Steff's Pawsitive Connections

23/06/2026

Finn enjoyed a loverly walk with me this morning before it got hot. We worked on his recall and his lead pulling. He enjoyed a wonder in a dirty dump of water in the woods 😅 picture taken before that dump of water and photo of after mucky pup 😅

23/06/2026

Shared from dogs trust

Think very carefully before you take your dog on a walk this week. With a rare red heat warning being issued in parts of the UK, hot pavements and high temperatures can quickly put dogs at risk 💔

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Hold the back of your hand to the ground for several seconds. If it's too hot for you, it's too hot for your dog's paws.

Walk dogs during the coolest times of the day, such as early morning or late evening. On exceptionally hot days, it may be best to avoid walks altogether and instead focus on enrichment activities and keeping your dog cool and comfortable at home.

More tips: https://bit.ly/4jKtQnW

[Image description: This infographic highlights some of the warm weather advice that is listed on our website and in the caption of this post.]

23/06/2026

Shared from RSPCA

There’s a lot of advice circulating about how to care for pets during hot weather, but separating fact from fiction isn’t always easy! ☀️
Our experts have debunked some of the most common heatwave myths to help you keep your pets safe, healthy and comfortable throughout the summer.
Discover more myths and tips here: https://bit.ly/3IuEVfT

19/06/2026

Rehabilitation isn’t about forcing control; it's about giving a rescue dog the space to feel and explore safely. When you get both ends of the lead on the same page with a clear mind, connection follows naturally. Let them discover their strengths through play and exploration 🐶

14/06/2026

Had the absolute pleasure of taking Wilma out for a walk yesterday, and my daughter came along for the fun too! 🥰 As requested by her owner, we spent some time focusing on socializing with other dogs, and Wilma handled it beautifully. She was incredibly well-behaved and such a joy to work with! 🐾

09/06/2026

Leeloo the rescue finally getting the hang of loose lead walking super proud of her took us a few good months but we worked at her pace well done ❤️

09/06/2026

Everybody welcome Wilma ❤️ she enjoyed her first short walk with me today.

09/06/2026

Connection over perfection, always. 🌈✨

I love this reminder so much. A dog who wants to be close to you isn't "broken" or suffering from an attachment issue, they are showing you that you are their ultimate safe space.

Building a secure, trusted bond is the absolute foundation of everything I do here at Steff’s Pawsitive Connections. When a dog trusts you completely, training becomes a teamwork game, not a chore.

Give your shadow dog an extra head scratch from me today! 🥰

04/06/2026

Leeloo the rescue enjoyed her dip and Rehabilitation walk with me this afternoon. We concentrated on her lead pulling, recall and catch the high value treat she loves that game! She finished off with a fuss from me and enjoyed an ice cream ❤️

04/06/2026

A beautiful look at what balanced, patient coaching looks like in practice. 🐾✨ It’s not just about the walk; it’s about the connection. 🌿🖤

Today’s session with this gorgeous boy Socks was all about low-pressure learning. We focused on a bit of light loose-lead work and gentle recall practice, keeping the energy calm and cooperative.

To balance out the mental focus, we incorporated a fun game of chase-the-ball to let him burn off some energy and as you can see from his huge grin in his face, he absolutely loved it!

My favorite part of the whole session, though, was right at the end. After the excitement of the game, he just chose to lie down in the grass, decompress, and quietly take the world in. Teaching a dog how to switch off and find calmness in an open environment is just as important as any physical exercise.

Safe, patient, and relationship-focused. Proud of this clever lad today! 🖤