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If the kindest souls were rewarded with the longest lives, dogswould outlive us all.
22/08/2025

If the kindest souls were rewarded with the longest lives, dogs
would outlive us all.

Gunner and Lily don’t mind the rain, but Emmy prefers to keep her pretty white coat nice and dry. 😆
20/08/2025

Gunner and Lily don’t mind the rain, but Emmy prefers to keep her pretty white coat nice and dry. 😆

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20/08/2025

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Watch out for the flying octopus!!!!🐙
19/08/2025

Watch out for the flying octopus!!!!🐙

19/08/2025

VELCRO DOGS
Dogs that follow us everywhere and always want to be with us.

When I say "I'M JUST GOING TO THE BATHROOM." My dogs hear: “FAMILY MEETING, ASSEMBLE NOW!" – I’m not sure where this saying originates from, but it’s so true.

Should we be concerned because by allowing dogs to do this, we might be encouraging separation distress (signs of stress and / or panic either when a dog thinks we are about to leave or what they do after we leave?
Are we encouraging neediness, clinginess or demanding behaviour, or is this behaviour a normal, natural need of a social being that is actually a compliment as to the way our dogs feel about us?

It can be a fine line and it’s always a good idea to encourage some independence and alone time to build self-confidence and resilience, especially in puppies, younger dogs or rescues.

It’s also a subject that like so many others, depends on the individual dog, history and circumstances.

This post is about recognising and accepting that the need to be with us and follow us around is a very normal and natural behaviour.

It’s a compliment that says “I feel safe with you, you are so important to me, I feel connected to you, I trust you, have a bond with you, being with you makes me happy!”

That’s not to say that dogs that don’t follow us around don’t feel that way about us!

Each dog is an individual with different social preferences.

Some dogs are loners, more independent and enjoy spending time alone.

Older dogs and seniors that are secure and confident in their environment may just not feel the need to be with us all the time.

If you have a Velcro dog that isn’t stressed or panicked when you leave home, accept the compliment, you’ve clearly earned it!

Girls day!!!!
18/08/2025

Girls day!!!!

Gunner the stunner 🤩😍
15/08/2025

Gunner the stunner 🤩😍

Wednesday Puppers on a Thursday post !!!
14/08/2025

Wednesday Puppers on a Thursday post !!!

12/08/2025

WHAT THE F? –
Stress responses in dogs

Fight or flight are well known reactions to fear or stress, but these other “F” words are also important to understand and be aware of as they may not always look obvious.

Freeze, Fawn, Fidget and Fool around are also responses to stress or fear and are also commonly seen in people.

Some dogs may have a genetic predisposition to one type of response while some react based on previous or a learnt experience - what has worked before or what hasn’t.

Some dogs will have different reactions depending on the specific context.

Recognising and taking note of situations or circumstances where these responses are seen is important to understand how our dogs are feeling.
Take note and be aware of what an individual dog’s signs of stress look like and try to avoid exposing them to situations where they feel stuck or trapped.

Try to give dogs as much appropriate choice as possible. Look at using positive reinforcement to help dogs form new, neutral or positive associations.

When we take the time to recognise a fear or a stress response, we are able to intervene and advocate for our dogs before the situation escalates or becomes a learnt pattern.

Happy Monday! Got the pups walked early to beat the heat. Remember, hot pavement can hurt their paws and cause overheati...
11/08/2025

Happy Monday! Got the pups walked early to beat the heat. Remember, hot pavement can hurt their paws and cause overheating. Stay cool and hydrated this week! 🥵🧊🧊

Little Miss Millie the absurdly adorable cotton ball!!!
11/08/2025

Little Miss Millie the absurdly adorable cotton ball!!!

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