Emma Lawson
With a veterinary nursing background spanning 12 years of clinical context, Emma specialises in practical day-to-day home care for pet owners. Her guides break down everyday tasks — wound cleaning, nail trimming, medication administration, and seasonal care — into simple, step-by-step instructions grounded in veterinary nursing standards and professional home-care guidelines.
- Credentials
- RVN, pet first aid instructor, 12 years hands-on experience
- Focus
- How-to
Authored Guides
Garden Dog Conditioning Circuit for Irish Summer Evenings
Ireland's mild but humid summer evenings are well suited to a low impact garden conditioning circuit using cavaletti, wobble cushions and cones. This guide adapts pole heights, session timing and recovery advice to Irish breeds, climate, and the Control of Dogs Act.
Canine Hydrotherapy for Arthritic Dogs in Ireland
How hydrotherapy supports arthritic and overweight dogs through Ireland's damp, humid summers and cool wet winters. A practical guide to referrals, accredited centres, and an eight week plan suited to Irish conditions.
Create a Living Memorial Garden for Your Pet in Ireland
Ireland's mild, wet climate offers ideal conditions for a year-round pet memorial garden. This guide covers pet-safe plants suited to Irish soil, home burial regulations, eco-friendly cremation options, and ways to involve the whole family in remembrance.
Pet Memorial Garden in Spring: Safe Planting for Ireland
A practical guide to creating a pet-safe memorial garden suited to Ireland's maritime climate. Covers non-toxic plant choices, biodegradable urns, memorial markers, and grief support resources available across Ireland.
Spring Grazing Runs for Rabbits and Guinea Pigs in Ireland
Ireland's mild, wet spring climate creates ideal conditions for outdoor grazing, but also unique challenges. This guide covers predator-proofing, toxic weed removal, and weather management for Irish pet owners.
How to Foster Neonatal Kittens in Ireland
Kitten season stretches from March to September across Ireland, overwhelming shelters like the ISPCA and DSPCA. This guide covers everything Irish foster carers need to know about feeding, warming, and caring for neonatal kittens in our damp, temperate climate.