Paws & Boots

03/12/2024

Please be careful with your mince pies!!!!

01/12/2024

If you are local to Stoke Mandeville and looking for a great place for your dog to hang out and have some spa time 😂 (in the muddy wet weather who doesn't love a clean pampered pooch??) please head over to Clips Dog Grooming!!

I took Ava there for a nail trim and the staff were fantastic when she started to shout, very loudly! They are kind, compassionate and professional. They calmed both me and Ava without ever being judgemental and that means a lot when you have a barky GSD!!

They suggested visiting periodically between trims to help with Ava's (and mine 😆) anxiety. We have been doing this.....

100% recommend!!

Five years ago, this business was just a dream and a garage conversation—and now, here we are! From spending 6 hours a day posting leaflets through doors, to countless late nights wrestling with a website, to falling head over heels for every single pooch, waggy tails, kisses as we groom, and snuggles, it’s been nothing short of an incredible journey.

Here, we’re always learning, educating, and growing—a reminder that if you have a dream, you can achieve anything with hard work and determination.

I’m beyond grateful for your continued support & loyalty—it’s because of you that we’ve reached this amazing milestone. Here’s to another 5 years of wagging tails, happy clients, and unforgettable moments. Thank you for everything! ♥️🙌🤗🥂

09/11/2024

If you live in and around Berkhamsted and have a nervous pet, this new Veterinarian approach may help 😊

Ava and I know and love Sam! She is a brilliant trainer and we wish her all the best in this new venture.

💚Sam our client and patient care co-ordinator has been supporting pet owners with their veterinary care for 15 years.

💚She knows first hand what an important part our pets play in our lives and how owners value their relationship with their vet.

💚Sam is proud to be part of an independent team, offering a more stress-free service for both pet and owner.

💚Come meet Sam in person, and Katie the vet, at Cedars cafe on Sunday 24th November 10-12 and find out more about us and our new way of providing veterinary care.

💚Go to www.theloungevet.co.uk or click the link in our bio to register and book an appointment. Alternatively email us at [email protected] or call 01442 927925.

08/11/2024

We are now open!

21/10/2024

Need some suggestions to help with sensitive pets during firework season??

21/10/2024

I have collected many purrs since my last post 😊

If you need your feline friend looking after whilst you are away, please feel free to contact me.

11/10/2024

Summer walks ☀️, a far cry from scraping ice off the car this morning 😆

I have limited availability for regular or ad hoc walks. Please get in touch if you need some help 😊

21/09/2024

As we approach autumn, leaves will start to fall and along with it can be a fair few acorns. 🍂

Did you know that acorns (and the entire Oak tree) is poisonous to dogs?
Here's the signs and symptoms of acorn poisoning in dogs. Be sure to save this post for later and share to raise awareness! 🐶

Find out more: https://bit.ly/4enYgdu

12/08/2024

Some of my lovely cat sits this last month ❤️ with a couple of cameo pics of Mrs Grey Pants!

12/08/2024

If you know me, then you will also know and have heard Ava!! We are working on her very loud indoor/outdoor voice 😂.

12/08/2024

12/08/2024

Good Morning Everyone! Happy Monday! New week, Fresh Start! Who’s ready for some hot temperatures!🔥🌡️

It’s a beautiful start this morning after a few heavy showers we had during the early hours. We will see lots of blue sky and sunshine today but a few patchy clouds may build up at times. Temperatures are expected to reach a hot 33° around the Chilterns! 🌡️☀️ At the moment there are a few heavy showers forming in the west so we are just keeping a close eye as the heat and humidity can cause thundery storms to suddenly appear..

This evening and tonight is a clear night to come , perfect to watch the Meteor shower and possible some more northern light activity… Nighttime lows of 12°. 🌙 💫

Tomorrow is a gorgeous day to come with blue sky and sunshine. Temperatures reaching 27°-28°, another warm day to come. ☀️☀️

Wednesday we will start of grey with some drizzle in places. As we head into the afternoon the clouds will start to break up. Temperatures reaching 24°:☁️🌥️🌤️

Thursday & Friday both look similar with sunny spells and fluffy clouds, staying dry with temperatures reaching 23-25°.⛅️🌤️

Saturday & Sunday yet again are very much the same with lots of sunshine and a few patchy clouds. Highs of 23°.⛅️⛅️

Pollen level: will remain HIGH all this week.

Have a wonderful day everyone, stay cool!

Watch out for more updates to come today☀️

Forecast by Harry

Photo taken by Caron Wild 🌾 ☀️

09/08/2024

Dog walking 😊 Not a lot of rain this time 😂

30/07/2024

With children and pets spending more time together over the summer holidays, it's super important to watch dogs closely and listen to their body language ⚠️

Dogs' stress signals often get misunderstood or missed, with some owners not realising their dog is unhappy until they growl, snap or even bite.

The canine ladder of communication is a useful guide, showing the different signals dogs show through their body language to communicate. As a dog gets more upset, their body language may change according to the steps on the ladder 🚦

It’s important to note that all dogs are different - not every dog will show every behaviour on the ladder and might not follow the same order.

Find out more: http://pdsa.me/rfce

[Visual description: An infographic explaining Kendal Shepherd’s ladder of communication and how to recognise stress in dogs by the signs they show in their body language. This is a traffic light system with red signals being the worst. Green signals are: Yawning, blinking, nose licking and turning their head away. Yellow signals are: Sitting and turning their body away, walking away, creeping and having their ears back. Orange signals are: Standing crouched, tail tucked, lying down with their belly exposed in a submissive way, stiffening up and staring. Red signals are: Growling, snapping and biting.]

28/07/2024

Brilliant training club! Totally recommend!

11/07/2024

Interested in doing more with your dog? Why not check out UKDS??

Ava and I have great fun training for competitions that include, agility, control and scent work.

We had a great time last year coming 1st and 2nd as well as Qualifying Excellent.

Not great so far this year with Ava pirouetting at the top of the A-Frame dropping points! We are always hopeful of a great next round!!

PS. That is us featured under the Sendaway heading!!

Welcome to the home of UK Dog Sport. UKDS is an increasingly popular dog sport incorporating nosework and control & agility exercises. There are six levels to work through from Foundation to Expert.

11/07/2024

My recent dog walks ❤️

05/07/2024

My recent cat dates 😻

If you need a sitter whilst you are away please feel free to contact me 😊