Dog Blossom - Natural Canine Wellness (2025)

14/09/2025

The Power of the Sniff 🌿

For our dogs, sniffing isn’t just about catching a scent — it’s a whole experience. Every blade of grass, tree trunk, or woodland path carries layers of information. A single sniff can tell your dog who’s been there, what they were feeling, and even what they’d eaten.

✨ When dogs sniff, their brains light up with activity. This natural behaviour:
• Releases endorphins, helping them feel calm and content
• Works like a mindful practice, slowing them down and easing stress
• Keeps their minds sharp, giving them as much enrichment as a long run

But it doesn’t stop there. The earth itself holds benefits — soil is rich in natural microbes that support gut and immune health when dogs come into contact with it. And in the woods, some dogs instinctively self-select plants and berries such as hawthorn berries, traditionally linked with heart and circulatory support.

🌳 So next time you’re in the woods, let your dog linger. Those moments of stillness while they breathe in the world — and sometimes taste it — are deeply nourishing. For them, it’s mindfulness in its purest form.

14/09/2025

💊 Antibiotics & Your Dog’s Gut 💊

Antibiotics can sometimes be necessary, but they don’t just kill off the “bad bugs” — they also wipe out the good bacteria that keep your dog’s gut, skin, and immunity in balance.

Here are some natural ways to support your dog afterwards:

🌱 Probiotics – repopulate the gut with healthy bacteria.
🌱 Prebiotics – slippery elm, inulin, dandelion root to feed those good bugs.
🌱 Postbiotics – found in quality probiotic blends, helping reduce inflammation and heal the gut.
🌱 Milk thistle – supports the liver in processing medication.
🌱 Thuja (homeopathic) – traditionally used to support detox after drugs or vaccinations.
🌱 Colostrum – helps repair the gut lining and boost immunity.
🌱 Bone broth – soothing, nourishing, and gut-healing.
🌱 Medicinal mushrooms (reishi, turkey tail, chaga) – strengthen the immune system.
🌱 Omega-3s (fish oil or algae oil) – calm inflammation and aid recovery.

✨ With the right natural support, your dog’s gut can bounce back quickly — protecting their overall health and vitality.

If you’d like guidance on what’s best for your dog, send me a message. 🐾💚

12/09/2025

🐾 Getting to the Root of Your Dog’s Itching 🐾

An itchy dog isn’t just a nuisance — it’s a message from the body.
Most cases of persistent scratching are linked to two main culprits:

1️⃣ Gut imbalance
A large proportion of the immune system sits in the gut. When the microbiome is out of balance, it often shows up through the skin as itching, redness, or hotspots.

2️⃣ Chemical overload
Regular exposure to flea and tick chemicals, household cleaners, lawn treatments, or even certain processed foods can overwhelm your dog’s system, tipping it into irritation and inflammation.

💡 While creams and tablets may suppress symptoms, the long-term solution lies in restoring balance: supporting gut health, reducing unnecessary chemical exposure, and nourishing the body from the inside out.

✨ This is exactly where I can help. If your dog is struggling with itchy skin, send me a DM to request a 1:1 wellness consult — together we can uncover the root cause and start your dog on the path to true healing.

11/09/2025

WHY YOUR DOG ISN’T BORED!!

One of the most common phrases I hear is, “My dog must be bored.”

We’re quick to assume that if our dog isn’t actively doing something, they’re missing out, unhappy, or frustrated. But here’s the truth: dogs are not like us. They are not wired to need constant entertainment.

Dogs are masters of simply being.

Unlike humans, dogs don’t wrestle with the pressure to be productive.

They don’t scroll through their phones, make to-do lists, or feel guilty for resting. They are naturally attuned to balance — periods of activity followed by long stretches of rest.

In fact, most dogs sleep between 16 and 18 hours a day. That isn’t boredom. That’s biology. Their bodies and minds need this downtime to grow, heal, and process the world around them.

What dogs really need:

Instead of endless enrichment, what dogs truly need is simple and grounded:
• A calm, safe environment where they feel secure
• Nourishing, species-appropriate food and fresh water
• Gentle exercise suited to their body and stage of life
• Opportunities to use their senses — sniffing, exploring, observing
• Connection with their human — love, trust, and presence

The danger of over-stimulating:

When we constantly assume a dog is bored, we can end up overstimulating them with too much activity, too many toys, or constant novelty. This can tip them into stress rather than joy. A dog that never rests can become wired, anxious, or even unwell.

Rest is not boredom

When your dog is lying peacefully, gazing out of the window, or curled up at your feet, they’re not longing for more. They’re content. They’re resting, digesting, and processing the world.

It’s often us humans who struggle with stillness, not them.

Honour the pause

So next time you see your dog in a quiet moment, resist the urge to fill it with activity. Instead, take a deep breath and join them. Watch how effortlessly they embody presence.

Your dog isn’t bored.
Your dog is balanced.
And that’s exactly what they need.

01/09/2025

Walking as Medicine: Why Mindful Walks Heal You and Your Dog

We all know dogs need walks for exercise.
But what if I told you that the true magic of walking together goes far deeper than burning energy?
When approached with presence and intention, a simple walk can become medicine — for both you and your dog.

🐾 More Than Exercise

Many owners treat the walk like a task: “get the lead on, tick the box, job done.”
But dogs aren’t just stretching their legs — they’re experiencing the world.
Every sniff, every pause, every choice of direction is part of their mental and emotional wellbeing.

🌱 The Power of Slowing Down

Mindful walking is about slowing down and letting your dog lead the rhythm.
Instead of rushing from A to B, you notice:
• The way your dog’s nose twitches at a scent trail
• The sound of birds overhead
• The feeling of fresh air in your lungs

When you’re present, your dog feels it.
Your calm state communicates safety, grounding them in the moment.

💜 A Shared Nervous System

Dogs are highly attuned to us.
When we walk while stressed, distracted, or tense, they pick up on it.
But when we walk mindfully — breathing deeply, softening our shoulders, letting go of the day — our nervous systems synchronise.
Both human and dog shift into a state of calm connection.

🌿 Walking as Healing

For anxious or reactive dogs, mindful walks are transformative.
It’s not about exposure or “training drills.”
It’s about creating an environment where they can simply be — to sniff, explore, and decompress.
This natural rhythm helps restore balance to their body and mind.

And for us humans? The benefits are just as great:
• Stress reduction
• A stronger bond with our dogs
• A gentle form of moving meditation

✨ A New Way of Seeing the Walk

What if you stopped thinking of walks as a duty…
and started seeing them as a ritual of healing?
Not just for your dog, but for you too.

🌸 I guide people into new ways of living with their dogs — where everyday moments like walking become part of a shared path to health, happiness, and harmony.

Do please reach out if you’d like some guidance 😊🐾

30/08/2025

This is Lil 🌸 my beautiful bonkers Lil who I rehomed almost 6 years ago now! 🐾💛

At home she’s the picture of calm serenity — sprawled across anywhere she chooses to be like she owns the place , looking like she’s auditioning for a spa brochure. Zen personified. The easiest dog to have around.
Don’t let these photos fool you 😅

Step outside and she flips a switch into pure fizz and firecracker energy 💥 — bouncy, comical, bonkers, curious, enthusiastic, noisy, and full of life. She throws herself into the world with her whole heart, keeping me smiling (exasperated sometimes) and on my toes every single day.
She’s pure athleticism, as fast as the wind and can spring over a 5-bar gate or 5ft fence, as if they’re not even there.
She’s a whirling dervish of sheer exuberance and joy! She simply doesn’t have a bad bone in her body. Her spirit is pure and mischievous 😍

I must have met hundreds of dogs over the years and she’s by far the wildest and most comical I’ve ever known. You simply cannot help but belly laugh every day when you’re in her company. She keeps us all young and teaches us to embrace life every single day. I strive to be more Lil. She doesn’t worry about anything ever, and finds life just sooooo exciting!

And yes… she and the others take over our home, our chairs, our sofas, and sometimes even my space on the bed. Equally, if it doesn’t suit us for any reason, or I ask them not to, they’re also happy to be in their own beds which take over every room too 😊

Why do I let them? Because furniture can be replaced, throws can be washed and hairs can be hoovered up, but this kind of love, comfort, and connection can’t.

My home isn’t just mine, it’s ours.
Home is where the dogs are. Without dogs, it wouldn’t be a home. I’m the lucky one whom they chose to spend their lives with 🙏🐾❤️

18/08/2025

✨ Human Healing Support for Guardians of Reactive Dogs ✨

Our dogs feel deeply. When a dog is reactive — barking, lunging, shutting down — it is not a sign of failure. It is a reflection of overwhelm, fear, sensitivity, or emotions that are too big to carry alone.

For the humans walking beside them, this journey can bring:

💔 Guilt and self-doubt
💔 Loneliness and misunderstanding
💔 The weight of constant management
💔 Grief for the life that you’d hoped for

🌿 But you and your dog are not broken. 🌿

At Dog Blossom, I hold a gentle healing space for you — the human guardian — to rest, to share, and to release what you’ve been carrying. These sessions weave together:

🌸 Human Counselling and deep listening and support
🌸 Insights into the emotional bond and mirroring between you and your dog
🌸 Practical steps that nurture both your wellbeing and theirs

When you find balance, your dog feels it too. Healing begins with you. 💚

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✨ Offerings ✨

🌱 One-to-One Counselling Session
60 mins (Zoom or in person, if local to CV35)
A blend of counselling, intuitive guidance, and supportive practices.
£65

🌸 The Blossom Healing Journey
3 x 60-minute sessions, tailored to you and your dog + email check-ins between sessions.
£145

🌿 Support Circle for Reactive Dog Guardians (launching soon) -
90 mins
A small, heart-led group space (from the comfort of your home) via zoom - connect with people going through the same struggles as yourself - to include automatic membership of a private and supportive FB community group
£15 per person per zoom meeting

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💌 You don’t have to walk this difficult path alone. If this resonates with your heart, I’d love to walk beside you.

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07/08/2025

🌿✨ Dog Blossom Special Launch Offer! ✨🌿 for wherever you are in the world! I can help!

1:1 Zoom Consult – Behaviour or Health – Just £45
(Usually £75 – limited-time launch price)

Does your dog struggle with behavioural or health issues that just don’t seem to improve?

Are you tired of quick fixes and rushed answers — when what you really need is someone who takes the time to listen, understand, and guide you from the heart?

🕊️ With over 17 years of experience in canine behaviour, holistic health, nutrition, emotional wellbeing, and conscious dog parenting — I’m here to help.

💚 Book a 1-hour Zoom consult with me for just £45 — and receive calm, compassionate, expert support tailored specifically to your dog.

🧠 To put that into perspective…
A standard 15-minute vet consult is around £70 — which means an hour with your vet could cost £280…
And while vets are essential, they often don’t have time to explore the emotional, nutritional, or energetic root causes.

This session is different.

🐾 We’ll work together to gently uncover what’s going on beneath the surface — and create a realistic, natural plan to support your dog’s healing and happiness.

🎁 Special Launch Offer: Just £45
(Will return to £75 soon – spaces are limited)

📩 DM me to book.

Because when we truly understand our dogs,
everything begins to change.

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19/07/2025

Wellness Consultations (In-depth support)

Some dogs need more than a quick fix.
Some families need more than a one-size-fits-all plan.
Some situations call for something deeper.

If you’re navigating complex behaviour, ongoing health issues, or just feel something isn’t quite right with your dog—but no one seems to be listening…

I will.

I offer full, heart-led Wellness Consultations that blend science, intuition, and soul.

What we explore together:
🌿 The root causes of your dog’s behaviour or discomfort
🌿 Emotional patterns & environmental stressors
🌿 Gut health, diet, skin, pain, sleep, routine, and family dynamics
🌿 Natural options for support: herbs, flower essences, healing routines
🌿 Gentle changes you can actually stick to

🪶 What you receive:
• A full 60–90 minute consult (online or in-person)
• A tailored wellness plan with recommendations
• Follow-up support so you’re not left on your own

This isn’t just support for your dog. It’s support for you, too.

Let’s bring understanding, calm, and vitality back into your shared life.

📩 Message me here to find out more.
Dog Blossom is here for you both.

17/07/2025

🌿✨ MINI WELLNESS CONSULTS ✨🌿
Just £25 • 30 minutes • Natural, supportive, tailored

Worried about your dog’s health but not sure where to start?
Whether it’s a niggling concern, a second opinion, or you’re simply curious about a more natural path — my Mini Wellness Consults are here to help.

💚 What’s included:
✔️ 30-minute 1:1 consult (Zoom or phone)
✔️ Personalised natural support suggestions
✔️ Holistic, kind, non-judgemental guidance

Perfect for:
🐾 Behavioural advice
🐾 Training issues
🐾 Itchy skin
🐾 Dodgy tummies
🐾 Anxiety or reactivity
🐾 Second opinions on health issues
🐾 Support for everyday vitality

🌿 Why choose me?

Because I see the whole dog — not just the symptoms.
I work gently, holistically, and without judgement to help you understand what your dog truly needs.

With 18 years of experience in natural canine wellness, qualified behavioural expertise plus deep intuitive understanding, I bring:
✨ A kind, calm, heart-led approach
✨ Knowledge of nutrition, herbs, supplements & energy balance
✨ A strong network of holistic vets and therapists
✨ Practical advice rooted in nature and common sense
✨ Real-world experience with all kinds of dogs — from sensitive souls to complex rescues

If you’re looking for someone who listens, who cares deeply, and who believes that your dog’s wellness matters… I’d love to help. 🌸

Let’s gently explore what your dog really needs — body, mind, and spirit.

📩 DM to book or email [email protected]
Limited spaces available 🌸

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