Some dogs love walks Some dogs endure them. If your dog is anxious, a “normal” walk can feel like running a gauntlet. Loud roads. Busy corners. Dogs appearing out of nowhere. Strangers leaning in. Scooters and prams. Sudden noises. Then, when your dog panics, people offer confident advice that does not help. “They just need…
If you live with an anxious dog, you’ll know the pattern. One walk is fine.The next one is a mess. Your dog barks.Or freezes.Or refuses to move.Or explodes at a dog they normally ignore. Then you get home and replay it all. What did I miss? What did I do wrong? Why does it feel…
Feeling safe isn’t a luxury for dogs; it’s essential. Many dogs I work with are anxious, nervous, or easily overwhelmed. Often, they’re not “badly behaved” or “overreacting”. They’re scared. Whether it’s a dog who’s recently moved home, one struggling with the outside world, or a rescue still learning to trust, helping dogs feel safe is…
Bringing home a rescue dog is a decision filled with hope. You imagine cosy walks, peaceful evenings, and a strong bond growing between you. But the early days don’t always look like that. Some dogs settle in quickly. Others take longer than you expected. The 3‑3‑3 rule might have given you a neat framework: three…
If your dog refuses to walk, it can quickly knock your confidence. One moment, you are ready to head out. Next, your dog has stopped, sat down, or planted their feet and will not move. This is one of the most common concerns I hear from owners in Finchley and across North London. It happens…
If you’re heading away for a few days or just working long hours, it’s natural to worry about the pets you’re leaving at home. Cats, rabbits, hamsters and chickens all have their own routines, and many don’t cope well with noisy boarding environments or unfamiliar places. That’s where cat and small-pet sitting come in. In-home…
Introduction Some dogs seem to need constant movement. Others get bored on rainy days or when walks are cut short. Whether your dog is young, recovering from an injury, anxious, or just highly active, a scent box can help meet their needs in a gentle, enriching way. Creating a scent box for dogs taps into…
It’s normalbut not always easy to live with You come home, and before you’ve even shut the door, your dog is up on their back legs, paws on your chest, tail wagging. Or you’re out walking, and they leap up at someone passing byno matter how many times you’ve told them not to. If this…
