If you’ve ever looked for a professional dog walker, you’ve probably come across many descriptions. Solo walks. Group walks. Enrichment walks. Sniff walks. Decompression walks. Adventure walks. Training walks. Then there are phrases such as reactive, threshold, meet-and-greet and structured walking. It’s almost enough to make you wonder whether your dog needs to learn the…
Updated August 2026 Calm home visits for rabbits, guinea pigs and other small pets Small pets are sometimes described as easy to look after. In reality, rabbits, guinea pigs and other small animals often rely on very precise routines. A blocked water bottle, reduced appetite, sudden temperature change or small behaviour change can quickly become…
Planning a holiday should feel straightforward. But if you have a dog, it rarely is. I see this all the time. Owners start by looking at dates and flights. Then it hits them. What do I do about my dog? You might be weighing up kennels, boarding, a dog walker, or asking a friend. Each…
Which Is Right for Your Dog? If you’re looking for a dog walker, one of the first decisions is: Do you choose solo walks or group walks? There isn’t a single right answer. But for many dogs, especially those who are nervous, reactive, or easily overwhelmed, solo walks can make a big difference. What’s the…
Updated August 2026 It is a walk planned around the individual dog. That might mean allowing more time to sniff, choosing a quieter route, exploring safe surroundings, practising one simple skill or creating more distance from something the dog finds difficult. The aim is not to keep your dog constantly entertained or to exhaust them….
Are you planning your holidays? You have probably booked your accommodation, flights and travel and checked the passports, but what will you do with your fur buddy if he can’t come along too? Pet sitters and boarders get booked up very early, so, please don’t leave it to the last minute before sorting out either…
Updated: September 2026 Choosing a dog walker or pet sitter means trusting somebody with your pet and, quite often, your keys and your home. Insurance should therefore be one of the things you ask about before making a booking. But simply hearing the words “I’m insured” doesn’t tell you much. More useful questions include what…
Updated July 2026 Mother’s Day often brings flowers, chocolates, cakes, candles and beautifully wrapped gifts into the home. Most presents are perfectly safe when they are stored and used sensibly. However, some common Mother’s Day gifts can create serious risks for dogs and cats. A dog may smell chocolate through its wrapping. A cat may…
