Focus Dog Walking

24/03/2025

I'm really sorry!! I just had reason to check my email's junk/spam folder and noticed that a lot of enquiries have automatically been routed to that folder without my knowledge!! I tagged them as "not junk" and now they have disappeared into the ether! So I am totally unable to reply. I'm not being rude - I can't find them anywhere now!
If you haven't received a reply to an email please text me and I'll get back to you as soon as I can. Sincere apologies in the meantime.
Pippa x

14/03/2025

Heads up on Parvo in Shipley!

13/03/2025

Did you know I offer a whole range of services for dog and puppies?

23/02/2025

Puppy social :)

Are you looking for positive social experiences for your puppy?
Would you like to expand your little one’s exposure to novel objects?
Join a friendly meet-up where you can chat with fellow puppy owners and enjoy complimentary biscuits (for you).
Designed for fully vaccinated puppies up to 5 months old. My Puppy Life Skills clients are welcome to continue sessions with their puppy up to 6 months old. Individual bookings are available.
Hosted by Pippa – an ABTC registered animal training instructor and recognised Puppy Specialist.
Book your session today at: https://www.focusdogbehaviour.co.uk/Puppy-Social-Exposure-Sessions

08/02/2025

Not long now until the next puppy class starts. I excited to meet the new members of our training community and I can't wait to be part of their progress :)

01/02/2025

"Whoop Whoop! 🎉 I’m so excited to share this! After lots of hard work, I’ve officially certified in this qualification. My clients, especially those in my puppy classes, are gaining so much from it! Setting the right foundations early makes all the difference in preventing future problems.

07/01/2025

I'm not the biggest fan of "weather" at the best of times but I am thoroughly fed up with it now! About 15 minutes of sunshine and I could see the beginnings of a thaw. This was swiftly followed by a darken sky, plummeting temperatures and what can only be described as a snow bomb!
I spent hours yesterday clearing my bit of the road, hopeful to get out safely so I can do the job I love. Unfortunately, the rest of the road and nearly every side road are remain extremely hazardous. Everywhere looks like the nightmare version of Happy Feet.
As a business I have to perform a risk assessment looking at the safety and welfare of three key areas; your dog, members of the public, and myself. The risk scenarios are van getting stuck with dogs in transit, swerving/skidding into others and broken bones due to slips and falls. All three scenarios have a very high probability of happening which means the activity should not go ahead as planned.
It is a very difficult decision to cancel walks, it's not one I take lightly but I have to reassure myself that safety and welfare must trump disappointment. I will continue to review the driving and under-foot conditions each day. Hopeful this will end very soon.
Pippa x

21/12/2024

Merry Christmas one and all :)

19/11/2024

Which photo best represents your dog's attitude to snow?
pippa x

04/11/2024

It has come to my attention that there is an email circulating the internet regarding counterfeit Yumove tablets sold via Amazon UK. Unfortunately, despite trying, I can't authenticate the original post but it does seem that a warning of this nature has been circulated in the past. Better to be safe than sorry. If you have not purchased this product directly from the manufacturer id suggest to stop feeding these to your dog with immediate effect. I'd also be taking my dog to vet if my dog has recently been unwell whilst taking these tablets.
Always be cautious when buying any kind of supplement/additives etc on the internet; go direct or purchase from vet.
Pippa x

22/09/2024

Please share. This class is fantastic. It's designed to help every puppy parent get off to a great start, with unrivalled online content included with the course. Pippa x

30/07/2024

Meet Team Harry :) x

26/07/2024

Just received confirmation I passed the Easy Peasy Instructor Assessment :)

14/05/2024

loving scent work! :)

30/04/2024

When you've stopped filming and your dog says "more please" :) x

29/03/2024

Remember to keep all that chocolate out of reach this Easter!

25/03/2024

Information for local clients of Avenue Vets

𝗪𝗲 𝘄𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝗸𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗶𝗻𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗰𝗹𝗶𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗺𝗽𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗻𝘁 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲 𝗮𝘁 𝗔𝘃𝗲𝗻𝘂𝗲 𝗩𝗲𝘁𝘀.

As of Monday 29th April, our Shipley/Saltaire branch will permanently close and many members of our team will be moving across to our Bingley site.

While this change may come as a surprise, we want to reassure you that your pets will continue to receive the best possible care at our other location.

📍 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀: Avenue Vets, 31 Park Road, Bingley, BD16 4BL
☎️ 𝗣𝗵𝗼𝗻𝗲: 01274 510868

Just a short 2.5-mile drive from Shipley, our Bingley surgery will have familiar faces from the Shipley team, ensuring continuity of care. By consolidating our resources, we are able to provide an even better service.

For those with appointments booked at Shipley/Saltaire before the 29th April, no need to worry – your appointments will proceed as scheduled. However, if you have appointments booked after this date, we'll be in touch to reschedule at our Bingley surgery.

Rest assured, all your pet's records have been seamlessly transferred to our Bingley branch for your convenience. And for our Pet Health Plan members, your benefits will continue uninterrupted.

Thank you for your support during this transition. We look forward to continuing to serve you and your pets at our new Bingley location!

15/03/2024

Just been issued with a new permanent logo :)