in a house fire without a functioning smoke alarm!
2. Get a fire extinguisher
Having a fire extinguisher handy can make the difference between a small kitchen mishap that was successfully contained, and the house literally burning down. There are different types of fire extinguisher, classified according to the kind of fire they’re designed to tackle. Make sure you are aware of what the differences are and how to use each one in an emergency situation. A typical home extinguisher should have an ABC rating:
• Class A – combustibles such as wood, paper, cloth, rubber, household rubbish, most plastics
• Class B – flammable liquids, solvents, oil, petrol, paints and lacquers
• Class C – gases including methane, propane, hydrogen, acetylene and natural gas
• Class D – combustible metals including magnesium and aluminium swarf
• Class E – Electrical fires
• Class F – chip pan fires, as an alternative to a fire blanket
3. Create a fire stopping landscape
A fire originating from outside, such as a wildfire, is best thwarted by preventing it from reaching your house in the first place. You can use landscape gardening design to slow down or stop the spread of fire towards your home, by adhering to these tips:
• Use hard landscaping such as concrete, stone or gravel around the house
• Clear any dry vegetation from around the home, particularly in the summer
• Use fire resistant plants such as lavender and honeysuckle for soft landscaping, and spread them out, to slow down fire and stop it from spreading
• Keep outdoor plants well watered during the summer months. Lush green planting is less likely to burn.
4. Use fire retardant materials
Let’s start with building materials; some are more vulnerable to fire than others. Using fire retardant alternatives and fireproofing your interiors are good first lines of defence against a potentially serious tragedy. Make the changes when you are refurbishing or redecorating your home. The Building.govt.nz website has a comprehensive list of everything you can do to help prevention of fire occurring. Designing for fire can also be designing for sustainability which is without a doubt a win-win!
When it comes to materials, concrete panels, stucco or brick for exterior walls, steel framing for windows and concrete or metal for roofing are all good choices. Fire retardant paint is also a good idea. For decking, concrete, tiles, stone or brick are better than wood.
Inside your home, choose fire resistant curtains and upholstery fabrics. Additional flameproofing can also be administered to your existing home fabrics and upholstered furniture in situ. Curtain Clean can service your existing upholstery anywhere in the country. Call us on 0800 579 0501 for prices and to find out more.
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