PAWSitively Pets

20/06/2024

Not forgetting his stunning sister Luna who’s got a licki yoghurt addiction- yum. She goes mad for one of these treats 😂🤩💖

20/06/2024

The neediest boy, he always appreciates a cuddle on his kitty visits ♥️🐾😻. Beautiful Lazarus!

24/05/2024

🌟Holiday reminder 🌟

Just a little reminder that I’ll be away from 25th May- 8th June on my holidays! Messages may not be seen in this time but I’ll get back to as soon as possible.

Can’t wait to see you all again on Monday 10th June!

Take care 🐾

Abi x

02/05/2024

What a wonderful week pet sitting the gorgeous Ollie and Wanda! 😍♥️🐾

15/04/2024

✨Holiday reminder✨

Just a quick reminder that I’ll be away on holiday from this Friday, 19th April to Monday 22nd April ☺️. Back to walking as usual on Tuesday 23rd.

Thank you 🐾🐾

Photo featuring gorgeous Ben the rescue hound on his pet sit 🫶🏼

02/04/2024

If anyone’s looking for the cutest pet portraits, drop Katie Calver Photography a message! I can guarantee you’ll have so much fun and get some great portraits of your little furry pals! 🐾♥️

19/03/2024

The oldest (and biggest) boy on group walks is our Ozzy! We all know age is just a number, he absolutely loves running around with the youngsters and always has a ball when he joins us. Ozzy is an ex-guide dog and is the bestest boy 🥹🫶🏼♥️

05/03/2024

How adorable is our new boy Bing 🥹🫶🏼. He needs to gain a little confidence, but he’s doing so well and is already getting into the swing of things on his second walk! He’s our Barleys little brother, so he’s got a great role model to follow! 🐾

26/01/2024

These cuties in their Xmas present bow ties 🥹🥹 Soooooo handsome!!!

23/01/2024

10/10 photobomb from Lola 🤣♥️. Definitely not one to shy away from the camera!! 😅

08/12/2023

Meet my very vocal new friend Rupert! Rupert was the perfect client, sweet, well behaved, chatty and also came with a party trick 😂. 3 clinks of a spoon on a glass and this lad will appear from anywhere! The best trained cat I’ve ever come across 😍. Hope to see you soon handsome 🐾

04/12/2023

Frosty walks for this little girl group 🥶❄️!! It’s really feeling like December now!!

28/11/2023

Golden hour gorgeousness 😍☀️

20/11/2023

Christmas holiday dates 2023 🎅🏼🎄

It’s that time of year again 😍!

Please note my last day of work will be Friday 22nd December and I’ll return to walking as usual on Tuesday 2nd January 2024 😁.

Thank you!

03/11/2023

We love this!! 👌🏼

Dogs behave the way they do for many reasons. They do NOT do things deliberately to be stubborn or ‘naughty’, nor do they aim to assert control. Outdated mythologies and training methods have detrimental effects on well-being and strain the relationship between a dog and their caregiver.

🧬A dog's breed and genetic makeup can play a significant role in determining certain behavioural traits. Dogs have genetic predispositions and breed-specific tendencies that contribute to their behaviour.
Some breeds are predisposed to specific behaviours, such as herding, hunting, or guarding.

The environment in which a dog is raised and lives can profoundly impact their behaviour. Early socialisation, which involves exposing a puppy to a wide range of people, animals, and environments during their critical developmental period, is crucial for building confidence and shaping a dog's social behaviour to reduce fear or aggression.

Overstimulation can cause all kinds of unwanted behaviours as it overwhelms their senses and can lead to hyperactivity or erratic responses. For example, if a dog is exposed to loud noises, multiple people, and various stimuli all at once, or on a daily basis, they might exhibit excessive excitable behaviour, poor impulse control, become agitated and exhibit behaviours like jumping, barking, or pulling on the leash, as their senses are overwhelmed by the excessive input.

Previous experiences and learning consequences can influence a dog's behaviour. Traumatic experiences, in particular, can lead to fear, anxiety, or aggression.

How a dog is trained and educated by their caregiver or handler can significantly affect their behaviour. Consistent, positive reinforcement-based training can lead to desired behaviours, while harsh or inconsistent methods can result in confusion or fear.

A dog's health, including their physical and mental well-being, can influence their behaviour. Illness, pain, or discomfort can lead to changes in behaviour.

A dog's emotional state, including fear, anxiety, and excitement, can affect their behaviour. For example, a fearful dog may display unpredictable defensive reactive behaviours or might avoid any encounters and run away trying to hide. While a confident dog may exhibit playfulness and a relaxed demeanour.

A dog can become frustrated and destructive if their mental and physical needs are not met. This dog, full of pent-up energy and boredom, may become frustrated and exhibit poor impulse control. In their frustration, they might resort to destructive behaviours, such as chewing furniture, digging up the garden, or incessant barking. This destructive behaviour is often an expression of their frustration and an attempt to alleviate their built-up energy and mental stress.

The type of diet a dog receives can significantly influence their behaviour, with high-quality nutrition promoting better energy levels, mood, and overall well-being, while poor diet choices can lead to issues like irritability, hyperactivity, or digestive problems.

As dogs age, they may experience canine cognitive decline, which can manifest as changes in memory, learning, and behaviour. This condition can lead to increased confusion, disorientation, and altered social interactions in older dogs.

It is really important to understand that each dog is unique, and their behaviour can vary widely, even within the same breed. Dogs use body language, vocalizations, and other forms of communication to express their needs, emotions, and intentions. Understanding a dog's communication cues is essential for interpreting their behaviour.

03/11/2023

02/11/2023

Fireworks night can be a scary and confusing time for our pets 🎆!

Please prepare for fireworks night and set your pets up with some safe spaces to make this season as stress free for them as possible 🐾

Here’s some extra tips: ⤵️

22/10/2023

I’ve loved looking after these two 🥹💖. Lazarus gives the best cuddles and is so funny! Luna is a princess but loves a face scratch and goes wild for her licki treats 😻. Thanks for a great week kitties!

20/10/2023

The absolute cutest group! I loved having Ozzy the lab join us again 🥹. He’s such a good boy!

09/10/2023

When you ask the group… ‘who wants a biscuit!’ 🍪😂🤤

05/10/2023

Beautiful Sookie, plus a collection of sighthound bloopers 🤣🩷

05/10/2023

Just a reminder that I’m on holiday from Friday 6th October until Monday 9th October! See you soon 😁!

02/09/2023

Another beautiful week of gorgeous happy hounds 🐾💖❤️

I’m off on holiday for a couple of weeks now. But I can’t wait to see you all on the 18th September!!! 🩵🩵🩵

09/08/2023

Do you think Mylo was excited about his weekend check-in visit 🤣😂?!

Mylo and Freddie were the best boys welcoming me into their home and keeping me well entertained with their goofiness and cuddles 🤩🧡!!

03/08/2023

Solo walks for these two happy boys 🐾! They’re happiest with having their own space and fun but have a soft spot for Mushu, they get excited to see her each week- the 3 musketeers on their adventures 🤩

03/08/2023

It’s been a while since we’ve had some bunny goodness on the grid 😍. Little rabbits, big personalities 🥕🐰

✨Gus and Wendy✨

26/07/2023

*Holiday Dates*
🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

25/07/2023

Oodles of doodles!! You know what they say, if you like it, get it in every colour 🤣🐾!!

28/06/2023

Please check your dogs regularly for these horrible grass seeds, they’re everywhere at the moment and hard to avoid 😩. A quick check over after walks is always a good idea to make sure none are stuck in their fur or embedded in the skin! 🌱

18/05/2023

We’re on holiday, woohoo 🏖️☀️. See you all on Tuesday 😎!!