Halty Hounds

25/04/2025

We are looking forward to joining in the
May Day Celebrations at late shopping night on Friday 2nd May.

We will be in our usual spot outside the Dog School with our Dog Stall so you can stock up on your treats, snacks, boredom busters and accessories for your 4 legged friends. We also have a second hand dog rail for your consideration.

There will be free taster samples for all of the dogs attending and some great deals on medical grade Vet Bed. In addition we will have our ever popular Tombola on offer.

Enjoy the Fair rides, Maypole dancers Market Craft Stalls and soak up the community atmosphere.

See you there!

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23/04/2025

With the promise of more glorious weather on it's way, we must take every precaution to protect our dogs on their walks as adder season has begun. 😎

Adders are not aggressive. As they will only bite when they are startled, dogs are most likely to be bitten on their head, neck or legs, dependent on their size.

You may consider using one of the following if you are walking in adder territory.

🐾 A bandana may offer protection if a curious dog is observing a snake from above.

🐾 Bells can be attached to our dogs collars - though snakes can not hear, they can detect vibrations.

Last year we trialed the bells as an early warning to the adders that our dogs were approaching, so that they would move away. Whilst we can not categorically say that the bells detered the adders, we can report that none of the dogs wearing the bells were bitten. 🔔

The adder (Vipera berus berus) is the only venomous snake native to the UK, and is also found across northern Europe. It is a protected species in the UK. Adders are most commonly, but not exclusively, found on dry, sandy heaths, sand dunes, rocky hillsides, moorlands and woodland edges.

What should you do if your pet has been bitten by an adder?

❌Do not panic.
❌Do not interfere with the bite.
❌Do not apply a tourniquet.
❌Do not attempt to touch or catch the snake.
❌Do not kill the snake – it is a protected species.
❌If practical, carry your dog to your car and go to your veterinary surgeon - do not delay seeking advice even if your pet is well as things can change quickly.

The clinical signs of an adder bite can include rapid and progressive swelling around the bite site, pain, lethargy, vomiting, bruising, bleeding and collapse.

If your pet has been bitten by an adder (even if you did not see the snake or are not sure what happened) – contact your vet immediately. Your vet will examine your pet to determine the location of the bite and extent of the swelling and embark on the best course of action.

19/04/2025

Making wonderful memories for ourselves and our dogs on some recent Pack Walks. 🧡

09/04/2025

We are delighted to have the Agility equipment back out again for the Summer months. Long may the sun continue to shine on it.... 😎 🧡

06/04/2025

Happy 3rd Birthday Halty Hounds! The last 3 years have been a whirlwind!

We are looking forward to many more years enriching the lives of all of the pups, adolescents, adult dogs, rescues and rehomes from Halty and the surrounding areas. 🧡🖤 🐾

31/03/2025

Last call for our Cuppa & Kong Social Session tomorrow. We're meeting at the Hospital Grounds at 11.30am for a warm up before heading along to the Dog School for refreshments.

Your dogs can choose from interactive puzzle games, snuffle mats, liki mats, kongs and marrow bones to entertain themselves, whilst you unwind with a filter coffee/tea and some homemade cake. 😊☕️🍰

The date for our next drop-in is Thursday May 8th. Contact us for more details.🧡

30/03/2025

Happy 13th Birthday Chance! My right hand man, and best friend! You don't look at day over 7!! 🧡

29/03/2025

26/03/2025

Halty Hounds - Out & About!

11/03/2025

There are so many benefits for your dogs walking within 'The Pack!'

Most dogs enjoy the social aspect, the excersise, the fresh air and the beautiful Northumbrian countryside.

For others though, the power of the Pack is something that can not be replicated. It is used for rehabilitation, as dogs are the best healers for other dogs.

The structured hierarchy builds confidence in anxious dogs - as they know exactly where their place is within the pack, so it provides stability and will release 'feel good hormones'

It builds trust for dogs who have had bad experiences with other dogs. Negative encounters become positive experiences and will, in time change a dogs perception, and accumulate positive associations with other dogs.

The Pack will teach a boisterous, bad mannered or overly excitable dogs that in the canine world, these characteristics are seen as being unbalanced. The Pack will shun that dog and teach them that they will be accepted when they excersise calm, well balanced energy.

If you feel the 'Power of the Pack' can help your dog, or for more information about our dog walking service, please get it touch to discuss your requirements. Dogs used to help your dogs are hand picked to provide an experience unique to your dogs needs and all sessions are conducted in a controlled environment. 🧡

09/03/2025

It's a very rare occasion to have 5 Collies turn up for a Hoopers Class! Though outnumbered, Ted the Springer seemed unfazed! 🧡

L - R Merrick, Ted, Callie, Bramble, Trix & Brook.

02/03/2025

Halty Hounds is now stocking medical grade grey Vet Bed made from 100% double strength polyester with a 30mm deep pile.

This remarkable bedding is ideal for providing exceptional comfort as the soft fleece top retains heat, keeping your pet cosy and comfortable, whilst being tough, durable & hygienic, making it perfect for use in beds, crates, cages and cars.

This versatile bedding is suitable for all life stages.

Whelping - The dense pile gives warmth, comfort & a sense of security whilst deterring chewing in tiny pups through to seasoned bed destroyers.

Elderly and convalescing dogs - the heat retaining properties can help pets with joint pain and prevents pressure sores.

Incontinence and Swimmers - the heavy-duty double-woven green, water absorbent backing offers more durability, whicking properties, and allows liquids to drain through, drawing fluids downwards to keep pets dry and comfortable at all times.

Hygienic
Non allergenic.
Non toxic.
Non irritant.
Does not support bacterial growth.
Machine washable at 40° time and time again.
Quick drying.
(Do not tumble dry.)
(Do not use fabric conditioner.)

Pre cut pieces
85cm x 60cm £15
85cm x 100cm £20

The Vet Bed can also be cut to order. Photos for scale. 🧡 Backing photo in the comments....

01/03/2025

The Halty Pups are pups no longer. If anyone would like to join them at their 'Junior Class' on Thursdays at 2pm, feel free to drop me a message.

We will continue some aspects of socialisation when we take our classes out and about, normalising focusing on us amidst environmental distractions.

We will look at excersises compatible with the place our pups brains are in as they approach adolescence.

We will support and nurture their development as they transition into confident, well balanced youngsters that will be a credit to you wherever you go. 🧡

24/02/2025

Dexter surpassed himself at our Parkour class last week. Well Done Lad! 🧡

20/02/2025

Congratulations to the 5 dogs who attended our Recall Workshop yesterday. Everyone made a fantastic start! I'm confident that owners will put in the practice necessary to condition their dog's recalls so that they are reliable every time they use them. 🧡

16/02/2025

Love these guys.... ❤️

12/02/2025

Looking forward to catching up with everyone at both of our Hoopers Sessions this morning.🧡