Anna's Happy Paws

14/11/2026

After Viola’s first sleepover trial, we had another little step this morning – an introduction meeting for Pedro and Viola. 🐾

It went really well! Both doggies enjoyed a lovely playdate and seemed happy in each other’s company. ❤️

We’ll be meeting again for a full-day trial to see how they get on spending a longer stretch of time together.

Taking the time to get to know each other and making sure everyone feels comfortable is an important part of what we do here at Anna’s Happy Paws. 🐶

One step at a time, always at the dogs’ pace! 🐾

14/11/2026

🌙🎀 Viola's first sleepover report... and what a little star she was! ⭐😄

I'll admit, as Viola is still such a young doggie, I wasn't entirely sure what to expect from her first night trial with us. 😉

But this little girl decided to surprise us in the best possible way!

She settled beautifully and slept in her own bed like a little princess. 🩷 We did disturb her twice during the night when I had to get up briefly to check on my daughter, but on both occasions Viola woke up only for a moment before settling herself back down and falling asleep again.

No fuss, no drama – just a very good girl enjoying her beauty sleep! 🥰

We're absolutely delighted with how Viola's first overnight adventure went. A lovely little milestone and a very encouraging start! 🐾❤️☺️

13/11/2026

Viola says goodnight 😴 ✨️

13/11/2026

🐾 A little welcome to Viola! ❤️

Viola has just arrived for her first overnight trial stay with us!

She's an absolute sweetheart, but she's also still very young and a little unsure of her new-ish surroundings so we're taking things slowly, giving her plenty of patience and allowing her to settle in at her own pace. 🥰

Keep your fingers crossed for us that Viola feels safe, comfortable and confident in her home away from home, and that her first little adventure with Anna's Happy Paws is a success! 🐶❤️

10/11/2026

🥶 Brrr… what a frosty start to the day! Foggy, chilly and definitely a morning for wrapping up warm! ❄️

A little change to Friday's plans, too! We were looking forward to welcoming two lovely ladies, Viola and Lexi, for a sleepover trial together, but unfortunately Lexi won't be joining us this time.

So, it looks like Viola will be getting all the attention to herself! 😉🐾

Looking forward to seeing you on Friday, Viola!

07/11/2026

Well, Stanley's first sleepover is officially in the history books! 🐾

And what an introduction to the world of overnight stays it was! 😂

This little chap is still very young, very attached to his humans (who can blame him?) 🩷 and not entirely convinced that spending a night away from them is the best invention ever ;)

There were a few emotional moments, some searching for familiar faces and considerably less sleep than usual for his temporary human! 🙃

But do you know what? He gave it a go. He was brave, he had his moments of playfulness, and eventually he managed to get some rest 🐾☺️

I'm not going to pretend every first sleepover is a picture-perfect experience. Sometimes the first night is more about getting to know each other than getting a full night's sleep!

That's precisely why I like to arrange trial stays. It's a chance to discover what makes each dog tick, what they find difficult and what helps them feel more comfortable.

No pressure to be the perfect little guest from day one.

Well done, Stanley. You've earned your first sleepover badge! 🏅🐶❤️

06/11/2026

Zoomies! 😂

06/11/2026

Stanley 🐾☺️

06/11/2026

05/11/2026

🎆 Beautiful to watch, exciting to celebrate… but not every member of our family feels the same way.

While we're looking up at the sky, some of our four-legged friends are wondering what on earth is happening. Those loud bangs can turn an ordinary evening into a frightening experience.

A little reminder to all dog owners: prepare a cosy hiding place, close the curtains, put some familiar background noise on and, most importantly, let your dogs stay close if that's what they need.

Don't tell them off for being scared. Don't force them to face their fears. Just be their safe place. ❤️

And perhaps this year, before we light another firework, let's spare a thought for the little paws listening from behind closed doors. 🐾

Because a beautiful celebration for us shouldn't have to be a terrifying night for them 🐾🤞