Happy Dog Sitting Services

Happy Dog Sitting Services Fully insured, registered Dog Sitter (Licence No. 588491) I am fully insured and registered with Wrexham County Borough Council (Licence No: 565099).

I have had dogs all my life and my family have relied on me to look after their precious family members also. I have owned various breeds from Jack Russsell, German Shepherd, Golden Retrievers, Cocker Spaniels, Labradors. My current dog is a Greek Harehound, who we adopted from Greece in May 2021. Other than dropping my son off and collecting him from school, I am at home full time, therefore I ha

ve plenty of time to care, exercise and really get to know your pet. There is a fenced area (secured access straight from my back door) within the garden in which your pet can safely play outside with our dog Ivan. There will be lots of country walks on very quiet lanes and in the large open fields close to my home, where your pet will have the opportunity to explore. I do insist upon a "meet and greet" prior to accepting any bookings. This will give you the opportunity to visit my home and introduce your pet to my dog, Ivan. We can discuss all your pets needs, but more importantly we can be sure as to whether or not we are both a good fit for each other.

BAD BREATH IN DOGS 🤢Contact your vet if you notice a change in your dog’s breath, especially if they seem to be in pain,...
02/06/2026

BAD BREATH IN DOGS 🤢

Contact your vet if you notice a change in your dog’s breath, especially if they seem to be in pain, have stopped eating or seem unwell. Bad breath isn’t normal, even in older dogs.

Halitosis (bad breath) in dogs can be caused by:
• Dental disease - This is the most common cause of halitosis in dogs. Tartar build-up, gingivitis, infections, and tooth root abscesses can make your dog’s breath very smelly.
• Kidney disease - When your dog’s kidneys aren’t working properly, toxins and waste products build up in their body. This causes a number of symptoms, including breath that smells like ammonia (similar to bleach).
• Diabetes - This causes chemicals called ‘ketones’ to build up in the body which leads to a variety of symptoms including sweet smelling breath (similar to pear drops or nail polish remover).
• Infection or Something stuck in the mouth - An object stuck in the mouth, such as a bone or stick, can become really smelly, especially if it causes a wound and/or infection to develop.
• Oral lumps - These are abnormal tissue growths in the mouth, including the gums, tongue, or lips which can often become infected and smell.
• Diet - The food your dog eats could affect their breath. For example, fish based diets can make your dog’s breath smell fishy. If you change your dog’s diet, you may notice their breath smells different

☀️HOT PAVEMENT WARNING☀️Yes, even on warm days, in certain conditions, pavements can become hot enough to cause pain, di...
30/05/2026

☀️HOT PAVEMENT WARNING☀️

Yes, even on warm days, in certain conditions, pavements can become hot enough to cause pain, discomfort and even burn your dog’s paws.

Although you may think your dog’s paw pads are quite tough, it’s important to remember that they are skin and can be just as sensitive as the bottom of your feet.

On sunny days, pavements can be deceptively hot and usually be much warmer than the air outside. Dark and dense pavements easily absorb heat from the sun and are good at keeping hold of it and releasing it slowly. Natural surfaces, including grass, tend to be much cooler, as plants release water to help cool themselves down.

🔸HOW TO CHECK🔸
The best way to tell if a pavement is too hot for your dog to walk on is to place the back of your hand on the pavement for SEVEN SECONDS. If it’s too painful for your hand, then it’s too painful for your dog’s paws.

If you notice your dog limping, looking uncomfortable or whimpering, check the bottom of their paws and the temperature of the pavement with the back of your hand.
If your dog’s paws look red, swollen or blistered then it’s important that you quickly take them off the hot pavement and contact your vet for advice as soon as possible.

🚨HEATSTROKE KILLS DOGS🚨It doesn’t always have to be ‘hot’ for an animal to develop heatstroke. Exercising excessively in...
28/05/2026

🚨HEATSTROKE KILLS DOGS🚨

It doesn’t always have to be ‘hot’ for an animal to develop heatstroke.

Exercising excessively in warm weather, or being left in a warm or humid environment that is poorly ventilated can cause animals to quickly overheat.

Extra attention should be given to large dogs, flat faced breeds, puppies, overweight dogs, older dogs, black coated dogs and dogs with emotional behaviour difficulties. Studies have shown they can be affected by the heat more than others.

Avoidance is always best, but it’s important to know the signs of heatstroke so that you can treat your dog appropriately and know when to seek veterinary attention should they be unfortunate enough to suffer from it.

If you are concerned that your pet is overheating, act immediately, as heatstroke can rapidly become a life-threatening emergency;

We recommend to “cool first, transport second” as the immediate first aid response for dogs with heatstroke. Owners should also seek veterinary advice as soon as possible

The weather has certainly got hotter, so it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with what temperatures are safe for yo...
28/05/2026

The weather has certainly got hotter, so it’s a good idea to familiarise yourself with what temperatures are safe for your dog☀️🐶

Every year our vets treat hundreds of heat stroke cases and, heartbreakingly, some end in tragedy. It's important to know the dangers of exercising your dogs in temperatures to hot for them to handle.

Heat-related illnesses are almost always preventable.
DONT TAKE THE RISK and make sure your pet isn’t overheating in the sun.

Temperatures over 24 degrees will be uncomfortable for most of our dogs, so make sure you are walking them at the coolest times of the day or simply keep them at home and give them some mental stimulation and enrichment things to do instead.

If you think your dog may be suffering from heat stroke, contact your vet immediately! If out-of-hours, find your nearest emergency vet.

🐾 a lovely bank holiday weekend stay for this little one. Looking forward to seeing you in a few weeks 🐕
26/05/2026

🐾 a lovely bank holiday weekend stay for this little one. Looking forward to seeing you in a few weeks 🐕

🐾 a lovely couple of weeks with this gorgeous girl. We look forward to seeing you again soon 🐕
21/05/2026

🐾 a lovely couple of weeks with this gorgeous girl. We look forward to seeing you again soon 🐕

🐾 a lovely overnight stay with this gorgeous one. Looking forward to seeing you later in the year 🐕
17/05/2026

🐾 a lovely overnight stay with this gorgeous one. Looking forward to seeing you later in the year 🐕

DOGS ON LEADS 🐾 There is no blanket law requiring dogs to be kept on a lead in all public spaces. However, there are a s...
15/05/2026

DOGS ON LEADS 🐾

There is no blanket law requiring dogs to be kept on a lead in all public spaces.
However, there are a series of orders that mean you have to leash your dog in certain places in your local area, for example children’s play areas, sports pitches, roads, parks and beaches.

The Highway Code also says that dogs should be kept on a short lead along roads, pavements and on paths shared with horse riders or cyclists (rule 56).

Many local authorities have introduced Public Spaces Protection Orders over the last couple of years to restrict dogs to being walked on lead (or excluded from the area entirely) in certain public spaces. Look out for signage detailing restrictions. We also recommend checking your local council’s website for details of any restricted areas.

🚨What can happen if I break this law?🚨
Local authorities have the power to introduce these orders under a number of different laws, and can issue fines or fixed penalty notices for those who don’t comply.

Law: Road Traffic Act 1988, section 27; Anti-social Behaviour, Crime and Policing Act 2014

🐾 a lovely couple of days with this little one. See you very soon 🐕
15/05/2026

🐾 a lovely couple of days with this little one. See you very soon 🐕

⚠️RAT POISONING IN DOGS⚠️There are several different types of rat poison and unfortunately, they are all harmful to dogs...
13/05/2026

⚠️RAT POISONING IN DOGS⚠️

There are several different types of rat poison and unfortunately, they are all harmful to dogs. Rat poisoning usually happens when your dog eats the poison directly, but is also possible if a dog eats a rat or mouse that has been poisoned (this is called secondary poisoning).

The most common type of rat and mouse poison used in the UK is:
Anticoagulants which prevent the blood from clotting leading to internal bleeding.

⚠️Symptoms of rat poisoning in dogs⚠️
Symptoms of rat poisoning depends on how much, and the type of poison the dog has eaten.

Symptoms of an anticoagulant poison can include:
•Weakness and lethargy
•Vomiting or coughing blood
•Nose bleeds
•Bleeding from the gums or pale gums
•Blood in the wee
•Blood in the poo (red or black poo)
•Bruising
•Breathing difficulties

Symptoms of other types of rat and mouse poisons can include:
•Drinking and weeing more
•Not wanting to eat
•Seizures
•Walking as if they are drunk
•Increased drooling
•Appearing blind
•Muscle tremors
•Paralysis
•Coma
•Bloated tummy

It is important to remember that there can be a delay in how quickly your pet shows signs after eating some types of poisons, which can vary from minutes to up to ten days. Bleeding is not always obvious especially if it is happening inside the abdomen, chest, lungs, joints or gastrointestinal tract.
If you suspect your dog has eaten poison, contact your vet straight away, don’t wait for symptoms to appear

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