Nurse condemns harmful pet-spinning TikTok trend

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A veterinary nurse is condemning a viral TikTok trend where pet owners spin animals by their front legs, warning it's harmful to their health. The nurse urges people to prioritize their pets' well-being over social media engagement. The nurse, known as Jade The Vet Nurse, highlights the potential for joint and muscle strain, dizziness, and nausea in pets subjected to the trend. She also notes the risk of dropping animals and spinal injuries, particularly in smaller breeds. Animal welfare organizations like the PDSA and RSPCA have also criticized the trend, calling it abusive and stressing the importance of recognizing signs of pain or injury in pets. They advise against participating in or supporting the videos.


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