Walk the Line Dog Walking and Pet Care Chester le Street

05/11/2024

05/11/2024

I think this is brilliant. A lovely idea.

21/10/2024

Research from Drone To Home Regarding Dog Behaviour When Missing.

Why won’t your missing dog come to you straight away?

During the search for a missing dog, owners are often advised not to shout, chase, or run towards their dog. This advice can be met with disbelief: “My dog always listens and will come back if they hear me.” While this may be true under normal circumstances, a missing dog doesn't respond the same way.

Understanding Survival Mode.

It's crucial not to humanise the situation. You're not looking for *your* missing dog; you're looking for *a dog that is missing*. This shift in thought is not a reflection of any owner or their bond with their dog; it's about the dog's current state of mind.

When a dog enters survival mode, their priorities shift to survival, food, water, and shelter. In this state, every human, even their owner, is perceived as a potential threat. This isn’t the fault of the owner or the dog—it's simply a missing dog trying to survive.

The feral state can kick in almost immediately but can take upto 6 weeks. Dogs experience various layers of the feral state, and it's definitely not one-size-fits-all. It's not about breed either.
We've seen thousands of dogs, both from the same breed and different breeds, act in similar ways. This behaviour is more primeval to the canine family than to an individual feral dog.

The Role of Scent in Reuniting with Your Dog.

Our research shows that a dog's brain responds more strongly to the scent of familiar humans than to other scents. Your missing dog will be trying to find you by scent rather than by sound or sight. Your scent carries upto 3 miles depending on various factors like weather, wind etc.

While it might be instinctive to organise a search party, it’s often wiser to wait. Allow your dog the chance to find you without being scared off by unfamiliar scents and people.

Avoiding Unintended Consequences.

Strangers calling your dog by name or whistling can actually push your dog further away. The missing dog hears a noise, sees it as a threat, and moves on, causing the search to restart. This includes searching with other dogs, even ones the lost dog knows.

As an owner, walking around the area where your dog was last seen is key. This will help your missing dog track back to you. Please remain calm.

Stay Patient and Positive.

Ask experienced people for advice on finding and reuniting with your dog. While many on social media have good intentions, they may not have first-hand experience with missing dogs. Don’t believe everything you read online.

Thank you.

Drone To Home
🌐 www.dronetohome.org.uk
📞 0330 124 2004

Let's bring them home together. 🐾

29/09/2024

Who are Drone To Home?

Drone To Home is the first dedicated drone searching registered charity in the UK that searches for animals. However we are much more than that.

Drone To Home is a FREE SERVICE TO ALL. That's right totally FREE.

We provide a dedicated call centre so you don't get scammed by using your own number. We provide professional, real knowledge based experience and expertise for various situations.
We have a mental health Wellbeing Walker Programme and live mapping using what3words.
We have full time staff, part time staff and thousands of volunteers UK wide.
Plus we have big news for 2025.

If you want the best most upto date advice please call us.

Oh and did I mention Drone To Home is a registered charity and is a FREE SERVICE TO ALL.

Please call 0330 124 2004 if your pet is missing.

We don't judge. We just reunite ❤️
www.dronetohome.org.uk

27/09/2024

26/09/2024

Isn't it funny how so many people say to me - "you have the best job - I'd love to do that job". Yet they don't say it on a day like this. 🤣🤣🤣 Maybe it's the 🌧️☔ I think. 🤣I'm just so pleased to get home and get dried off today. It's definitely a hot toddy kind of night. Even some of the dogs didn't want to get out of the van (most didn't apart from the Springers and Collies & Labradors). It's been horrendous. Plenty of towels to wash and dry now. I'm soooo pleased I recently invested in a outdoor waterproof changing robe - definitely a game changer! But, I've still had to order some new waterproof over-trousers as mine ripped. And some waterproof socks. The things you have to do to try and be comfortable, warm and dry when it's like this!😆 That's me keeping Amazon in business again..🤣

23/09/2024

As we get ready to welcome the new season, we also welcome some autumnal hazards for our furry friends. But, could you spot a poisonous plant before them? 👀

During this time, when the summer blooms turn to autumn leaves, many plants and trees start to produce berries and nuts, which can be both tempting and toxic for pets.

It’s important to be able to recognise those hidden toxic plants so you and your pet can keep away from them ⚠️

Here’s a handy list from our vets, to help you spot some of the most common ones to look out for!

[Visual description: An infographic that outlines which autumn flowers and plants are poisonous to pets. This includes; Ragwort, horse chestnut, amaryllis, autumn crocus, yew, chrysanthemum, rowan and hydrangeas.]

21/09/2024

Thanks to Shannon for putting together this reel for me (she's so much better at this reel/video palaver than me 😂) after she & her little Brucifer joined us on our walks yesterday. Thanks Shannon.

07/08/2024

Become a Wellbeing Walker with Drone To Home and join us in reuniting more and more beloved pets.

Just head over to our website www.dronetohome.org.uk and click the menu.

Go down to LET US KNOW IF YOU'RE A WELLBEING WALKER and fill out the very quick form.

You will then be entered onto our live map like below. When a dog or animal is missing in your area we will let you know so you have get some fresh air, get your steps up, improve your mental health and help individuals and families reunite with their beloved pets.

Looking forward to seeing you on our map.

Thank you. All those that have signed up are in people. You have signed up in your thousands ❤️❤️

www.dronetohome.org.uk

06/08/2024

04/08/2024

To the person name Nicola who enquired about dog boarding via my website for August. Unfortunately, I'm not available over those dates but I cannot contact you as you've left zero details - no phone number; email or anything.

01/08/2024

Take your dog on the perfect seaside visit with our handy guide…