Bark and Barn

19/11/2024

Grateful that I get to see these cute little faces 💖

30/10/2024

Autumnal boys and girls 🍂🍁

20/10/2024

Some October antics 🍂

15/10/2024

Teddy summed up in 2 photos- I did ‘paw’ now give me a treat lady

04/10/2024

Off lead dog approaching ‼️⚠️ Think Zombie 🧟‍♂️
Lots of ways to handle this but the quickest and easiest way I have found is to head them off when you first notice they are approaching.
A lot of people leave it wayyyy too late and the off lead dog is already in your immediate area.
Sweeping statement here.... but many off lead dogs are simply attempting to engage or are curious.
However....some are NOT and I have a bit of a rule that I will not allow off lead dogs to approach when I have a dog on a lead or if I am working with a client.

Is it embarrassing to do this ? No, not for me... but I appreciate I have had ample practice with this technique.

There is no time for chit chat.
No pleasantries required either.
Head that off lead dog off NOW to avoid issues.....ESPECIALLY if you have a reactive dog.

This method works.

Does lifting up a dog work ? Well...for me, I dislike it when people lift up their small dogs or puppies in situations like these as it can cause a dog to become even more interested in both the dog and the person holding the dog up. They will often not give up as easy as they would have if they are headed off much earlier. However I really do understand why people do this as it can make people more secure and can also give their dog extra security too.

Throwing food ?
Big nope from me, some dogs will just follow and pester for more.

Last thoughts on the subject...if you have a dog (off lead) around dogs that are on a lead/leash...it is your responsibility to have CONTROL.
That may be verbal control but that is a responsibility YOU have taken on when you let your dog off leash.

If you have no control or none in distracting environments your dog should NOT be off lead around others.

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26/09/2024

Some of the pretty faces I’ve had the pleasure of seeing this week 💖

03/09/2024

August roundup 💚

21/08/2024

Hello everyone! Just to make sure you all are aware I’m going to be away on the 5th September and then 13th-20th September, if anyone needs help finding cover I’d be happy to assist. Thank you 💖

24/07/2024

Butter wouldn’t melt 🥰

12/07/2024

Swipe for a surprise 😎 (we love Toby’s enthusiasm 😆)

27/06/2024

Let’s talk warm weather! My priority is always the dogs safety and welfare, and due to rising temperatures this does mean that it can be difficult to get dogs out for walks during the day due to increased risk of heat stroke. If temperatures exceed 22 degrees I won’t be walking any dogs, I will offer in house visits if suitable and provide enrichment indoors so they are still getting some fun mental stimulation whilst staying nice and cool. No charges will be applied for heat related cancellations, thank you to everyone for being so understanding about this so far I know it’s been tricky but the dogs come first and it’s never worth the risk 💖

27/06/2024

Say cheeeeese!

26/06/2024

31/05/2024

May has been full of happy faces 😇

31/05/2024

Beautiful Bella the collie dog 🐾

21/05/2024

✨ New service announcement ✨ Small group walks! I will be introducing this service on a trial period, and small groups of compatible dogs will be carefully selected. For more information go to my website: www.barkandbarn.co.uk 🐾

20/05/2024

Important information for my clients 🐶🐴

16/05/2024

Everything is finally green again!! 🌱