Ayrshire Petsitters

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!!

13/04/2023

First show of the year! This Saturday 15th April I will be at Kilmaurs Agricultural Show offering free muscular health checks and advice for your dogs. There may even be some goodies for sale. Please come and say hello x

06/04/2023

Please welcome Catherine from Ayrshire Canine Clinical Massage who has joined as a Photizo Practitioner!

Catherine is a Clinical Canine Massage Therapist offering massage therapy as a safe, holistic and non invasive modality to treat dogs of all ages to help maintain their overall well being, with specific concentration on muscular and soft tissue health.

Clinical Massage Therapy is an effective treatment to assist in healing from injury (eg. muscle strains or ligament sprains) or surgery, as well as helping to reduce chronic pain which may have developed as a result of orthopaedic conditions such as arthritis. Catherine has trained in four traditional disciplines of massage (Swedish, sports, deep tissue and Myofascial release) as well as the clinically trialed Lenton Method which has proven to improve comfort levels in dogs in over 95% of cases within just one to three sessions. Ayrshire Canine Clinical Massage uses Photizo Vetcare in conjunction with hands on therapy to complement the effects of massage and to assist in areas of extreme discomfort where a dog may not be able to tolerate touch.

Welcome Catherine! 🐾

www.ayrshirek9.co.uk

05/04/2023

This is an interesting and very personal post by one of my friends and fellow canine massage therapists. Such an important topic. Thank you for sharing Emma Kismet Holistic Canine Therapies .

18/03/2023

What a pair of stars xx

03/03/2023

I've been really bad at taking photos recently but here is the lovely Buddy getting ready for his maintenance massage lying on his own special Steven Brown Art cushion! Buddy has had arthritic changes in his joints since he was only a year old. He has elbow dysplasia in both elbows, spondylosis of the spine which means some of his vertebrae have fused together restricting his flexibility, and has previously damaged both cruciate ligaments in his knees. After his first 3 sessions Buddy's owners had noticed a big improvement in his mobility and noticed he could do a high 5 for the first time in a long while. Improving the comfort levels and mobility of dogs like Buddy make being a canine massage therapist the best job in the world!! See you soon Mr B xx Have a great weekend everyone.

26/01/2023

We are proud to announce that the Canine Massage Guild is now listed as an official provider with Petplan UK, LV= LV PET INSURANCE, PETS AT HOME INSURANCE and ANIMAL CARE INSURANCE, making things easier for you to claim back the costs of your dogs clinical canine massage sessions with a registered member of the Canine Massage Guild.

Straight off the back of our evidence based research clinical trials with Wi******er University, we proved that our therapy works in 1-3 sessions.

Did you know we also provide monthly maintenance sessions for dogs with degenerative conditions like and ?

We are dedicated to helping keep your dog mobile and happier for longer. Click now and visit www.k9-massageguild.co.uk and find your local therapist TODAY!

19/01/2023

We just came down from the isle of Skye. We're no very big and one of us is shy!! My 2 wee island beauties who came to see me last weekend xx

Well it was lovely to see Ella again at the weekend for a maintenance massage after she moved away with her family last year. She even brought her baby sister sunny the sprocker puppy for a check over and mini massage as the wee soul has had some intermittent lameness recently. We managed to find where the issue is and with continued activity management and controlled exercise I am sure she will heal just fine. Ella can be a wee bit anxious so we start her sessions off with some freework to calm her down. Sunny on the other hand has no worries and the biggest challenge is keeping her still long enough! Hope you all got home safely and see you soon you 2 beautiful girls x

27/08/2022

See you again tomorrow lovely girl xx

I had the pleasure of meeting the gorgeous Ruby last week for her first massage session. Ruby's vet had suggested she might benefit from clinical canine massage to help with her mobility issues in particularly in her hind limbs. She was a superstar and I'm looking forward to seeing her for her next visit very soon.

27/08/2022

17/08/2022

I will be at the show to chat about the benefits of clinical canine massage and offering free muscular health checks for your dogs. Come along and say hello.

The Marymass Dog Show makes a return this Wednesday 17th Aug 🐶

This takes place in the Volunteer Rooms from 7pm. Entries on the night, £1.50 per class.

Dogs of all shapes and sizes are welcome to this annual fun dog show organised by Irvine & District Canine Club. There are 11 classes for Pedigrees and Crossbreeds including one for the dog with the Waggiest Tail! Rosettes are awarded for 1st-6th place. Tuck shop also available and a raffle on the night too

12/08/2022

How handsome is Rufus🥹😍

Rufus’s owner Catherine runs Ayrshire canine clinical massage, to help aid your dogs mobility issues🙌🏼 Check out her website: www.ayrshirek9.co.uk

31/05/2022

Free muscular health checks for your dogs and a great family day out Newmilns Show 2022 . Hope to see some of you there x

Well we will be on tour again this weekend offering free muscular health checks for your dogs at the Newmilns Show 2022 . Come along and enjoy a great family day out - the weather is looking good.