KALEE - Canine Wellbeing & Education

28/07/2025

A little introduction 🐾 peeps

I’m Kirstey, pet bereavement counsellor, innate animal botanical practitioner student, a teacher and canine massage therapist with a special focus on palliative care. I’m devoted to senior dogs and the humans who walk beside them, offering gentle support that honours both the physical and emotional journey. ❤️

My work also includes teaching accredited and non-accredited workshops for dog guardians and professionals, covering everything from canine first aid to holistic arthritis care (including bespoke courses).

Whether it's easing mobility, navigating heart-deep transitions, or simply building trust through touch, my approach is warm, grounded, and deeply personal❣️

I live with my partner Carl and two beloved companions a Staffie and a Jack Russell (Monty JRT - is my mum's boy - we spend time together as my parents live right next door), whose wisdom and playfulness infuse everything I do. 🐾💛

I have a passion for growing my own medicinal plants and creating hydrosols and salves. 💚

28/07/2025

❣️ 🐾 Accredited Canine First Aid 🐾 ❣️

If you'd like to update your certification to reflect the latest regulations and practical skills, I am offering in-person workshops in a few locations.

If you wish to host a workshop at your venue - please let me know and I will send you the details.

To register your interest, simply reply to this with :

🐾"Yes"

🐾 Your preferred workshop location: Cardiff, Swansea, or Newport

🐾 "Host" to host a Workshop"

I'll get back to you with the specific date, venue, and cost. Or just send me a message via WhatsApp or here.

Thank you for staying committed to the safety and wellbeing of our four-legged friends - it means the world.

24/07/2025

🐶 Small Group In-Person Training in Cardiff.

Accredited Level 2 Canine First Aid Training

Cost: £65
Duration: 4-5 hours
Location: Cardiff Venue TBC
Date: Sunday 17th August

🐾 Ensure your dog’s safety with expert-led Canine First Aid training, tailored to owners, pet professionals, and animal lovers.

This comprehensive course covers essential life-saving skills to help your dog in times of emergency.

Since 2018, I’ve been teaching pet parents and professionals how to handle canine health crises, from minor wounds to urgent emergencies.

In this accredited Level 2 course, you’ll learn:

✅ How to assess and respond to emergencies
✅ CPR & rescue breathing techniques
✅ Wound care, bandaging, and controlling bleeding
✅ Common canine conditions & poisoning treatments
✅ Safe handling of fractures & spinal injuries
✅ Heatstroke, choking, shock, and allergic reactions

Plus, I’m on hand to answer any dog-related questions - because knowing your pet inside and out is the best form of care.

Book your training today and be your dog’s hero when it matters most!

Please contact me to secure your place.

🐾 [email protected] or send me a message or WhatsApp 07943765736

15/07/2025

Self selection morning with Shilo 🐾❤️💚

🐾 Videos 2,3,4,5 in comments 🐾

Vid 1 Hydrosols - Calendula, Mugwort, Sage, Peppermint, Rosemary. Pref: Mugwort, Rosemary, Calendula

Vid 2, Hydrosols - Calendula, Mugwort, Rosemary. Pref: Mugwort & Rosemary.

Vid 3 Hydrosols - Mugwort & Rosemary. Pref: Rosemary

Vid 4 Fresh Plants - Calendula, Mugwort, Rosemary. Pref: Mugwort and Calendula

Vid 5 Fresh Plants - Smorgasbord of the above. Pref: Mugwort.

💚Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
Actions: Nervine, bitter, emmenagogue, mild analgesic, and digestive stimulant.

💚Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
Actions: Circulatory stimulant, nervine, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory.

💚Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
Actions: Lymphatic, vulnerary (wound healing), anti-inflammatory, mild antifungal.

His fav was Mugwort & Calendula. He is recovering from a deep wound to his left hind limb (mild pain killers & anti-inflammatory), and he is out of sorts as his routine has changed due to the hot weather - Shilo dislikes change).

He did however drink a lot of the Rosemary Hydrosol initially - both Rosemary and Mugwort are Nervines - these were his two preferences with the Hydrosols.

Just noticed that energetically - the chosen botanicals are emotionally grounding and balancing - this would make sense with the changes in routine - he is a sensitive soul xx

14/07/2025

I've made five hydrosols today for the boys to select -

Calendula
Mugwort
Sage
Peppermint
Rosemary

🧡 Calendula (Calendula officinalis)
🐾 Actions: Vulnerary, anti-inflammatory, lymphatic decongestant, antifungal, antimicrobial, mildly astringent
🐾Often chosen for digestive discomfort, IBD, or post-infection recovery
🧡 May be selected for emotional soothing during grief or convalescence.

💚 Mugwort (Artemisia vulgaris)
🐾 Actions: Digestive stimulant, antispasmodic, antibacterial, immune-modulating, mild sedative
🐾 Sometimes selected for parasite cleansing or detox support
💚 May be chosen during seasonal transitions or when dogs are emotionally unsettled.

🌿 Sage (Salvia officinalis)
🐾 Actions: Antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, cooling, mildly drying
🐾 Dogs may select sage for oral health, ear cleansing, or skin infections
🐾 Can be chosen for hormonal balancing or age-related cognitive support
🌿 Occasionally selected for energetic grounding or mental clarity.

💜 Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis)
🐾 Actions: Circulatory stimulant, antioxidant, antimicrobial, spasmolytic, mildly warming
🐾 Dogs may gravitate toward rosemary for muscle stiffness, poor circulation, or fatigue
💜 Often chosen for mental alertness or low mood.

💙 Peppermint (Mentha × piperita)
🐾 Actions: Cooling, antispasmodic, digestive aid, analgesic, energising
🐾 Often selected for pain relief, especially head tension or muscle soreness, or sickness and nausea
💙 May be chosen for emotional uplift or mental stimulation.

Ps it's best to offer individually to dogs not at the same time. As you can see from the clip - watch very carefully Monty's body language....

In the video clip is the discarded herb - I will offer the hydrosols later.

🐾Clips in the comments 🐾

11/07/2025

Please take heed - especially if you have a working dog.



Please like and follow the below page for accurate information ❣️🐾❣️

⚠️ 🌡 "Temperature has Momentum"

If your dog is working hard, starts getting too hot and so you stop what they are doing, give them a break, put them in shade...

What happens to your dog's core body temperature, signs & symptoms?

Do they suddenly drop off right away?

Do they pause?

NO... Temperature has Momentum!

As they go up their exertion curve, even after you put them in a rest, their core body temperature will continue to rise, then plateau, then decrease!

What does that mean in the field?

You are not just evaluating your dog right here and now, you have to think ahead, even if you stop right here and now, it will get worse before it gets better!

Know that you may miss some of the early signs & symptoms, a dog in drive may cover up a lot of the early signs, so you may think he's ok, until after work he then comes out of drive, but his temperature is still going up, you may leave him thinking he looks pretty good, walk away but things may be getting worse. Keep a watch on your dog – Eyes On For Safety.

Temperature has Momentum!

– Jo-Anne Brenner
www.k9medic.com

30/06/2025

❣️ Please share far and wide. This is correct information!

Ignore anything different for the sake of your dogs 🙏

25/06/2025

Hi everyone,

Here's my latest blog

Better a Day Too Early, Than A Day Too Late... Or is it...

https://www.petbereavementmatters.com/post/better-a-day-too-early-than-a-day-too-late

Please let me know your thoughts ###

Better a Day Too Early, than a Day Too Late…. But Is It? The decision to euthanise a pet is one of the hardest choices a guardian can face. For many, this phrase offers reassurance: a way to frame the impossible choice as an act of mercy rather than tragedy. The idea is simple, choosing euthanasia...

24/06/2025

Understanding Pet Loss - Pet Bereavement Matters

I have 8 books in stock at a special price of £8.75 (10.99 on Amazon) Inc postage - with £1.50 going to Save Our Seized Dogs-Putting BSL to Sleep UK

If you wish to purchase one for yourself or as a gift please send me a message.

Included
1. About Pet bereavement and loss
2. Grief is our friend
3. How we grieve
4. Feelings
5. When the time comes
6. Preparing for loss
7. Pets mourn the loss of their buddy
8. Pet loss and children
9. Pet loss and the elderly
10. Pet professionals grieve too
11. How to heal your broken heart
12. Honouring your pet
13. When is the time to get another pet
14. Looking for the purpose of life & death
15. Energy healing
16. Pets & the afterlife
17. Save our seized dogs UK

If you are struggling please reach out to me

[email protected] ❤️🐾❤️

18/06/2025

🐶 1:2:1 Accredited Level 2 Canine First Aid Training – Zoom or In-Person

Cost: £125
Duration: 4-5 hours
Location: Zoom or in-person (Cardiff & surrounding areas)
Date: To be arranged

🐾 Ensure your dog’s safety with expert-led Canine First Aid training, tailored to owners, pet professionals, and animal lovers.

Whether online or face-to-face, this comprehensive course covers essential life-saving skills to help your dog in times of emergency.

Since 2018, I’ve been teaching pet parents and professionals how to handle canine health crises, from minor wounds to urgent emergencies.

In this accredited Level 2 course, you’ll learn:

✅ How to assess and respond to emergencies
✅ CPR & rescue breathing techniques
✅ Wound care, bandaging, and controlling bleeding
✅ Common canine conditions & poisoning treatments
✅ Safe handling of fractures & spinal injuries
✅ Heatstroke, choking, shock, and allergic reactions

Plus, I’m on hand to answer any dog-related questions - because knowing your pet inside and out is the best form of care.

Book your 1:2:1 training today and be your dog’s hero when it matters most!

Please contact me to secure your session at a date that is convenient to you - [email protected] or send me a message or WhatsApp

17/06/2025

Hi everyone, I've been quiet here recently - but beavering away behind the scenes with work and studies (Botanical Animal Practitioner Training) etc. I've won an award!!

From Rachael Maxwell - Animal Botanical

💚 Hi Kirstey 💚

A big hearty well done on winning my award for best offering with a dog for Herbal Shenanigans 2025 Spring series and for working through the spring detoxification series with grace despite all the problems with Monty and all you do at home, and actually for everyone! But also for undertaking your Practitioner work too! Seriously a big well done.

You have worked so hard to offer and support Monty and I have been super inspired by your determination with herbs, foraging, offering and working with the season.

A huge well done from me.

10/06/2025

🐾 Remembering Our Beloved Pets 🐾

Today is World Pet Memorial Day, a time to honour and cherish the memories of the pets who brought unconditional love, joy, and companionship into our lives.

Though they may no longer be by our side, their paw prints remain forever in our hearts. Whether it was a wagging tail that greeted us after a long day, gentle purrs that soothed our worries, or the endless laughter they inspired. Our furry, feathered, and scaled friends will never be forgotten.

Share a memory or a photo of a beloved pet today and celebrate the love that never fades. 💛🐾