Are Christmas leftover food and snacks OK to feed to your dog? Now that we’ve all enjoyed our fantastic Christmas Fayre, chances are that you have leftovers sitting in the fridge, and while we have all overindulged with drinking and eating, we can bet that your dog has also had some Christmas treats that…
Articles from December 2016
Can dogs eat Christmas dinner?
Christmas is an exciting time of the year for the entire family, and that includes your dog too. Most owners want their four-legged furry friend to be involved in all the festivities incl a dog Christmas dinner. Much of what we eat at Christmas is suitable for your dog, but there are few things to…
stress-mas
6 signs your dog is having a stress-mas There’s so much to be done at Christmas. Visiting relatives, hosting parties, ordering the turkey, buying presents and wrapping presents are just a few of the things we have to content with. If you’re feeling stressed out your dog might be too. They can also get stressed…
Please ask the Dog before Approaching
Approaching and petting dogs – Why consent before touching is important This article follows on from our one on Dogs and Children. It is important to remember a a dog may be fearful for many reasons; a result of a traumatic experience, lack of early integration, genetics, or being anxious around strangers, which is a…
Protect your dog from these Christmas hazards and dangers.
Looking at Christmas from your dog’s point of view, it’s a very exciting time of the year when many strange and unusual items are brought into your home, which means it’s time for adventures and mischief for them. Christmas trees, unusual plants, shining decorations, presents and interesting foods will all be of enormous interest to…
Know the Law – Poop Scooping!
Why should you pick up your dog’s poop? Because it’s the Law! As a responsible dog owner, you have a responsibility to clean up after your dog fouls every time – no matter where you are. Did you know that there are around 1000 tonnes of waste poo deposited on the pavements in the UK…
12 Days of Dog Christmas
The festive season can be a peculiar time for our dogs. Their usual, safe environment is filled with Christmas trees, sparkling lights, flowers and noisy crackers. There may be unfamiliar visitors coming to your home, and your routine is likely to change. Finchley Dog Walker has suggested several of the pet hazards around at this…