I’ve been using London’s public transport from buses to tubes, trains to boats and even a rickshaw with all my dogs for over 25 years. I get all my dogs familiar and calm with buses, tubes and trains. However, when summer arrives, I completely change our routine. We stopped using the Underground. It’s not about…
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Can I Legally Break a Car Window If a Dog Is Inside?
You spot a dog locked in a car on a hot day. No windows open. No sign of the owner. The dog was panting heavily, slumped in the footwell, and struggling to breathe. Your instinct is to smash the window and get them out—but are you legally allowed to? The short answer? You can, but…
How to create a pet-friendly home
Bringing a new dog home is exciting, but it can also feel a bit overwhelming. You will have plenty of questions to ask both the breeder or rescue home from which you got the dog, the vet, and other dog owners, and some advice will be conflicting and confusing. I have had dogs since I…
The dos and don’ts of artificial grass
Why Pet-Safe Turf Matters Artificial grass can look neat and not need mowing. But it’s not always the easy fix if you have a dog or kids. It’s what you must do if you have artificial grass and dogs Choose proper pet-safe artificial grass Not all artificial grass is safe for dogs. Choose one with…
How the weather affects dog walks
Safe dog walking tips Owning a dog is a big commitment, and just because the weather has taken a turn for the worse, the dog still needs exercise and a comfort break. But how I walk your dog does. As a professional dog walker, I adapt my walks to the conditions outside and the dog’s…
Dog theft in the UK
What You Need to Know in 2025 Dog theft remains a serious concern across the UK. While recent data shows a slight drop in reported thefts, many dogs are still being taken daily. According to Direct Line’s 2025 report, an estimated 1,808 dogs were stolen in 2024, which is five dogs taken every day. Only…
Why training matters – and Why Sniffing Wee is Part of It
I have seen so many dog owners get annoyed and drag their dogs along, stopping at every post, tree, and patch of grass. It is important to remember that this is how a dog explores the world: through scent. Did you know dogs have over 220 million scent receptors in their nose? Dogs are checking…