Paws & Claws Nottingham

05/11/2026

Unpopular opinion... owning a dog is not a right, it is a privilege!

Dog's need more than a roof over their head, a walk round the block and food.

Owning a dog means committing your time, money and energy to meeting their needs,not just fitting them in when it’s convenient.

That means planning for vet bills, having suitable insurance and money set aside for costs it won’t cover. It means budgeting for training and putting in the work yourself, because training shouldn’t be a luxury.

It also means understanding the dog you’ve chosen. Their breed traits, genetic needs and natural behaviours don’t disappear because they don’t suit your lifestyle. Dogs need opportunities to sniff, explore, play, chew and use their brains. They need appropriate exercise, rest, companionship and nutritionally balanced, species-appropriate food.

The same walk round the block every day and some random food isn’t enough just because a dog can survive on it.

You don’t have to be wealthy or perfect to own a dog. But you do need to be willing and able to meet their needs for their whole life.

We choose to bring them into our lives.

They don’t get to choose us.

We owe them more than the bare minimum.

*Our dogs deserve better.*

29/10/2026

Our Scurry Dog Classes are suitable for all!

No commitment, pay as you go!
All breeds, ages and abilities welcome.

Have a dog you just cannot tire out?
Have a dog you just love spending time with and learning new things?

Come see what it is all about!

Next Classes

Thursday 29th October 10am Whatton - 2 spaces
Sunday 1st November - Fully Booked
Sunday 15th November 9:30am Whatton - 3 spaces
Sunday 29th November 9:30am Whatton - 3 spaces

https://trainandnourish.co.uk/booknow/

29/10/2026

✨Active Dog Club ✨

If you have a busy dog and want to spend 1 hour a week learning skill, having fun and fulfilling your dog - this is the class for you ☺️

We have weekend and now weeknight options available 🙌🏼

If you have any questions please drop me a message on 07837 266335
Or book directly via the website (link in bio)

These classes are in collaboration with Train & Nourish

23/09/2026

27/08/2026

Wow I’m so proud of these two! What a truly amazing achievement 🤩

What I also love about this is how much support this message received in our special training community 🥹 feeling so grateful to work with some of the best dogs and owners ❤️

13/08/2026

This boy has been looked after by a local vet nurse and now needs his forever home…

Bandit
Approx 1 year old intact male
Bull lurcher

Rescued from being loose in fields for a week. We believe he was a hare coursing dog but unsure.
Currently fostered for 6 months in which he has grown in confidence.
He’s a friendly but nervous boy, lacking in confidence.
He loves a toy and to play in his own space.
Will walk on a long line lead in the garden but will freak out on a short lead so will need further training.
We are able to check ears, open mouth, touch paws and clip nails.
Will happily urinate outside but is still on puppy pads and will not currently defecate outside.

Has been introduced to a JRT and has been ok but has only been for short periods in the garden.

He hasn’t been in a carpet/home environment.
He’s a very sweet natured boy and will be perfect for someone looking for a companion or possibly a job to do.
He is very food orientated and can easily be trained.

31/07/2026

We are incredibly excited to be supporting the amazing Lost Dog Tracking Network Notts & Derby at our Scurry Dog Trial on the 11th October at .

Not only will 10% of all ticket prices will be donated to this amazing charity. Members of the team will be around to talk to on the day!

Every competitor will also receive a scent item pack, which essential should a tracking dog ever need to help find your dog(We hope that you never require the help of the team but it best to be prepared!).

Will you be joining us? Bring the whole family! (Spectator tickets are FREE)

https://trainandnourish.co.uk/booknow/

08/07/2026

This is so important!

Every dog owner should have one… but so many don’t.

If you asked someone whether they had a first aid kit for their children, most people would say yes without hesitation.

So why are dog first aid kits so often overlooked?

We hope we’ll never need one, but accidents don’t wait until the vets are open.

A cut paw on a walk.
A torn nail.
A grass seed.
A sting.
A tick.
A broken claw.
A small wound after an adventure.

Having the right equipment to safely manage the situation until you can get veterinary advice can make all the difference.

And if you work with dogs professionally—whether you’re a trainer, walker, groomer, sitter or daycare provider—a well-stocked first aid kit isn’t just good practice, it’s part of your responsibility.

A first aid kit doesn’t replace your vet, but it can help you keep your dog safe and comfortable in those important first moments.

What’s in your dog first aid kit?

If you do not have one, this is your sign to order one now - https://pawaid.co.uk?sca_ref=11779106.bdS2aeYPn3

05/07/2026

Won’t lie, this did make me a little emotional this morning 🥹

Don’t ever underestimate the power of disengagement!

I’m incredibly proud of these two!

01/07/2026

Just a little reminder about our boarding bookings. 🐾

As many of you know, we ask for a minimum of 2 weeks’ notice if you need to cancel or amend a boarding booking.

There are two very important reasons for this:

🐶 Firstly, as a small business, we carefully plan each day around the dogs in our care. Having plenty of notice allows us to organise staffing, spaces and our daily routine, and also gives us the opportunity to refill any cancelled bookings so we can continue to cover the costs of running the business.

🐶 Secondly, we regularly have to turn families away because we’re fully booked. Last-minute cancellations mean those dogs have missed out on a space that could have been offered to them, which is never something we like to see.

Over the years we’ve never asked for deposits because we’ve always operated on trust, and we’re incredibly grateful to the vast majority of our wonderful clients who respect our booking policy.

Unfortunately, following a recent booking of over a week’s duration being cancelled outside of our notice period, that trust has been broken. Because of this, we will now be introducing a deposit for future boarding bookings of over a week.

This isn’t a decision we’ve taken lightly, but it’s necessary to help protect our small business and ensure we can continue providing the highest standard of care for all of the dogs who stay with us.

Thank you, as always, for your understanding and continued support. We genuinely appreciate every one of you. ❤️