Ayrshire Petsitters

13/11/2024

I'll be chatting about all things arthritis and how to help our dogs living with this condition or any other form of chronic pain. Message Catherine Petcayr By T & G Hutchison Pet Supplies if you would like to attend x

Joint conditions and associated pain are the number one reason for vet visits in the UK and one of the fastest growing areas where owners spend money on treatment.

On Saturday 30th November, Cat Johnstone CMG of Ayrshire Canine Clinical Massage and myself, Catherine Hutchison BCCS Dip Hlth Nut are offering a joint presentation on prevention and care around this subject.

11am - Cat will discuss safe exercise and movement, the importance of rest and what we can do to support our older / affected dogs to stay active.

11.45am - I will talk about real food additions to the diet to reduce inflammation and have a look at over the counter supplements, their ingredients and how they work together.

We will break around 12.30pm for refreshments and a question and answer session.

Your investment in your pet’s future health will be £15, payable on booking and we will only be taking ten delegates.

Please call on 01292 281005 or message the page to secure your place.

22/10/2024

I will be at the Vets 4 Pets dog show this Sunday offering free muscular health checks and advice on all things massage or mobility related. Please bring your dog to see me for their winter muscular MOT.

21/02/2024

I sooo love a greyhound. They are such gentle, gracious and majestic dogs. Maybe in a few years...or sooner?!

14/02/2024

Happy Valentine's Day to all our lovely dogs and their humans.

20/01/2024

Mantrailing is such an amazing thing to do with your dog. It allows them to do what comes naturally to them (sniffing and searching) whilst working with you and creating a bond and working partnership. Nosework and mental stimulation is so much more tiring for dogs than running and ball chasing so ditch the balls and use the nose. Go look and book - you absolutely won't regret it.

24/10/2023

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Have your beloved feline friends looked after in the comfort of their own home while you are away.

Welcome to Irvine Cat Sitters. We have been looking after cats throughout Ayrshire for 18 years.

15/09/2023

*****OPEN DAY INFO, SUNDAY 24 SEPTEMBER 12 NOON******

THIS IS A HUMAN ONLY EVENT - OUR INSURERS WILL NOT ALLOW US TO HAVE DOGS ON THE PREMISES

We are delighted to present our speakers for our open day event next Sunday, 24/9/23

We can accommodate 20 visitors for each short presentation but the professionals and practitioners will have their own stands on the day to talk about their work.

To be sure of a space at any of the presentations, please send a message to prebook - we will of course try to accommodate as many people as we can for each talk.

Here is the running order:

❤️12.15pm Dale McLelland of Being Canine, Dog Behaviour and Training on the subject of getting to know your rescue dog.

❤️12.45pm Liz Milligan of Ayrshire Dog Drone Rescue will talk about the work that their volunteers carry out in searching, rescuing and trapping lost dogs to reunite them with their owners.

❤️1.15pm Catherine Johnston of Ayrshire Canine Clinical Massage will discuss her work in this therapy which is proven to be effective in resolving mobility issues in dogs

❤️1.45pm Mandie Danks, founder of Connective Energetics, holistic canine coach, essence and energetic practitioner specialising in supporting the relationship between dogs and their guardians will give an insight into her therapies

❤️2.15pm Louise and Ciara of The Whole Dog are trainers who specialise in helping owners and dogs live their best lives together who will talk about their experience in this area

❤️2.45pm Lorraine of Islay Dog Rescue will tell us all about the rescue and their hard working team of volunteers who dedicate their time to helping dogs in pounds.

❤️3.15pm Denise of Honeybee Cottage, who is a human and canine healer and reiki practitioner will finish off the day with her presentation followed by a ten minute guided group meditation (booking for the meditation is essential as numbers are limited)

We will also be joined by

❤️Cal’s Crazy Creations gifts
❤️Hairy Wilson’s Dog Grooming
❤️Daeva Creative gifts
❤️Samadhi Canine Therapies who specialise in Galen Myotherapy and Red Light therapy
❤️Cain9 Photography
❤️Just Jess crafts and cakes

We look forward to seeing as many of you as possible for a look behind the scenes in our new building, face to face chats, learning and shopping.

Catherine

09/09/2023

29/08/2023

28/07/2023

Do you know it's been such a busy week I almost forgot I also did this on Monday!! Beware dogs I'm going to be practicing on you xx

27/07/2023

Eeeek...the excitement is building!!

We are buzzing to be hosting some amazing canine professionals as part of our Open Day!

We view working with dogs through a very holistic lens and taking the WHOLE dog into account.

This can often mean enlisting the support of other experienced people to support your dog in the best possible way!

Often however until we are told we aren't aware of other support available.

We are so lucky in Ayrshire to have AMAZING people that support our own and students dogs wellbeing and to have them join us as we celebrate our new chapter is a true privelage!

So below are a few of them that will be in attendance to showcase to you the work that they do!

Open Day 2️⃣7️⃣th of August
📍The WHOLE Dog HQ Gemmell's Garden Centre
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To register for your free ticket please fill out the form below...

"The WHOLE Dog Open Day R.S.V.P"

https://form.jotform.com/232004694433047

19/07/2023

I will be at this event offering free muscular health checks and advice.
As dog guardians, losing our beloved pet is our worst nightmare. We all hope never to be in this situation, but it is a comfort to know that organisations like Ayrshire Drone Dog Rescue - ADDR exist to help should the worst happen.
Come along, have fun with your dog, whilst supporting the charity.
Hope to see you there.

12/07/2023

I keep forgetting to take photos of the dogs when they are in for massage. In Mylo's case it was keeping him still for long enough (typical spaniel;). I was pleased yesterday he settled a lot better for his second session and I was able to do a lot more work on the areas that are causing him to intermittently skip when out on walks. Still no massage photos as once he's settled I daren't move but here is one of his happy smiley face out on a walk x

01/07/2023

Storm was such a good boy. And he can wag his tail properly again - I was beyond delighted x

This morning I had the lovely Storm here for his second massage session with me. He did so well and settled beautifully. I hope you're still wagging your tail!!

22/06/2023

With this lovely weather we've been having who needs to go on holiday?! BUT if you are, Ayrshire Petsitters have now additional capacity for in home cat sitting. If you are going away and need someone to pop in to feed and amuse your feline furrows please just give us a shout to see if we can cover your area. We look forward to hearing from you. Here are some of our recent wee friends.

16/06/2023

I love my job xx

14/04/2023

Love my job!!