Lunar Paws

25/05/2026

This weather really hits our industry hard.

Over the last few days, many of us in the dog industry have had to make the decision to cancel classes, workshops, walks, training sessions, daycare activities and events.

As small businesses, every cancellation has an impact. We lose income, spend hours rearranging schedules, and often absorb costs that can’t be recovered.

But dog welfare will always come first.

No class, walk, workshop or training session is worth putting a dog at risk. When temperatures soar, our responsibility is to keep dogs safe, even when it’s the harder business decision.

So today, I’d love to shine a light on the amazing small businesses who are also putting welfare first. If you know a dog trainer, walker, daycare, groomer, physio, hydrotherapist, pet sitter or any other pet professional who has been affected by the heat, tag them below and give them a follow.

Supporting small businesses costs nothing, but it can make a huge difference.

Let’s show some love to the people who spend every day caring for our dogs. ❤️🐾

22/05/2026

☀️ It’s set to be a scorcher this Bank Holiday weekend 🥵

⚠️ This is your dog friendly hot weather warning - Please be sensible with your furry friends! 🐕

🥾 Walk them when the temperature is cooler. This is typically in the early morning, before the sun has fully risen, or late evening, once the sun has set and the air has had a chance to cool off. A bonus if you can take them somewhere shady and with water for a little paddle (only if safe to do so!) 💦 Remember: if the floor is too hot for the back of your hand, it’s too hot for their paws 🔥

🚽 If your dog needs to go out for toilet breaks, make sure these are in as shady areas as possible, only stay out for as long as necessary & take some water with you. 💧

🏠Ensure they have somewhere cool to rest. Make sure they have fresh, cool water available, and use fans if needed to keep the area cool through the day. You can also prep them some tasty cool/frozen snacks to help keep them cool! 😎 Top tip for keeping the house cool: keep your curtains drawn from the night before. You can also have a window slightly ajar behind the curtains to have a bit of fresh airflow 🌬️

💦 Remember - WET then VET! Have a look on Hot Dogs - canine heatstroke education for dog owners for up to date information on what’s best to do for dogs suffering from heatstroke.

If you’ve got anymore tips, drop them below 👇 But most importantly - stay safe! 🐶

18/05/2026

Who doesn’t love delivery day! 📦

Today’s Postie bought the boys some tasty new goodies! 🤤
We’re really excited to have been chosen to take part in another The Dog Trainer School product test, this time for Boil and Broth and their Beef Bone Broth Treats! 🦴 😋

Link has his sensible hat on ready for some intense taste tasting and will report back 🫡

24/04/2026

🇪🇸 Out Of Office is on! 🇪🇸

As most of you know, Link and myself have been chosen to represent Team GB at the IFCS World Agility Championships 2026! We began our journey yesterday and will finish today arriving in Bordeaux, heading down to Valencia tomorrow ready for checking in on Monday 😁

We’ll be away till 10th May, but I’ll try and keep on top of my admin whilst I’m out here!

If you would like to follow our journey first hand, head over to Links IG www.instagram.com/papillon_dog_link 🦋

Thank you to all our well wishers and everyone who has supported our journey so far! If you’d be interested in entering our little fundraising raffle to win some awesome prizes, details can be found here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DfpZY3nuN/?mibextid=wwXIfr

~ Keavy & Link 🌙🐾

14/04/2026

Why I love “middle” 🎯

“Middle” (where your dog comes to stand or sit between your legs - Rune is demonstrating here wonderfully) isn’t just a cool trick, it’s one of the most useful skills you can teach as it:

✨ Builds focus – your dog learns to tune into YOU, even around distractions! 🧠
✨ Creates a safe space – perfect for busy or overwhelming environments 🧘‍♀️
✨ Builds confidence – your dog feels secure and supported by you 🙌🏻
✨ Is a real-life skill – great for recall, tight spaces, greetings, and staying calm in public 😌

It’s also transferable - I (and my boys) absolutely LOVE using middle as a part of my agility start line routine 🏁

Practical, confidence-building, and strengthening your bond all at once 💛

Want help teaching this or adding it into your dog’s training plan? Message or email ([email protected]) to find out how I can help you! 🐶

10/04/2026

🐾 Happy National Hug Your Dog Day! 🐾 (Pretty sure this is an American one, but we’ll take it!)

It’s all about celebrating our amazing pups and the love they bring into our lives 💛 But not every dog enjoys hugs, being picked up, or lots of close contact (which is totally okay!). The kindest thing we can do is let our dogs choose when and how they want affection:
✨ Let them come to you
✨ Watch their body language
✨ Give them space when they’re resting or sleeping
✨ Respect their “no” just as much as their “yes”

Love isn’t about forcing cuddles - it’s about making them feel safe, understood, and happy 🐶 So celebrate today in your dogs favourite way, whether that’s a cuddle, a walk, a treat, or just some peaceful company 😌

[picture of Rune giving me his classic kiss & cuddle post agility run 🤣]

09/04/2026

09/04/2026

You know that feeling when you just simply cannot wait to see what’s in your delivery? 📦 Emrys gets it too 🤣 (especially on Pooch & Mutt delivery day! 🚚)

⬇️ Drop me your favourite photos of your pets doing things that you just can’t help but chuckle at in the comments below 🙊 Lets brighten up everyone’s feed this rather dull Thursday! 🐶

Thank you The Dog Trainer School for today’s prompt! 💚

29/01/2026