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28/05/2024

Some grass seeds can really hurt our dogs. These arrowlike seeds can spear through their skin and bury themselves in our dogs' ears, eyes and paws.

Learn the signs to watch out for at thekennelclub.org.uk/grassseeds.

28/04/2024

Definitely worth a read 🐾

Not every dog loves to be social and not every dog loves the dog park.

Just like other mammals you have some that love to be social butterflies and others are very selective when it comes to friends.

Izzy for example has a few besties she loves to play with but does not enjoy attending social hour and that is ok.

It is normal to be friend selective. It’s unusual to enjoy and be friendly with every single dog.
Thank you Every Dog Behavior and Training and Doggie Drawings by Lili Chin for this brilliant infographic

31/03/2024

My car got broken in to earlier today by the farm at Weston on the green, and a black rucksack bag was stolen from my car, hoping that once they’ve rummaged through it they might dump it somewhere once they realise the items in there will not be of use to them. Please may you keep your eyes peeled if they have lobbed it in to a bush or the side of the road when out walking/driving.
Thanks in advance.

12/03/2024

Something always to take in to consideration 🐾

https://www.facebook.com/seespotlearn/posts/809631541172873

19/01/2024

Alabama rot

In the past week we have had a confirmed case of Alabama rot between the Bicester and Thame area.

This disease is relatively new and low risk in this country, but the exact cause is unfortunately unknown. However, it is thought the disease is more commonly contracted in the winter and spring months, potentially correlating to walking in muddy woodland areas.

The clinical symptoms are sudden development of a skin lesion or lesions, commonly found on paws, legs, abdomen, face, muzzles and/or tongue, and generally being unwell (lethargy/inappetence/stiffness/vomiting). The lesions often present circular and look ulcerated with a central 'raw' area, there may also be redness/swelling/bruising around the area, and they are often very painful.

Alabama rot does in some cases cause acute kidney injury leading to kidney failure, however it is important to know that this will not be the case for all dogs.

If you are concerned that your pet is displaying signs of this disease please contact us immediately for further advice.

24/12/2023

Myself, Bailey & Sonny would love to wish everyone 2 legged 👫 and 4 legged 🐕 a very Merry Christmas, I can’t thank you all enough for the general love and support you give me daily and for all the amazing cards and presents especially as I wasn’t expecting to receive anything at all, I am one lucky dog walker to have such amazing clients!!
Eat and drink to your hearts content, just make sure your fluffy members of the family don’t eat anything they shouldn’t!!
Love to you all 🎄🎄🐾🐾🤍🤍

02/12/2023

⚠️Another winter warning for us dog owners⚠️

I’ve posted advice regarding dog coats and paw frostbite, but we also need to be aware of chemicals that our dogs may get on their paws and they ingest. As it’s snowing today, the gritters may be out. This grit/sale may remain even when the snow or frost has gone. It’s also worth remembering that it may be on the soles of our boots when we have been out, so can be bought into the house that way.

28/11/2023

Alabama rot is very rare, but it’s still worth knowing the signs to watch out for.

Find out more at thekennelclub.org.uk/alabamarot.

26/11/2023

Today is Stir-up Sunday, the last Sunday before Advent, and the traditional day to prepare and mix your Christmas puddings🎄🎁

Remember that raisins, sultanas and currants are toxic to pets, and ingestion of a small amount can be enough to cause kidney damage. It is not fully understood how these foods cause poisoning, and there is no correlation between the amount eaten and the likelihood of an animal developing complications. This means that even a small amount can be enough to cause serious kidney impairment.

☎️ Pet owners can call Animal PoisonLine on 01202 509 000
🤳 Veterinary professionals can call VPIS on 0207 305 5055

Photo credit to Mosney Mill (https://www.facebook.com/mosneymill)

22/09/2023

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Today is PDWA National Dog Walker Appreciation Day so here's a Shout Out for all the wonderful professional dog walkers out there! 👏👏👏💙🐾

“You are just a dog walker!” – we get told this all the time!!!

In actual fact, we are so much more!

We are trusted guardians who bond, exercise and enrich a dog’s life in all weather!

We enable owners to work or socialise with the knowledge their dog is exercised safely if they themselves have no time, energy or are too poorly to do so themselves.

Not just walks ! We provide enrichment and quality time.

We give owners peace of mind their dog’s welfare is paramount and adapt our days to ensure this during inclement weather for example.

We risk assess constantly but if an accident does happen we are first aid trained to look after dogs in our care.

We keep up to date with PSPO’s, Dog Law etc.

We build relationships with our dogs and know their “normal” so we can recognise changes such as tummy troubles, new lumps, different gait or mood etc., and report them swiftly.

We learn as much as we can about canine communication, seasonal hazards, breed traits and find suitable outlets for each one where we can.

Many of us go on to become groomers, pet nutritionists, trainers, behaviourists, pet photographers etc.

We love the dogs in our care. We laugh at their antics, we worry when they are poorly and we cry when we lose them.

We are so much more than “just a walker” and never doubt that.

So……..
Dog Walkers: tell us who you are and where you are based! (members and non-members welcome)
Owners: if you have dog walker help, flag them here and tell us what you appreciate the most about them!
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17/09/2023

Just some basic understanding 🐾

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15/09/2023

Everyone sign and share this. The handful of irresponsible owners have ruined the image of this beautiful breed, they don’t deserve this , they’re the most amazing breed when given the time and attention they need. Stricter licensing and rules just need to be put in place so the breed doesn’t end up in the wrong hands and owned by the wrong people, that’s all that needs to happen 🥺💔

I believe that the XL bully is a kind, beautiful natured breed that loves children and people in general, and are very loyal and loving pets.

11/09/2023

Always!!! Not everyone is the same and everyone learns differently to the next 🐾🐾🤍

Show us a picture of the dog in front of you 📸

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05/09/2023

A great post from a dogs view regarding heat whilst being made to walk in the heat by the owner!!

I survived heat stroke, I think it was good luck.
I went walking outside in the heat, my owner didn’t give a ****!

I kept going, wanted to please, panted hard to stay cool.
I thought I might collapse but my owner kept throwing the ball.

If I was old and overweight I may of been dead, but my owner would rather walk me then let me relax in the house instead.

I survived heat stroke, but I think my owner is a fool.
Next time could be the last time. Let me stay home and keep cool.

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03/09/2023

Please could all of this weeks customers give this post a read and either Like the post or message me so I know you have seen it! Thank you!😁🥵

Just when we thought it was time to get back to normal after the school holidays… here comes another heatwave 🥵☀️

It’s going to be a VERY hot one next week, so here I am again with my hot weather arrangements! (Sorry! I know it’s inconvenient, trust me!🤦🏼‍♀️) 🥵☀️ However I will always put the dogs and their health first 🐾

Unfortunately with the high temperatures comes disruptions to the dog walking diary! As much as I hate having to change the diary (and lose pennies) I have to put the dogs safety first, with most days set to be 20° by 9am the diary is going to have some big changes! ☀️ Dogs who are home alone all day will be my main priority as they will need to be let out to use the bathroom ect so please let me know if you are going to be home with your pooch and will not require a visit 🥵

The following things will be put into place to keep your dogs safe next week :

- All Walks will swapped to garden breaks if I feel it is safest🥵
- Enrichment activities in the garden or house including puzzle toys, snuffle mats and Licki mats 🥵
- Extra water in the car incase I see any dogs struggling out with their pawrents while driving between houses 🥵
- Selection of cooling vests and bandannas in the car for the dogs who are struggling on their visits 🥵
- Any walks that I feel can go ahead will be significantly earlier than usual and will be carried out in shaded areas with access to water 💦 and will be cut short if I feel the dog isn’t coping 🥵

Please leave out any paddling pools, cooling gear ect that your doggo has and be sure to leave your dogs in the coolest parts of your home with constant access to water 🥵 Ofcourse if the weather is to change and return to safer temperatures then all will go ahead as normal but as it stands these are the plans in place ☀️

Please message me with any concerns and I will try my best to accommodate everyone as best as I can ☀️

Take The Lead 🐾☀️