Becca's Paws 'N' Claws

04/06/2026

Want to book a holiday for the summer but dont want to leave your pets unattended?
Drop me a message! I'll cover anything from a guinea pig to a snake!
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03/06/2026

I tweeked my pricing list, it is now £15 for an hours dog walk. As the weather is cooling off a bit I can start taking dog walking clients again! 😆.
Drop me a message to book your free meet and greet now!
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28/05/2026

Top 3 tips to keep your dog cool during the summer ☀️ 😎
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27/05/2026

❗️Important announcement❗️
This announcement is only relevant to those who are interested in my dog walking services, if you are not one of these people, feel free to keep doomscrolling to your hearts content.

As im sure we've all noticed, theres a bit of a heatwave, and because of this I have decided that until the temperature is a bit cooler, that I will not be taking any dog walking clients.

Why am I doing this?
For the safety of your fur-babies, during these temperatures dogs are more susceptible to heat stroke and paw burn, both of which are very uncomfortable and can even be fatal. Which is also why other animal charities like the RSPCA had discouraged dog walking during these temperatures

I apologise for any inconveniences this may cause but for the time being, hang the dog leader up and stash the poo bags as theyre going on holiday for a little while.

So crack open a can of stella and get the seleros out and I hope you have a lovely summer....indoors (or in a shaded place)

23/05/2026

☀️ HOT WEATHER WARNING FOR DOG OWNERS ☀️🐶
Please be careful walking your dogs in this heat. What might feel “not too bad” to us can actually be extremely dangerous for dogs, especially older dogs, puppies, flat faced breeds, overweight dogs and those with thick coats.
Dogs can’t cool themselves down like humans do and heatstroke can happen VERY quickly. By the time they are struggling, it can already be an emergency.
🐾 Early morning walks only
🐾 Shorter, slower walks
🐾 Plenty of water available
🐾 Shade and rest breaks
🐾 Avoid hot pavements (if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for paws)
🐾 Skip the walk completely if needed — honestly a missed walk is safer than risking heatstroke
At Go Lea’d I’ll be adapting walks depending on the temperature, including earlier walks, more shaded areas, slower paced walks and extra water breaks. The dogs’ safety always comes first 💜
Remember… dogs would rather miss one walk than end up seriously ill at the vets 🥵
Feel free to share this to help spread awareness during the hot weather 🌞🐕

22/05/2026

🌡️ Heatwave incoming — and if you’re feeling it, your dog definitely is too 🐶☀️

Hot weather can become dangerous for dogs very quickly, especially for puppies, older dogs, flat-faced breeds, and pets with underlying health conditions.

As temperatures rise, remember:

💧 Keep fresh water available at all times
🌳 Walk early morning or later evening when it’s cooler
🔥 Avoid hot pavements — if it’s too hot for your hand, it’s too hot for paws
🏠 Keep pets cool indoors and out of direct heat
🚨 Watch for signs of heatstroke: excessive panting, drooling, lethargy, vomiting, or collapse.

If you have any concerns your pet might be suffering from heatstroke, bring them into the surgery without delay: https://www.thepetvet.co.uk/contact/?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=heatwave

Resource: Dog First Aid Franchise Ltd

22/05/2026

Please give this video a watch. The way pet shops house and inform people on the proper care of exotic animals is crucial for ensuring the animals welfare.
During my college course I had to undertake a "specialist project" which in short is a mini dissertation. For this I looked into what influences such high rates of animal neglect, some of it unintentionally on the owners part as they were not informed properly or didnt realise the importance of researching an animals before adopting one.
I found that the way that pet shops house their animals alongside outdated welfare standards were what influenced this unintentional neglect.

Pet shops absolutely need to do better, in my own opinion the highest standards of animal welfare should be the minimum and pet shops should be legally required to house animals in enclosures that are suitable for long-term inhabitation.
This means fish tanks with proper filtration, lighting and with an efficient amount of space, e.g. Beta fish kept in a tank with a minimum of 5 gallons.
And reptiles being kept in proper vivariums, not plastic containers without substrate, hides or even a heat lamp.

Things needs to change, please sign this petition to make this change a reality 🙏

216 likes, 63 comments. “LIKE, COMMENT, REPOST AND SIGN ✍️ https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/768232 💗💗💗”