Updated October 2026 | By Derek (Del) Chambers, Finchley Dog Walker Some dogs sleep through a thunderstorm without giving it a second thought. Others hear the first distant rumble and begin pacing, panting, trembling or trying to hide. If you’ve ever watched a dog become frightened during a storm, you’ll know how upsetting it can…
Do You Have a Regular Vet? Check Ups Dogs are an important part of the family, just like children. I am sure, like many people, if you feel under the weather, you go to the doctor, or if you have children, you make sure they have regular checkups, vaccinations, etc. So why should your dog…
Updated July 2026 Harvest mites are tiny outdoor parasites that can cause intense itching and sore skin in dogs. They are most commonly encountered from late summer into autumn, particularly during dry, sunny weather. Dogs pick up the larval mites from vegetation and the ground rather than directly from another dog. Some dogs develop only…
Warning Signs Dog Owners Should Not Ignore Updated July 2026 Dogs cannot tell us: My stomach really hurts. Or: I feel dizzy. Or: I’m struggling to breathe. They show us through changes in their body and behaviour. The difficult bit for dog owners is deciding whether something can be calmly monitored or whether you need…
Updated October 2026 | By Derek (Del) Chambers, Finchley Dog Walker Cross-breed dogs come in all shapes, sizes and personalities. From Cockapoos and Labradoodles to rescue dogs with a complete ancestry mystery *my first dog was one of these; no one knew what Prince was Some are confident and outgoing. Others are nervous, sensitive or…
Updated October 2026 | By Derek (Del) Chambers, Finchley Dog Walker Thinking about getting a dog? Perhaps you’ve always wanted one. Maybe you’ve fallen in love with a particular breed, met a lovely rescue dog or decided that now feels like the right time to welcome a four-legged companion into your life. Getting a dog…
Updated September 2026 Dogs and children can have wonderful relationships, but those relationships need help from adults. Children and dogs communicate very differently. Children can be noisy, fast, wobbly, affectionate and unpredictable. Dogs may find hugging, grabbing, faces close to theirs, sudden movement or being followed when they try to leave uncomfortable. The most important…
Updated August 2026 Going on holiday should be enjoyable, but deciding who will care for your dog can feel more difficult than choosing where to go. Your main options include: There is no single arrangement that is right for every dog. A confident, sociable dog who enjoys new places may settle happily with a licensed…
