Dog Days WA

29/06/2025

28/06/2025

28/06/2025

Selective breeding has dramatically changed the way many dog breeds look over time – and pugs are no exception.

While these images are AI-generated comparisons and should be taken with a grain of salt, the pug on the left is based on a real photo from the 1930s. You can see the difference in overall structure: a longer nose, leaner body, and fewer exaggerated features compared to what we now consider typical for the breed.

As a vet nurse, I’ve seen firsthand the consequences of extreme conformation. I’ve cared for countless pugs with collapsing tracheas, chronic breathing difficulties, and serious eye issues – including ulcers, prolapse, and enucleation (surgical removal of the eye). Their faces might be cute, but those flat muzzles can make basic things like breathing and thermoregulation a constant struggle.

The most heartbreaking part? Many of them breathe more comfortably with an endotracheal (ET) tube in place – a tool we usually only use under anaesthesia. That tells you just how hard it can be for them to get enough air on their own.

This isn’t about blaming owners – it’s about awareness. We owe it to these dogs to start having more honest conversations about welfare, breeding, and what we prioritise in companion animals.

28/06/2025

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You show up in the rain.
You celebrate every zoomie.
You stuff tug toys in your pockets like a pro.
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And this one’s for you:
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27/06/2025

Great tip! This is why getting to know your dog's body language is ESSENTIAL.

26/06/2025

🐾 Spots Available This Week at Dog Days WA! 🐾

Looking for support with training, enrichment, or behaviour? We’ve got a few spots left and we’d love to see you and your dog!

✨ Dog Life Skills Group Course
📅 Starting next weekend! Perfect for building real-world skills like recall, loose leash walking, and calm mat settles — in a fun, supportive environment.
https://bit.ly/doglifeskills

🦴 Enrichment & Training Sessions
📍 Available Sunday & Wednesday in Cardup, Byford + surrounds.
Let us take the lead with walks, training goals, or boredom busters while you work or relax.
🔗 dogdayswa.com.au/training-enrichment-sessions

💻 Private Consults – In-Person or Virtual
Flexible times to suit your schedule. Tailored help for behaviour, training plans, or puppy prep.
🔗 dogdayswa.com.au/private-training

📲 Message us or head to dogdayswa.com.au to book your spot now — they fill fast!
🐶 Force-free, fun-focused, and fear-free.

25/06/2025

🐾 Byford Doggos, Let’s Go! 🐾

Need a helping paw during the week? Our Training & Enrichment Sessions are now running in Byford, Cardup and surrounds every Wednesday and Sunday!

Whether your dog needs:
✅ Physical exercise
✅ Mental stimulation
✅ Positive training refreshers
✅ Support with loose leash walking, recall, or manners
✅ Or just a fun outing while you're busy...

We've got tails wagging and brains working 🧠🐶

💲$55 per session — or grab a 10-pack for $450 and save!
📩 Limited spots available — message us now or head to dogdayswa.com.au to secure your spot today.

Personalised dog training and enrichment to boost your pets skills and confidence. Tailored sessions by qualified trainers.

23/06/2025

🚨 New Look, Same Pawsitive Vibes! 🐾

We’ve given the Dog Days WA website a little makeover! 💻✨ It’s now easier than ever to sniff out the right service for you and your dog, with more info, clearer options, and a fresh new feel.

🐶 Want to know what to expect from our Private Training?
🚶 Curious about our Training & Enrichment Sessions?
📍 Wondering when we’re in your area?

It’s all there – and more!

👉 Check it out now: www.dogdayswa.com.au
Let us know what you think – we’d love your feedback!

22/06/2025

🔊 SHOUT OUT to our AMAZING June 2025 Dog Life Skills Teams today who braved the rain and cold this morning! Here are some photos for the brief moments of sunshine. Special mention to Team Humphrey (not pictured) for lending me your phone when mine died 🤦‍♀️ A good reminder for me to always have a back up option!

Video coming soon 🐾

Want to join in? 🔗 https://bit.ly/doglifeskills

22/06/2025

🚨 Don’t miss this must-attend webinar for every veterinary team member!

Hosted by the VNCA NSW Committee, Paws and Relax explores proven, practical methods to reduce stress and anxiety in clinic life—for your patients, your clients, and yourself.

You'll learn how to:
✔️ Decode animal body language
✔️ Make simple, powerful environmental tweaks
✔️ Apply Fear Free methods in every area of the clinic

🎓 Earn 2 CPD points
🗓️ Tuesday 8 July 2025
⏰ 7:00pm – 8:30pm AEST Online
🎟️ All welcome to attend

🔗 Register before it’s too late: https://www.vnca.asn.au/eventdetails/31067/vnca-nsw-webinar-paws-relax