Updated July 2026 You see a dog wandering alone. No owner. No obvious lead. Perhaps the dog is standing near a road, running through a park, or nervously watching people from a distance. The natural reaction is to help. But slow down for a moment. A lost dog may be frightened, confused or already highly…
Updated May 2026 Choosing a dog walker is not just about finding someone with a spare hour and a pair of walking boots. You are trusting someone with your dog, your home access, your keys and your dog’s safety. That matters. A good dog walker should understand dogs, but they should also understand routine, communication,…
Halloween can be great fun for families. Costumes, pumpkins, decorations and children knocking on doors are all part of the celebrations. But have you ever stopped to think about how Halloween looks from your dog’s point of view? One minute, everything is normal. The next, the doorbell keeps ringing, unfamiliar people are standing outside, children…
Now that the nights are getting shorter, we know that autumn is just around the corner. With the mild weather, we’re able to take our dogs out walking in the countryside and the woods. This results in several toxic risks that we need to be aware of. Both acorns and conkers can prove deadly…
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…
Be cautious when taking your dog shopping due to increased dog theft. You might never expect it to happen to you. Yet the thought of your dog being taken, snatched in broad daylight, stolen from your garden, or slipped out of your car park—is terrifying. Every week, around five dogs are stolen in the UK….
Updated August 2026 Accidents can happen even when you are careful. A dog may cut a paw, pick up a tick, suffer an insect sting or become unwell while you are away from home. A dog first-aid kit gives you clean, useful equipment while you contact your vet and arrange appropriate treatment. It does not…
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…
