Kylok9

28/05/2026

Issues with Flexi Leads.

After seeing a dog run when an owner had dropped the flexi and the dog heard the bang, jumped started running and thought the lead was chasing them… I’m not a fan. The dog kept running and ran into the road several times.

Some owner have no control of the lead and I’ve seen it wrap around legs and pull people over.

I’ve even seen a lead with a few knots in the flexi and it doesnt retract properly, this is clearly a danger not only for it breaking again but also if you need to retract away from any danger.

Far better up your game and learn to use a longline or 2m lead in more busier settings.

Yes they maybe convenient but they are not safe equipment!

Not my favourite.

Can be ok in certain situations, I do use them myself when I am handling a stooge sometimes, but only if I need both hands free and I clip the lead to my waist so it won't fall out of my hand.

I never use them on large dogs, ever.

And never near roads.

25/05/2026

It’s that time of year again 🥵🐾

Already dog casualties this weekend. 🙁

PLEASE READ - No matter how many times we share posts like these and people moan, yeah yeah!

Even if this info saves just one dog, I’m going to keep posting it! 🐾❤️

22/05/2026

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11/05/2026

My dog loves Spirulina and Chlorella 🙂🐾

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A new peer-reviewed study published in BMC Veterinary Research found that daily Spirulina supplementation supported multiple areas of health in working dogs, especially at the higher dose of 0.08 g/kg body weight per day over 7 weeks. Researchers tested two doses, 0.04 g/kg and 0.08 g/kg, and observed improvements in cholesterol, inflammation, antioxidant status, gut health, immune defenses, and liver related markers. Dogs receiving Spirulina had up to 31% lower “bad” cholesterol, 39% lower oxidative stress, 47% more beneficial gut bacteria, and a 65% increase in a key gut immune defender. Researchers also found signs of a stronger gut lining and lower inflammatory markers. Some benefits appeared within 3 weeks, with the biggest improvements seen by week 7.

11/05/2026

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Think all petting feels good to your dog? Not even close. Science shows a lot of what we call affection is actually overstimulation. Slow it down. Your dog doesn’t want a drum solo on their head. Slow strokes equal calm, fast pats equal stress.

A new peer-revied study surveying dog and cat owners looked at how touch relates to pet wellbeing and found clear differences between species. For dogs, gentle petting had the biggest positive impact, especially slow, calm stroking along the chest, shoulders, and sides. The more time and physical contact, the better, with added benefits when dogs lean on their owners or sleep close by. This type of touch mimics natural social grooming and helps reduce stress while promoting relaxation. In contrast, owner-initiated petting didn’t have the same effect in cats. What mattered more was cat-initiated contact, particularly head rubbing, also known as bunting. Gentle touch can improve wellbeing, but only when it aligns with the animal’s natural behavior and comfort level. Takeaway: If your dog leans into you, relaxes, or closes their eyes, you’re doing it right, if they pull away or get restless, adjust pressure or location.

05/01/2026

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01/01/2026

New Year and time for waking up the brain cells!
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09/12/2025

Susan makes a very good point.

If balanced trainers have had a dog from a puppy and trained that dog using aversive tools.. why do they still need to use aversive tools when the dog becomes an adult.

Very good point and something to think about 🤔

08/12/2025

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