Whinney Brow Carlisle

17/08/2024

Thoroughly enjoyed judging the dog show at Gargrave Show today.

Well done to everyone- you were all winners 🏆🏆🏆

16/08/2024

We thought we would give you and update on Fred!
As you can see he's made an amazing recovery! He's back to being his normal cheeky basset self 🤣 We are still taking it slowly with his food and exercise although Fred would like us to speed this process up 🤣🤣 but for now he is enjoying the sun🥰
*NOT FOR SALE*

13/08/2024

Lovely walk around our local Nature Reserve for Dandy and Annie both enjoying different sniffs and sounds and some one to one time with Ade and myself 🥰

12/08/2024

We have been invited to join Professional Dog Business UK!!!
We had to go through stringent checks and questioning and we're so proud to now be members of this professional body!
We work very hard and are delighted our hard work is recognised!!
We absolutely love what we do, and would just like to thank you all for your continued support and love!! 💚💚
Professional Dog Businesses UK
www.whinneybrow.com

09/08/2024

We are very pleased that Fred is now back home with us.

Fred had Bloat 2 nights ago and this is a life threatening situation so we rushed him to the emergency vets. Sadly Fred’s stomach had twisted and that meant an operation.

Fred spent 2 nights in the vet hospital being looked after and cared for . We were delighted when they said this morning he was well enough to come home!!!

Bloat needs swift action and veterinary treatment. It’s life threatening and Fred’s chances were 50/50.

Signs were - bloated belly, panting, distressed crying, pale gums and possibly collapse (Fred collapsed on the way to the vets). Without veterinary intervention he’d have died 😭😭😭.

He’ll be pampered and spoilt to aid his recovery.

I posted this to show you how things can go suddenly very wrong and also that this is the reality of our lives sometimes - it’s not all good news and puppy cuddles. We do what we do because we love it but by god it breaks our hearts sometimes 💔💕💕💕💕💞💙💙💙

04/08/2024

Had the pleasure of judging some lovely dogs Gilsland Agricultural Show today.

Thank you Capontree Vets for your excellent organising of the dog show as always.

Well done everyone- you’re all winners 🏆🏆

31/07/2024

Looking forward to judging some of the dog classes on Sunday- will you come?

23/07/2024

We are delighted to have been accepted by the National Register of Home Breeders 🥰
We work extremely hard to make sure your puppy has The Best start in life in our home.

20/07/2024

Socialising doesn’t always mean meeting people or other dogs, the best way to socialise is from a distance then your dog doesn’t feel any pressure, they can be comfortable observing from a far.

06/07/2024

With broken heart I tell you the sad news that Quill died in my arms this afternoon- she was our first dachshund.
I will miss her forever 💔💔💔💔😭😭😭

26/06/2024

So we had an exciting weekend! Amie (my right hand man - who you’ll have all met) became my official Daughter in Law!
We had a wonderful day

Thank you Nikki Brown for holding the fort so well so we could relax and enjoy the weekend

17/06/2024

We talk a lot about puppies but here we consider our oldies too. Like us humans, old age isn’t a given 😢🥰🥰🥰

09/06/2024

Even though our dogs are with us, outside as much as possible and walked at least twice a day it’s important they get the opportunity to sniff and meet other people, dogs, bikes, children etc away from home. We regularly take them out to experience this - plus it’s a great excuse to get an ice cream 🤣🍦

07/06/2024

It's not all puppy cuddles and playing! Today's exciting task was to w**d the yard! As you can see we have lots of helpers in particular Ruma was site managering Jenny 🥰 mans

31/05/2024

Well! We are super excited. We have a confirmed pregnancy with Tiggy and Dandy! Due early July.
We'll be in touch with our waiting list, but please get in touch if you'd like to be considered.
**NOT FOR SALE ON FACEBOOK***

03/05/2024

Fun in the sun with these gorgeous guys 🥰

01/05/2024

28/04/2024

We are delighted to say, yet again, we took some of our dogs for their annual BVA/KC\ISDS eye tests - all taken have passed, yet again, with flying colours!

Well done team for putting on this clinic 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

01/04/2024

I'm proud to say we had a big hand in the development and testing of Poodini, one of the best things to come to the pet market in years.

Simply spray onto your dog waste and watch it dissolve away in around sixty seconds. 100% natural ingredients and non toxic.
For more information and to order (Use our code SUPERSALMON for 35% off all your food and supplements) at
https://bit.ly/PoodiniSpray

23/03/2024

Happy Puppy Day!

Love to all our Whinney Brow puppies today!

Please post photos of your puppies (we bred!) 🥰🥰🥰🐶🐕

22/03/2024

We’ve long advocated for letting dogs sniff on walks, whether the entire walk is a sniffari or just certain portions of it. Now there is research to support the importance and benefits of sniffing as well.

Researchers in France observed sixty-one dogs of differing size, age, s*x and temperament as they were walked on non-retractable leashes of different lengths. The researchers monitored the dogs’ pulse as they walked and sniffed. The dogs’ pulse rates decreased every time they stopped to sniff. Also, the more intense the sniffing, the greater the reduction in pulse rate. This implies that sniffing made them feel calmer especially when they found the scent very interesting. Pulse rates decreased by as much as twenty percent!

The study also found the when dogs were on longer leashes and, therefore, had more freedom to sniff, they sniffed an average of almost three times as much versus when they were on a shorter leash. (Of course, leash laws must be observed as required.) When a dog has the ability to choose where and how long to sniff, he tends to sniff longer. When you see a dog’s nose dripping, you know they are really sniffing and scenting. It is so calming for a dog to explore his world through scent.

Incidentally, another thing that decreased pulse rate was full-body shake-outs. When the dogs in the study had a particularly high pulse rate, they tended to shake from head to toe for a few seconds. I’m sure you’ve noticed your own dog doing this at times. This lowered their heart rate by an average of twelve percent.

These results have not been published in a peer-reviewed journal. If you would like to read more, as well as view their brief YouTube videos and graphs, please visit https://www.dogfieldstudy.com/en/study/pulse-study-at-the-heart-of-the-walk In the videos, the top half shows video of the dogs walking and sniffing (or shaking out) while the bottom half tracks the change in their pulse rate using a moving dot on a graph. It is easier to see on a larger screen. Very interesting!

These are some results of our field study about the walks of our dogs. It explains how some behaviours can affect the dog's pulse and reveal some observations we came across during this study.The study compared walks on a 1.5m leash, a 5m leash and an unleashed walk. The dog's pulse was recorded dur...

21/03/2024

ATTENTION NEW PUPPY OWNERS…….
I wanted to touch base on a common issue that breeders come across with new owners.
REALISTIC EXPECTATIONS-
You see the breeders pictures and videos and the pups are all social. They are quiet in the pen. The breeder shows you videos of them being totally relaxed, happy, playful. All looks amazing and you bring your puppy home.
Then reality hits. The puppy may cry in the crate for the first few nights making you tired and agitated. The happy social puppy is refusing to greet the half dozen overly excited friends you invited over to see your new puppy. Or the overly excited playful children you have at home. The puppy refuses to walk on a leash. Many are wondering how did my perfect puppy turn into a nightmare.
So let’s discuss realistic expectations of when a puppy goes home.

-First of all the puppy has been in the breeders home since birth. They had their mother and littermates. They had their routine, were taught expectations and were completely in their comfort zone.
Now suddenly they are taken to a totally new environment. Picture yourself being dropped into an unknown country, in a different part of the world. You know only a few words of their language. Different sounds, smells, temperature, animals and people.
Now in the middle of this we are switching up your routine, possibly decide to have a party with people you don't know, and ask you to do jobs you have no idea about. Overwhelming to say the least.

This is what every puppy goes through when going to their new home. Stress manifests in different forms. From not eating, reluctancy to play, and greet people. Being apprehensive at the vet’s office or as strangers reach for them. Diarrhea, vomiting and fear can occur.

So what can you do as a new owner to help your new little pup?

*DO YOUR RESEARCH BEFORE PUP COMES HOME (temperament, exercise, health).
*CHOOSE A BREEDER WHO HEALTH TESTS & KNOWS ABOUT HEALTH ISSUES
*CHOOSE A BREEDER WHO PROVIDES FOUNDATION TRAINING IN THE FIRST 8 WEEKS (Which introduces pup to a wide variety of our world’s stress -but in their safe environment).

- most puppies take 2-4 weeks to acclimate to their new home. Repeat after me THREE to FOUR WEEKS sometimes even Longer! Not 1-2 days. I can’t stress this enough about how much time is needed for a dog or puppy to feel comfortable in their new home!

PLEASE limit guests during the first two weeks. We understand you are excited to show off your new baby but they need time to adjust. Plan on waiting 1-2 weeks before inviting people over.
- ask guests to remove their shoes before entering the home to prevent germs from spreading to your new vulnerable puppy.
-have guests sit on the floor/ground and wait until the puppy approaches them. NO squealing and grabbing the puppy, as this is very frightening to them.
- set up a good routine
- restrict the puppy to a small area of the house. This not only reduces them being overwhelmed but also allows you to watch them
- don’t expect a 8-12 week old puppy to walk on a leash. Instead work at home with a leash where they are comfortable. Let them drag the leash, use treats to encourage them to walk with you
- if your puppy is refusing to walk give them a good amount of time. Slowly introduce new environments and experiences, by carrying pup in your arms. Walking a pup isn’t just about walking! A young pup needs to feel safe with the new smells, new sounds and strange animals/birds and humans on your walks.
- understand your puppy needs time to see you as a family. Expecting an immediate bond is unrealistic. They will need to establish who is in their new family unit in order to feel safe.
- POSITIVELY train your puppy. This not only helps you to bond but the puppy to look to you for direction and input.
-Children are also big stressors to tiny fragile puppies, please keep an eye on children around the puppy at all times. The children may need to learn how fragile the puppy is and how scared it may be.
- lastly, most importantly- BE PATIENT. Don’t declare “omg there’s something wrong with this dog”. Nothing occurs overnight.
Outings should be planned after the puppy has received ALL vaccinations and then only at the puppy’s speed. So while you might imagine a fun walk around the lake in reality your puppy might only be able to handle walking a short distance that day. They may be curious and energetic, they may become overwhelmed. Watch the puppy for cues on how to proceed.
Most outings for me take a long time, as I am often just standing still as the puppy cautiously explores the new environment. Patience is key!
Remember if the puppy was wonderful at the breeder’s house but now is struggling, you as the owner, need to help the puppy adjust which takes time, patience and training.

Have realistic expectations and give the puppy positive feedback and happy experiences. Each puppy is an individual, don’t compare your current puppy to past pets and judge their behavior based on how another dog handled things. Lastly, try to see thing’s from a puppy’s perspective and adjust situations accordingly.
Love your puppy and they will love you 100 times more in return.
🐾 🩵🩷
Copied from another breeder.

06/03/2024

Our little apprentice was helping her mummy today bathing some dogs😍 as you can see she done an excellent job ❤️❤️

01/03/2024

07/02/2024

Here at Whinney Brow we are always trying to learn new things, and this week has been no different for Amie.
So we are pleased to announce that Amie has received two certification of completion for puppy socialisation and Dogs and children 😊

02/02/2024

Dolly and Winston blessed us with a gorgeous litter of 6 on Saturday (26th) Jan.

*not for sale on Facebook *

18/01/2024

And finally “Rodger” left for his new forever home 🥰🥰 hope he’ll be very happy nr Loch Lomond

26/08/2023

Every day is dog day here at Whinney Brow! 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰

28/07/2023

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