Valentine’s Day looks harmless on the surface. Flowers arrive. Chocolates appear on tables. Cards, balloons and shiny wrapping get left around the house. Plans change. Visitors come and go. For dogs, that combination can create real risk. I see it every year. Not because people are careless, but because Valentine’s Day hazards are not obvious…
Chinese New Year is a huge celebration in communities around the world, not just in China, and with a high population of Chinese communities in London and the UK, it’s no wonder that there are numerous planned celebrations for the12th February 2021 to greet the Chinese New Year in style. Many of these celebrations may…
I get it. You pick up a stick, your dog lights up, and you’ve got an easy game on a walk. For years, stick throwing has been sold to us as harmless, natural fun. But the truth is simple. The dangers of throwing sticks for dogs are real, and the injuries can be severe. Vets…
With the cold weather set in for the next few months, you can do plenty to keep your dog in tip-top condition and ensure they’re well protected from the elements. As a north London dog walker, I know only too well how well-groomed dog fares throughout the winter, so here are some tips for winter…
Just like us, your dog’s skin can be sensitive to the elements, especially during the winter. The continuous changes from cold and wet outside to warm and dry inside could leave your four-legged friend with itchy skin, cracked paws and matted fur. But here at Finchley Dog Walker, we’ve got some super skincare tips for…
The ever-growing so-called obesity epidemic in humans has been a very real concern for some years now, with health concerns like diabetes, cancer, depression and heart disease, and an undoubted effect on quality of life. Sadly, the same is true of our dogs –the RSPCA now says it’s a serious welfare issue. Why is this…
Our best friends are a tough bunch on the whole and they never complain, which of course makes it all the more important that we look out for them and there is no more important time to do that than in Winter. Winter as we all know, is the harshest season for everyone, except polar…
Dogs love going out on a walk – and playing in the snow! As a pet owner, you always try to make up for lost time and take them out on a walk whenever you can – but it might be a bit difficult to adhere to the same routine in your busy schedules, especially…
