Feeding Ideas for Happier Mealtimes Updated May 2026 Most dogs enjoy their food. Some enjoy it so much that it disappears in seconds. For years, I fed dogs from a normal bowl because it was easy and familiar. Then I started paying closer attention to how dogs behaved on walks. They sniffed. They searched. They…
One of the mistakes that dog walkers often make when walking their dog is the human focusing on their mobile whilst the dog walks beside them or, even worse, getting dragged along by the owner. Let’s face it, the dogs have been out and done their business, so all is good? WRONG Let your dog…
Calm One-to-one Enrichment Walks in Finchley People often ask what I mean when I say “enrichment walks”. They imagine something complicated. Special equipment. A big training session. Or a dog who has to solve puzzles every minute of the walk. That’s not what I mean. Enrichment is simply about helping a dog meet their natural…
How to get along with your new office mate If your current job allows you to work from home, you can count yourself lucky. Not only can you practice social distancing and be safe, but you can also spend more time working from home with the dog. However, even though they might be the best…
Updated July 2026 There are days when a normal dog walk is not the best option. It may be too hot. The rain may be hammering against the windows. Your dog may be recovering from an operation, slowing down with age or simply in need of a quieter day. That does not mean they need…
As well as Ditching the food bowl below are some simple, low-cost games to help keep your dog entertained. All games should be supervised in case your dog damages the material you have created the game out of. Also, take care to ensure your dog doesn’t become unduly frustrated by a game. Perhaps help them…
Rotating bottles is an easy DIY Dog Toy to make, and most dogs love to play and solve, helping with mental stimulation instead of a dog walk A small amount of DIY skills is needed along with some essential equipment as follows: High Value treats such as cheese (remember to take this into account and…
With the current COVID-19 situation, many people are looking at “Social distancing “ and, more importantly “, self-isolation”. As a result, our dog walks will become shorter and less frequent; consequently, our dogs may get bored and unhappy. We have previously done an article on DIY Dog Toys and thought it was time to do…
