PAWSitively Pets

14/11/2024

The best cuddles with Alfie and his absolutely amazing eyes 🤩♥️. See you soon handsome boy!

11/11/2024

If any dog can find mud (or water)… it’s Ted 😂🤦🏼‍♀️🙈 oh boy, oh boy, oh boyyyyyy

08/11/2024

Throwback to warmer days and playing in the stream ☀️

06/11/2024

I may be biased, but i definitely have the cutest little dog gangs 🥹🥰♥️. Smile guys!

04/11/2024

Big goofy smiles! 😍🧡♥️ Seeing the dogs have the best time makes this job so worth it!

28/10/2024

Is Lola a model… yes or definitely yes 😍😍😍

28/10/2024

The goodest boys 🤩 Bibber and Dexter 💚💚

24/10/2024

Hello Everyone!

I’m dropping off some bits to a local animal rescue next week (2nd Nov). I thought I would reach out incase anyone had any bits hanging around that I could take off your hands!

The rescue is currently looking for: duvets with life left in them, duvet covers, blankets, dog beds in reasonable condition, collars/ harnesses, dog or cat food, toys and newspaper.

If you have any of these laying around, please give me a shout or leave them out with a note for me to collect when I pick up your pup!

Thanks so much for reading 😄🐾🫶🏼

22/10/2024

Seeing Yogi’s confidence grow has been so rewarding!! He used to be so nervous, even getting him to leave his house was a task! Now he happily jumps in the car and is lovely and relaxed, enjoying his walks 💙🩵

15/10/2024

When your dogs being ‘naughty’ take a moment to think about all these other elements which may be influencing their behaviour! These pups are complex little beings 🐾💜

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 Outdated mythologies and training methods have detrimental effects on well-being and strain the relationship between a dog and their caregiver.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.

14/10/2024

𝑨𝒍𝒍 𝒄𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕𝒖𝒓𝒆𝒔 𝒈𝒓𝒆𝒂𝒕 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒔𝒎𝒂𝒍𝒍

Welcome to PAWSitively Pets, a service covering all your pet needs since 2018. I am Abigail Tull, the face behind PAWSitively Pets, and I aim to provide you with the most professional, friendly and reliable service.

PAWSitively Pets understands that it's never easy to decide on the perfect person to look after your beloved pets, so here is all you need to know about me:

I am the independent provider of PAWSitively Pets, based in the Bedford area. I am a devoted animal lover with extensive experience, caring for a wide variety of pets. My relevant qualifications include a BTEC in Animal Care and Husbandry and a BSc honours Degree in Animal Behaviour and Welfare.

There is nothing I love more than being around animals! As well as being a qualified dog groomer, my main passion is in animal rescue. For the past 9 years I have volunteered for a variety of dog rescue charities, rehoming dogs and fostering individuals who may be struggling with behavioural issues. I am a huge believer in positive training techniques and value the importance of time and patience!

I also have hands-on experience caring for cats, small furries, reptiles, farm animals and horses and would be happy to provide services for these if needed. I can guarantee your pets will be looked after as my own (and if you know my own, you’ll know they’re spoilt rotten!) and will receive only the best care and attention.

* 𝑻𝒉𝒆 𝑰𝒎𝒑𝒐𝒓𝒕𝒂𝒏𝒕 𝑺𝒕𝒖𝒇𝒇!*

PAWSitively Pets is fully insured, DBS
checked, animal first aid trained and can offer a range of references on request. Whilst your animal is in my care I can offer regular updates and photos so you can relax in the knowledge that your pet is happy and healthy in your absence.

Please feel free to contact PAWSitively Pets with any queries or requests you may have. I will do my utmost best to cater for your pet needs.

Looking forward to meeting you!

Abi 🐾🐶🐱

12/10/2024

Taz and Caitlyn enjoyed 2 weeks of check-ins. Poor Taz had a poorly paw but was sooooo brave with letting me change his dressing and pop on his protective sock 🧡. We did some little walkies and spent lots of time playing snuffle games!! 🐾

11/10/2024

Teddy… are you a… ✨model✨??? 😍

08/10/2024

And last but definitely not least, this cutie- Honey 🍯🤩💛

05/10/2024

Doesn’t Ozzy look gorgeous posing in the summer Daisys 😍🌼

02/10/2024

Did I give the whole gang a Daisy photoshoot… absolutely 🤣🤣.. Lola looking gorgeous as always!!

29/09/2024

Thai.. AKA Mr ‘Please give me more food lady, I’m clearly starving!’ 🤣🤣🤣

29/09/2024

Throwback to a long weekend pet sit with the stunning Elsie and Ernie. As you can see, it consisted of a lot of cuddles and a lot of long strolls in the fields 😍♥️🐾