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20/01/2026

New house, new issues!! 🦊

So our new garden has some residents that pass through and this has made Obi into an obsessive crazed dog! He was pacing around the rooms, staring out of the window and constantly scratching at the door.

I bought some frosted window stickers to cover the doors and he is now able to settle down 🙌🏻. These stickers also work for dogs that bark at people passing by as well!

04/09/2025

Summer holidays officially ended for us which means I’m back to walking these handsome boys 💙

I get the pleasure of giving these guys a sniffy walk everyday to stretch their legs and work their brains whilst their owner is at work.

They are such beautiful little characters 🐾

10/08/2025

What to do when a dog won’t walk?

Today, my very energetic working cocker spaniel lasted 5 minutes on her walk then she led me home.
❌No prior signs she was unhappy
❌No obvious signs of pain or illness
❌ No change in environment
It’s very out of character, so what to do? Think she’s being silly and coax her to walk? Drag her? She’s a working breed so she MUST have a walk right?
Nope 👎🏻
I listened to her. I have no clue what’s wrong with her but her choice when I let her show me was to walk me back to the back gate and she waited for me to let her back home to her safety. Maybe she’s too hot, got a dodgy tummy, doesn’t want a walk?
I left her with the kids to keep an eye on whilst I took Obi for a walk and swim which he loved as always.
She’s definitely out of sorts so a rest day maybe just what she needs.
Always listen to your dog 🐾

30/06/2025

Do dogs grieve?
Yesterday we said farewell to our family cat. He was 19, had a great life and unbeknownst to us he took himself off to his shady spot in the garden and peacefully fell asleep a final time.
Obi, who loved Merlin (although this love was not reciprocated 🙈) took it hard. We allowed him to sniff and just ‘be’ with his friend to try and process it. Tilly didn’t have the same connection with cats, she was scared of him 🤦🏼‍♀️
Animals feel loss, they get depressed, they grieve, their emotions are more complex than most would realise. Obi spent a long time just lying like this next to Merlin, quietly whimpering and nudging him with his nose. We then all had a cry and removed Merlin from the room, we said goodbye 😔
I firmly believe animals need the opportunity to process a change like this, they are emotionally in tune to us and beings around them.
Sleep tight Merlin 🐾 💔

20/06/2025

Little Margo had very big feelings about being left alone (warning, the video is loud 🙉).
As a puppy she didn’t cope with being left even when her owners merely went upstairs to use the bathroom, they had to change everything they did to rope in extra help so that she was not left alone 😢

Separation Anxiety is not something a dog will just ‘get over.’ They go into a panic, pure anxiety and the longer it goes on the worse it can get.

We put a plan into place, firstly, manage the situation so that Margo was never put into the position that she would panic and rehearse the behaviour. Secondly was training, this type of training takes time, patience and understanding all of which her amazing owners had 🙌🏻

They are now reaping the rewards! Little Margo happily snoozes away whilst her owners are at work (or just need to go out for shopping/school run/socialise). This takes a huge strain off of them and off of Margo so she can live her best life 🐾

If you need help and support with similar issues, pop me a message!

Well done .x amazing work with your little beauty 🖤🤎 🐾

13/04/2025

❤️Holiday Cover ❤️

One vital part of pet ownership is finding a way for your pets to be looked after whilst you go on holiday ✈️

I’m so so lucky that I found a gem of a woman that I trust to live in my house and look after all my furries in my absence from walking the dogs and giving them enrichment games to medicating my very elderly cat (19 years old and going strong 👊🏻)

Whether you choose kennels, home boarders or house sitters or are super lucky to have family/friends that step in, it’s a huge weight off your shoulders knowing your beloved pets are taken care of.

I’m currently trying out skiing in the French Alps and here are some snaps from my angel of a house sitter 😇

28/03/2025

Meet the gorgeous Rafa 🐾 🩵

This 16 week old Boston Terrier just found his forever family and has settled in beautifully! Full of energy and affection he’s landed on his feet and enjoying all things puppy 🐾

We had session 1 out of 3 to cover all the basics and answer all the questions a new owner needs to know with a lot of playing and praise mixed in too 🥰

01/03/2025

These 2 love a really good sniffy walk, checking out their environment at their pace and even a spot of squirrel hunting on a wall 🐿️

Allowing them to choose direction and pace tires them out a lot more than a 5k march. They fulfil their needs and feel content instead of overstimulated and highly aroused. We spent a good few minutes just standing here whilst they ‘hunted’ trying to find a squirrel, air scenting and stalking. When they were ready I gave them a gentle ‘let’s go’ and they happily trotted along.

What do your dogs like to hunt for?

26/01/2025

What’s your dream dog?? 🐾

My absolute favourite breed has always been these gentle giants, Bernese Mountain Dog 🥰

I don’t know why, I just adore them and melt when I see one! My mean husband wouldn’t let me get one as our current garden is too small so we chose Cocker Spaniels instead (slightly different temperaments 😆)

They are gentle and affectionate but great workers and eager to please. One day I’ll get my way, until then I’ll continue to admire every one I come across!!

What is your favourite breed???

15/01/2025

Always learning, always growing 💪🏼

This week I decided to sign up for a Reactivity course just to freshen my knowledge and check if there’s anything else to add to my skills.

Unlocking the dogs thought process as to WHY they may be tea ting to something helps break down how you can HELP them.

I can report that using these extra skills resulted in Tilly having a reaction free walk in a busy park today (as I happy danced the whole time 😆)

Everyday’s a school day 🐾

10/01/2025

Did you know Costa have now changed their policy and many let dogs in now??

I was in our local one today and there were at least 5 dogs including a Visla & Frenchie puppy on the next table who kept coming over to me for fuss 🥰

The owners did nearly everything right, kept their dogs close and under control, had a blanket for them to settle on and chews to entertain them and once I assured them I am happy for them to approach me they allowed the dogs the space to walk to me.

There was a moment where they were locked in a staring match with another dog which escalated in very loud barking but otherwise they were exemplary customers 🐾

If you ensure your dog has a safe space, something to occupy them such as a filled kong or chew & you keep an eye on their body language and needs you should be able to enjoy time out together. However if your dog gets overwhelmed or barking, it’s best to make a quick exit rather than scold and collar check them.

I try and take my 2 out where I can but not to Costa as it’s got too many other dogs which would set Tilly off into a rage 🙄. Are you on the Yay or Nay front when it comes to dog friendly cafes/restaurants?

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