How to reduce the risk of losing your dog – prevention can reduce lots of anguish and worry. Losing a dog that goes missing, no matter how long, certainly makes you more attentive, more cautious about your surroundings, and take fewer risks regarding your safety. During my dog walking sessions, I often come across a…
Articles from August 2016
Shopping and Dog Theft
Be cautious when taking your dog shopping due to the increase in dog theft. The mere thought of your beloved dog being stolen or taken from your home without your knowledge is enough to make you weep, but in reality, this is a very tangible threat. Thieves never steal dogs to love them! They abuse…
Dog First Aid Kit for Home and Walks
Just like humans, pets, especially puppies, can get into all sorts of trouble/accidents, and over the 12 or so years that your best friend is with you, there is a good chance that they will injure themselves at least once or twice. Most dogs love an adventure and love to explore. However, the world is…
How important is it for your dog to wear a house collar with a name tag?
Does your dog legally have to wear a collar and an ID tag, even though he may be microchipped? The answer to this is YES. Current legislation dating from the Control of Dogs Order Act 1992; all dogs have a requirement to wear an Identity tag and a collar when in a public place. The…
Stress-free dog walking
Daily dog walks don’t need to be a chore; how to make them enjoyable and stress-free. During my daily dog walks, both with customers” dogs and when I’m’ out walking my dogs, I sometimes get frustrated by the behaviour of other dog owners. I might share some of my experiences and thoughts for a less…