Golden Paws Essex

09/10/2025

✨ Our brand new website is LIVE! ✨

It’s finally here, the heart of Golden Paws Essex now has a home online!
From doggy day care and home boarding to our much-loved cat visits, everything you love about Golden Paws is now in one place.

Massive love to Rosie at WUF Design for bringing our world to life so beautifully. She just gets us. 💛

Pop over, have a look around, and meet the dogs behind the paws 🐾
🔗 www.goldenpawsessex.co.uk

08/10/2025

So it’s Pet Obesity Awareness Week, so Buzz said he was “just doing cardio” after being fat-shamed at his weigh-in at Vista Vets 😂 somehow I know its not through the lack of exercise our lads got chonkey - my money is on a certain Mr F and his treats lol

So No diets here, (or treats lol Sorry Mack!) just proper play, fresh air and a pack that lives life at top speed. Loving life and not one worry between them.

07/10/2025

Today is Termageddon day EEEK! 👏👏👏

🐾✨ Don’t worry, it’s not as scary as it sounds! It’s the clever system that keeps all the boring, but important stuff on our new website updated things like privacy and cookie policies.

That means everything will be safe, clear and up to date for you when the new Golden Paws site goes live 💛 Less legal jargon for me, more cuddles for the dogs 🐶. It’s very clever.

👀 Our new website is nearly ready… who wants a sneak peek when it’s live?

06/10/2025

Oh Lordy! Alright… confession time!!
I took Buzz to VistaVets for a weigh-in, and let’s just say the scales didn’t lie. Turns out my “he’s just a growing puppy” excuse doesn’t hold up anymore.

It’s Pet Obesity Awareness Week, and honestly, it’s been a bit of a wake-up call. Over half of UK dogs are overweight, and it’s not about looks – it’s about their health, comfort, and how long we get to enjoy them.

So, Buzz and I are on a little mission: more movement, better portions, and fewer “just one more treat” moments. If you’ve been meaning to check your dog’s weight, this is your nudge from us 🐶💪

Because a healthy dog is a happy dog… and Buzz deserves to feel his best again. ❤️

🎥 Follow our journey from “fluff to fit.”
💬 Have you ever had a shock at the vet scales? Tell me I’m not the only one! Please 🙏

06/10/2025

💊 Giving meds doesn’t have to be stressful, for you or your pets. Whether it’s tablets tucked in a treat, liquid syringes, or careful monitoring of ongoing prescriptions, we’ve got the training and patience to make sure it’s done calmly and safely. 🐶🐱

Peace of mind for you, comfort for them. 💛

05/10/2025

Beautiful week …No Sunday night blues here 🥰

05/10/2025

05/10/2025

Ever wondered how to tell if your doggy day care, home boarder, or dog walker is properly licensed and insured? 🐾 It’s one of the most important questions you can ask when trusting someone with your pup.

✔️ Licensing: In the UK, anyone offering day care or boarding in their home must hold a local council licence. Ask to see the certificate – it should be displayed proudly.
✔️ Insurance: A reputable carer or walker should carry public liability insurance (and ideally pet business insurance) to protect your dog in case of accidents.
✔️ Paperwork: Legitimate businesses will happily show you risk assessments, emergency procedures, and clear terms.

If in doubt, ask the question – a responsible carer won’t mind one bit. 💛

At Golden Paws Essex, we’re proud to be fully licensed by Chelmsford City Council and insured for every service we offer – so you know your dog is in safe, loving hands. 🐶✨

04/10/2025

🌍🐾 World Animal Day 🐾🌍

Every year on 4th October, people around the world come together to celebrate animals and raise awareness of their welfare. The day was first organised in 1931 in Florence, Italy, originally to highlight endangered species and it’s grown into a global movement to protect all animals.

From our dogs here at Golden Paws Essex to the rescued residents at Hopefield Animal Sanctuary, today is about recognising the joy, comfort, and love animals bring to our lives. 💛

Let’s use our voices to make theirs heard.

💬 Share a photo of your pet below and tell us why they make your world brighter.

04/10/2025

Comment Bonfire ⬇️ for your free sheet

✨ Week One was all about getting the basics right for firework season – creating safe spaces, calming routines, and understanding how your pet reacts.

🔥 Week Two builds on that! With Bonfire Night creeping closer, now’s the time to practise those comfort strategies daily so your pet feels secure when the bangs begin. Small steps now = calmer, happier pets later.

🐾 Stick with us for more tips each week – your furry friends will thank you!

03/10/2025

😄🐾 Happy World Smile Day! 🐾😄

Smiles are contagious and no one proves it better than our dogs! From cheeky grins to tongue-out joy, (Love our Tuesday) the Golden Paws gang remind us daily that happiness is simple: good friends, waggy tails, and muddy walks. 💛

World Smile Day was created in honour of Harvey Ball, the artist behind the famous yellow smiley face — his mission was simple: “Do an act of kindness. Help one person smile.”

💬 Share your pup’s happiest photo below and let’s spread some smiles today!