Avon Pet Services

18/09/2024

NEW DOGGY WEBSITE: Extremely proud of my friends Linda & Sue, who have compiled the ultimate resource for disabled, arthritic & sick dogs, plus listed some very special rescues to find your next pooch. Please follow WoofabilityWorld & visit link in comments box below 👇🏼

13/09/2024

Resource GuardingThe survival of all animals depends on finding and keeping food, water, shelter, and more. In the animal kingdom, guarding food is not a behavior problem, it's a survival instinct. Even though our dogs have been domesticated, they still have this instinct. Some dogs more than others...

28/08/2024

Cesar Millan’s new book — Cesar’s Rules — features a number of trainers describing a variety of reward-based dog training techniques. The book is both comprehensive and representative with chapters on history of training and learning theory (Bob Bailey), training dogs for TV and film (Mark H...

14/08/2024

05/08/2024

📢 LET’S TALK PUNISHMENT IN DOG TRAINING! 👇

🤔 What does it look like, and why does it seem like such a ‘quick-fix’?
🤔 What are aversive training tools and what impact do they have on your dog?
🤔 Can you really achieve total dog training success without using ANY punishment-based methods or aversive dog training tools?

Our latest blog dives deep into WHY traditional punishment-based techniques and aversive methods so often fail and how you can achieve lasting results with a force-free, positive and rewarding training approach. 🎯🐕👌

We tackle the top three reasons punishment doesn't work, and we bring you our best tips and advice to help you transform your dog's behaviour with science-based concept training that builds trust, improves communication, and grows your dog’s confidence through games-based positive reinforcement techniques. 🐾❤️

Find out why training with kindness and positivity is the key to a happier, more well-behaved dogs, stronger bonds and joyful lives with our canine companions! 🐶🤩🙌

Are you ready to revolutionise your dog training methods? 💪🏆

Check out “Why Punishment Fails in Dog Training: Positive Success Strategies Every Dog Needs!” to discover how to transform your dog’s training journey today! 🚀👇

🔗 https://absolute-dogs.com/blogs/gamechangers/why-punishment-fails-in-dog-training-positive-success-strategies-every-dog-needs

05/08/2024

Understanding your dog’s experience and gaining insight into how his mind works can truly make you a better teacher, caregiver, and companion to him.

17/07/2024

Love this 😍

08/07/2024

What a difference the sun makes. Hope everyone and your pets have a good week.

08/06/2024

We are closed this weekend.
Apologies for any inconvenience.

03/12/2023

For dog & dog behaviour nerds like me.

02/12/2023

Holiday Season Campaign - Keeping Kids and Dogs Safe!
https://doggonesafe.com/Holiday-Season-Campaign

02/12/2023

More handmade dog wreaths.

01/12/2023

Have you cracked open your festive chocolates yet?

We've created our own selection box of puppies you can sponsor as a gift for that hard to buy for friend or relative.

You can now choose from a range of our life-saving trainees to sponsor, from Spaniels to Poodles, if one just isn’t enough or you want a different present for different people.
https://www.medicaldetectiondogs.org.uk/puppy-sponsorship/

30/11/2023

Hi folks
I'm selling my doggy wreaths again to raise some funds for animal charities.
£4.50.

28/11/2023

Post a pic as a clue to what your dog's name is.

25/11/2023

Crispy! We all know what that means...❄️🐩💩
😀

23/11/2023

Hi folks!
Please use the BOOK NOW button if you would like to book a slot online.

23/11/2023

Today’s the day! You’ve adopted a rescued ex street dog and you can’t wait to get her home and introduce her to your family, friends and neighbours. Before you do, just stop for one moment and think of things from your dog’s point of view.

If you’ve adopted an ex street dog this might be the first time she’s ever had to enter a house. It’s very common for ex street dogs to be wary of entering narrow doorways, and simple things like changes in floor surfaces (rugs, laminate, carpet) or a wobbly paving slab can be challenging for your newly adopted dog.

Take a quick look at the photo. Break things down and you can see there’s a lot for your dog to consider and navigate before she’s even set a paw inside your house!
Your dog’s previous experience of being indoors might have involved a worrying visit to a vet clinic or a frightening overcrowded dog pound.

The clang of your metal gate might remind her of a scary dog trap, the shape of your nice shiny railings might invoke memories of being brutally captured with a catch pole.
Whilst living on the streets she had good reason to be hyper vigilant of anything new or unusual in her environment. Many ex street dogs have experienced significant prior abuse and trauma.

While you are getting to know each other, please take extra care to take things slowly. Don’t expect too much of her, too soon. Ask Aunt Marg to come visit in a few weeks, when your dog has had time to explore your home, to trust you, gain confidence and feel safe. The neighbours and their kids might be super excited to meet your new family member but introductions can wait a while.

If the rescue group you’ve adopted your dog from has advised you to initially avoid taking your dog to the local park and busy main roads please respect their advice.

Even if you’ve previously cared for a dog, please ensure you learn all you can about canine body language so you can be aware of how your dog is feeling.

If you are patient in these early days, weeks and months you will set your dog up for success and give her a positive and gentle introduction to her wonderful new life.

©️ Caring for Rescued ex Street Dogs 2017

23/11/2023

23/11/2023

Spring days in the paddock.

20/11/2023

Nommy noms for your dogs

20/11/2023

8wks on from my silly accident I'm out of a cast and into an orthapaedic boot. The meccano is doing it's job and I am part weight bearing on crutches for another 6wks. Frustratingly long recovery as I'm still not able to get up to the paddock but at least it's all going to plan.

20/11/2023

Amazon proof of delivery photo.

31/10/2023

Look out for my leaflets 👀

30/10/2023

It’s pumpkin season! 🎃 If you're off to a pumpkin patch or picking up one or two from the supermarket, don't forget to get the dog one too! 🐕 This bowl (and bowel!) boosting superfood is highly beneficial for;
​🧡 Boosting immune health
​🧡 Improving skin & coat
​🧡 Regulating bowel movement
​🧡 Improve muscle health
​🧡 Boost hydration
​🧡 Reduce issues with diarrhea
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Simply removing the seeds, steam or bake your pumpkin until the flesh is soft, scoop out the flesh and wait to cool before feeding. Freeze the rest into ice cube trays to use all winter!