Hounds 'n' Harmony

05/12/2025

For most of us our dogs are family and are deeply connected to us. They feel our calm, our stress, and everything in between. When we're overwhelmed, anxious, or feeling out of sorts, our dogs often mirror that energy through their behaviour, sensitivities, or physical tension.

Kinesiology helps us understand these shared stressors by using gentle muscle testing to identify emotional, structural, energetic, or nutritional imbalances. When we support our own wellbeing, our dogs naturally feel more secure, grounded, and relaxed too.

If you’re struggling with your dog’s behaviour, take a moment to look inward. What emotions are you holding onto? What anxieties are you carrying? What stress or discomfort is sitting in your body? All of these things go hand in paw and can influence your dog more than you realise.

A balanced owner creates a balanced dog. It starts with you 🐾💛
Read more here: https://www.houndsnharmony.co.uk/animal-kinesiology

04/12/2025

No words needed 😴😁

03/12/2025

This lovely girl is a Greyhound x Whippet.

Greyhounds are tall, elegant, calm, and have an easy-going approach to life. Their temperament is typically quiet and sometimes slightly reserved when it comes to strangers, but deeply affectionate with their owners.

Whippets are smaller, lightly built, playful but not boisterous, and have a friendly nature. They crave warmth and comfort, so find a warm lap or a strip of sunshine very inviting.

Both breeds share remarkable speed, gentle dispositions, low grooming needs, and a strong desire for human companionship ❤

01/12/2025

This client was experiencing significant challenges with their dog, who remained in a constant state of high alert and often became fixated during walks. Additionally, their household cats avoided entering the lounge, and the owners were hoping to achieve better integration between the animals. The dog also exhibited several other problematic behaviours, including pulling on the lead, jumping up at visitors, begging for food, and mouthing his owners.

I’m pleased to report that after completing the Top Dog Behaviour Change Program, the owners successfully transformed their dog’s behaviour, making way for a more relaxed, contented and responsive dog, and in turn much happier owners and cats.

Understanding your dogs behaviour is key to changing their behaviour - https://www.houndsnharmony.co.uk/canine-behaviour

30/11/2025

There's still time to enter for the chance to win a jam packed doggy hamper. A lovely Christmas present for your pooch - https://www.justgiving.com/page/jonathan-brown-sx25?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

It’s that time of year where my wonderful partner Jon Brown competes in Coventry Strictly to raise vital funds for Zoe’s Place Baby Hospice.

To help him raise funds, along with his dance partner Sarah Patrick, I have put together a doggy hamper bursting with toys and treats. All you have to do is click on the link below and make a £5 donation. For every £5 you donate, you will be entered into the raffle - so the more you donate, the higher your chances of winning. Please ensure that you put ‘Raffle’ after your name, and follow my page, as that's where the lucky winner will be announced on Monday 8th December.

http://www.justgiving.com/page/jonathan-brown-sx25?utm_medium=FR&utm_source=CL

Good luck!

NB - Raffle only open to UK residents. Contents will differ to picture shown and will be tailored to size of breed.

29/11/2025

Whilst watching Downton Abbey for the 2nd time (I just love it) it was the scene when Carson & Mrs Huges got married. The bagpipes were playing and my boarder decided to join in 😁

28/11/2025

Christmas is a wonderfully exciting time of year, but with party games, cracker toys, and all the festive fun, it’s surprisingly easy for little items to end up on the floor. If you have a young dog around, these items can quickly turn into potential choking hazards, so it’s helpful to know what to do if things take a stressful turn.

While choking can certainly look alarming, it’s often not as serious as it appears. Animals are remarkably good at clearing minor obstructions on their own, so the first step is to give them a bit of time and space to sort themselves out. However, if your dog is clearly struggling, it’s time to step in. Start by looking down their throat, which is easier said than done of course! If you can see the object and it looks safe and simple enough to remove, go ahead and gently pull it out. But if you can’t see it, or it’s too far back to reach, avoid putting your fingers down their throat. You could accidentally push the item further down or end up with an unintended nip.

If the blockage is caused by something like a ball, you can try applying firm, upward pressure on their throat to help pop it out. This technique is often very effective. Should your dog become unresponsive, you may need to begin chest compressions, which can help force air out of the lungs and dislodge the object. The PDSA offers an excellent step-by-step flow chart on CPR for dogs and puppies, which is well worth familiarising yourself with.

No matter how the incident plays out, it’s essential to take your dog to the vet for a check-up, even if your dog appears to be back to normal, as both the object and the intervention can sometimes cause internal injury.

As always, prevention is better than cure! A little extra vigilance during the festive season goes a long way to keeping everyone safe and the celebrations joyful.

27/11/2025

😁 I love this

26/11/2025

Gorgeous out there this morning 🌞 & 🥶

25/11/2025

If you're looking for a groomers, check out Starlite Dog Grooming. A mother and daughter combo based in Bulkington.

24/11/2025

Beautiful Crystal Dog Collar Charms. Crystals have been used for thousands of years and are known for their healing and calming effects.

Drop me a message if you would like to purchase one for your adorable pooch. Different crystals, colours, & sizes available.

22/11/2025