Dog Walking Field at Company of Animals Pet Centre

31/08/2026

https://companyofanimals.com/uk/classes/recall-5th-september-2026/

Or perhaps you have a young puppy and you want to teach this all-important exercise so they can enjoy off-lead time in safe places.

31/08/2026

https://companyofanimals.com/uk/classes/loose-lead-walking-course-5th-september/

My name is Veronika and I have been training dogs for more than a decade after combining dogs with my work in the equestrian industry. I have a keen interest in dog sports, namely bite sports and scent detection, having competed myself in agility and sport scent detection. I have worked for a large....

13/08/2026

Hi everyone,
Just to make you all aware, the Thames Water works are still happening on site, there may be workmen in hi-vis clothing close to the fence/gate whilst you are using the field. If this is likely to upset your dog then let us know & we can move/cancel your booking.
Sorry everyone, this really is out of our control 😢

14/07/2026

Dear field users,

On my field check last night, I picked up several cigarette butts. Not only can ci******es be very dangerous to dogs but at the moment, there is a real risk of fire as the grass is so dry!

Disgarded ci******es butts are the most common cause of outdoor fires in the UK, followed by glass bottles (glass bottles act as a magnifying glass under strong sunlight, focusing rays onto dry foliage to start a fire). Please don’t smoke in the field & ensure litter and glass are safely thrown away or (ideally) taken home with you. 🙏

Only last week, a fire was started between the embankment of the M25 & our farm (most likely by a disgarded cigarette butt or glass bottle) & required two fire engines to bring it under control.

Please help keep our field safe.
Thank you

13/07/2026

As we head into another very hot week in Surrey, please ensure that you are up to date on your knowledge of both preventing heatstroke & emergency treatment if your dog starts to overheat.

The threat is real and can happen very quickly!

ANYONE THAT HAS BOOKED OUR VENUE IS WECOME TO CANCEL & RECEIVE A FULL REFUND (during this period).

Please keep your dogs at home & keep them safe.

https://www.facebook.com/100076447111162/posts/1043223234902571/?

🌡️ HEATSTROKE IN DOGS: RAPID COOLING SAVES LIVES 🌡️

With temperatures soaring across the UK, it's a timely reminder that heatstroke is a veterinary emergency.

🚨 If you suspect heat-related illness:
💦 Get them wet, then straight to the vet!

Current evidence supports "Cool First, Transport Second." The longer a dog's body temperature remains elevated, the greater the risk of serious complications and death.

Recommended cooling methods

🌊 Cold Water Immersion
The most effective cooling method for suitable dogs.
✅ Best suited to:
• Conscious dogs
• Young and otherwise healthy dogs
• Dogs that can be safely supervised
⚠️ Important:
• Keep your dog's head above the water at all times
• Never leave them unattended
• Not usually recommended for brachycephalic breeds or dogs that become distressed in water

💨 Evaporative Cooling
The next best option if immersion isn't practical.
💧 Continuously wet the dog using cold water from a hose, shower, buckets or watering can.
🌬️ Combine with airflow from fans, air conditioning, or open windows and doors.

This method is particularly useful for:
• Brachycephalic breeds
• Elderly dogs
• Dogs with respiratory or cardiovascular disease
• Dogs unable to tolerate immersion

❌ Don't delay cooling while searching for "tepid" water.

Research has shown that concerns about cold water causing harmful vasoconstriction are unfounded. Cold water is the most effective cooling method available.

💧 Any water is better than no water, provided it is cooler than your dog's body temperature.

Don't forget

❌ Don't wrap your dog in wet towels or blankets – they can trap heat.
❌ Don't wait to see if your dog improves before contacting a vet.
❌ Don't delay cooling while arranging transport.

🌡️ If you are monitoring temperature, stop active cooling once it reaches approximately 39.5°C to reduce the risk of rebound hypothermia, then continue transport to your vet.

🐾 Early recognition and rapid cooling save lives.

🔬 Research credit: Heatstroke in Dogs Project (VetCompass UK)

07/07/2026

Dear All,

As I’m sure you have all noticed, the works being carried out by Thames Water are ongoing. Unfortunately, there will be occasions where Mugford’s Meadow will have to be closed for access for them, these demands for access tend to be given at short notice so to minimise us having to cancel bookings, we are currently limiting bookings to 7 days in advance.

I know this is frustrating for people but unfortunately we have no choice in this matter 😢

We will keep this page updated on closures/access etc.

19/05/2026

CANCELLING OR CHANGING YOUR BOOKINGS (please read)

We get lots of messages/calls from people wanting to change their booking & these are not always seen in time (especially at weekends).

You can cancel or change your own booking (up to 48hours beforehand)

Click on your booking on Planyo.

Scroll down to bottom.

Hit the MODIFICATIONS button to change the date or time of your booking.

Hit the CANCEL button to permanently cancel your booking & you will receive an automatic refund.

Don’t forget to press CONFIRM.

If you do need to contact us, sending a PM on this page is the most reliable way to ensure your message gets to the right person & is more likely to be seen out of office hours. 😀

11/05/2026

Dear All, we are still having a BIG problem with people speeding through the farm & this is (almost) exclusively people using the walking field.

I am now getting complaints on a daily basis & often multiple times a day at weekends! Even if no one complains, I see it for myself on the CCTV CAMERAS 😝

THE SPEED LIMIT IS FOR EVERYONE’S SAFETY. I find it amazing that all the people speeding are dog owners themselves yet are prepared to put the safety of other dogs & animals at risk!

5MPH is SLOW, ITS WALKING PACE. If you are in 2nd gear you are speeding, if you have an automatic & have your foot on the accelerator, you are speeding.

The rule applies to every one.

I am now keeping a list of all those that have been speeding & repeat offenders may be excluded from using our venue in future.

Come on people, it’s really not that difficult. 🙏

06/05/2026

Dear All,
We currently have Thames Water onsite doing essential repairs to a sewerage pipe that crosses our field. Please be aware there maybe disruptions & we may have to cancel bookings, this is unfortunately out of our control.

Apologies in advance if you are affected by this 😣

04/05/2026

With the lighter nights & better weather we are now open to 9pm (last booking 8pm)