As the woman dipped her fingers into the water font and blessed herself, she then turned her attention to her dog. With delicate care, she patted her pet’s furry face, secured it in her bag, and gently kissed its forehead. This heartwarming ritual occurred weekly and became a source of fascination for an observer in the nearby high-rise apartment, overlooking the church.
From church dog affection to the supermarket aisle, another woman caught someone’s attention. It appeared as though she was engaging in conversation with the grocery display, until suddenly, a little dog popped its head out from her shoulder bag.
Amused by the sight, a playful remark was made about the supermarket’s disapproval of pets near food shelves. “Naughty, naughty,” jokingly scolded the observer.
At a nearby cafe table, yet another woman showered affection on her tiny dog, cradling it and showering it with kisses. Concerned, the observer shared a piece of advice from the department of medicine for the elderly at University College Hospital in London − dog kisses could potentially lead to serious infection, even death.
The anecdote of a woman in her 70s who fell ill after being licked by her greyhound served as evidence. Doctors discovered that the bacteria responsible, Capnocytophaga canimorsus, commonly resides in dogs’ mouths. In this case, the infection led to sepsis, a form of blood poisoning.
While such infections are rare, the elderly and young individuals are more susceptible. The medical community alerted doctors to consider this bacteria as a potential cause of sepsis, emphasizing the importance of public awareness regarding the potential harm of dog kisses.
It is worth noting that the bacteria is also present in the mouths of cats. The underlying message encourages responsible and hygienic care towards pets while being mindful of the potential infection risks they may carry. Love your pets, but with caution and respect.
Now, turning our attention to gardening news… A remarkable method involving a greeting card embedded with wildflower meadow seeds piqued interest. The soaked and carefully shredded card could be planted in compost, allowing the flowers to grow. Additionally, there is news of an eco-friendly alternative to plastic pots – woollen pots.
Millions of plastic plant pots end up in landfills every year. However, now we have an option – compressed wool pots that can integrate seamlessly into a garden. Simply fill these biodegradable pots with compost, sow seeds or plant small plants, and once they have grown enough, transplant them into the ground. The wool pot collar also acts as a natural deterrent for slugs and snails, protecting your precious plants. Ultimately, these wool pots break down and enrich the soil, nourishing future growth. For more information, visit wool-pots.co.uk.
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