Four Paws and Trails

Four Paws and Trails Maria is experienced in providing dog adventure walks to stimulate your dog’s mental and physical Get up early to avoid the heat on hot days.
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A Dog Walker and Dog Trainer with a lot of extra perks shall we say! You see, I know what its like to have a puppy that’s got a lot of issues, Experienced rescuing a very scared and angry dog. I’ve had the deaf moments when you know their listening, but won’t do what you want. Oh, and the waiting for the vet to say “I’m sorry, your dog is poorly”

Finding someone to look after you precious fur ba

by isn’t easy and rest assured, I would be the pickiest person. I endeavor to be there for your dog when your unable to, give them the physically and mentally exercise they need, give them comfort when their unsure and to provide you with the best quality care that I would give my own dog. I use whistles, toys, treats to interact with your dog to keep them all safe and near to me. Plus, I will be discouraging bad habits and reward good behavior along the way to help you as owners with reinforced learning. Plus… I will apply numerous layers of clothing in the winter and be out in all weathers. Jump in a river to encourage them to come in and cool down. I will defiantly be muddy than them. Carry the little ones when they feel tired and overwhelmed. Give your dog homemade ice treats at the end of a warm walk. Buy the best quality food and natural foods for treats. Not forgetting, make chicken broth for the picky dogs that don’t like to drink water whilst their walking. That’s just a few things that I do to keep your dog happy and you at ease as owners.

🎄✨ The Christmas Feeling ✨🎄We will be at Cosby Light Switch on Saturday 30th Nov. We’ll have loads of goodies there and ...
29/11/2024

🎄✨ The Christmas Feeling ✨🎄

We will be at Cosby Light Switch on Saturday 30th Nov. We’ll have loads of goodies there and most importantly you’ll be able to chat with us about your dogs.

Come over and say Hi!

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✨Welcome back! 🐾I’m so glad to welcome Miss P back to the Four Paws Family! I didn’t think we would have you back in gro...
29/11/2024

✨Welcome back! 🐾

I’m so glad to welcome Miss P back to the Four Paws Family! I didn’t think we would have you back in group, but you have surprised us all. 💪🏻

😔 Bye Bye! 😘What can I say about this lovable rogue!! Bonkers, Loves his snuggles, Bouncy, Happy boy… 😍 Iv loved the las...
28/11/2024

😔 Bye Bye! 😘

What can I say about this lovable rogue!!
Bonkers, Loves his snuggles, Bouncy, Happy boy…

😍 Iv loved the last three years with this boy. He has been a wonderful tutor and Iv learnt an awful lot with him being apart of the Four Paws family and the Training Academy. 🐾

His caregivers have been devoted to helping him through hard times, learning along the way as he grew up. It hasn’t been a smooth road in any shape or form, but we got there!

✨Mr B and family are going to pastures new and will be truly missed. I hope all goes well and Mr B continues to have loads of fun with his next adventures! 🏡

28/11/2024
23/11/2024

Come and join us!

04/11/2024

🤦🏼‍♀️Pee-mails!🐕‍🦺

This is what Mondays about!! Catching up with Pee-mails, Face-floofs, What-💩’s!!

What else could be better with fallen leaves as a natural snuffle mat and being able to sniff all they like.

Sniffing and licking is the best “calmative” that your dog can have. It heights the calm and happy hormones in their bodies… endorphins, oxytocin, serotonin and dopamine.

I promise that these dogs will be more exhausted than running around after each other.

Let your dog SNIFF!!

🌈🐾Celebrating a Life 🐾🌈It has been a honour to know A and her family! She was one of the first dogs I took on walking, b...
10/10/2024

🌈🐾Celebrating a Life 🐾🌈

It has been a honour to know A and her family! She was one of the first dogs I took on walking, but it wasn’t about being walked!
“A” didn’t like being away her mum.

Our relationship grew over five years, where eventually A has been loved not just by me, but my family too. Her family was able to have time away and knew she was safe. “A” was the reason why I got my homeboarding license. I now board the majority of my walking dogs.

The Four Paws family will miss you “A” and thank you for being one of my first dog tutors.
Much love to A’s family Sweet dreams my lovely 🌈

07/10/2024

👌🏻Nope… this was the best puddle!💦

Looney wet woofs having the best time!

05/10/2024

💦 We’re so happy! 😃

Brilliant check ins and the best puddle ever!! 😆

🌧️ Fun in the rain!💦
01/10/2024

🌧️ Fun in the rain!💦

01/10/2024

🐾🌟 DOG TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR 🌟 🐾

☺️ Only kind methods are taught, allowing both guardian and dog to grow confidence together. 🐩🧍🏻

✨ We listen and give you up to date, scientific knowledge to understand why your dog does what it does, and teach you the skills to help and rectify your dog's behavior. 💡🐾

📅 New group sessions starting on Sunday 20th October. At Littlethorpe Scouts Building, LE19 2HR

🐾🐶 For Puppies, Rescues, or dogs that don't listen! 🏫 Discovery School is for you…

🐶🐾 Do you have issues with Troublesome Adolescents, Recall, Lead Walking, or Socialisation? 🎒 Explore School is for you…

🌐 More details are on the website: Click here to book online (https://www.fourpawsandtrails.co.uk/book-online) 🐾💻

🐾🚶‍➡️National Dog Walking Appreciation Day!🚶‍➡️🐾I think today is a really good day to show appreciation for every single...
22/09/2024

🐾🚶‍➡️National Dog Walking Appreciation Day!🚶‍➡️🐾

I think today is a really good day to show appreciation for every single professional dog walker out there!! 🌩️⛈️

🐾I walk in every kind of weather!
🐾My least favourite weather is wind!! 💨
🐾Over the last 6 years Iv got through at least 5 sets of waterproofs (Coat and trousers), 4 sets of walking boots and 3 treat bags.
🐾I would hate to know how many miles Iv walked and how many poo bags have been used!

I wouldn’t change it for the world and I class it as a honour to have so many woofs to walk. Love them all for their quirks and snuggles.

20/09/2024

This is becoming a welfare issue!

Im tired of hearing “the vet says there is no pain” by a guardian after they have taken their dog to the vet. It leaves me deflated and frustrated and feeling so sorry for the dog.

Myth Bust:

PAIN CANNOT BE RULED OUT IN ANY ANIMAL (dog, cat, horse or hamster), by anyone!

* A quick palpation - CANNOT RULE OUT PAIN

WHY?

The dog may shut down due to environmental factors or dislike of a strange human touching them, they keep still to get it over with ASAP!

The dog may be over aroused or overwhelmed by the clinical environment (excited/scared etc) to the point that adrenaline is so high it blocks pain!

* Blood Tests - CANNOT RULE OUT PAIN

There is currently NO blood test that can detect pain.

* Diagnostic imaging - CANNOT RULE OUT PAIN

Yes they can pick up a variety of conditions, but even the GOLD standard MRI doesn’t pick up everything, but NONE of them can detect PAIN.

Just because a source cannot be found doesn’t mean there is no pain.

PAIN is subjective, it is whatever that being (human or animal) perceives it to be!

Pain can come in many different forms, it is extremely complex, and can effect the individual in many different ways. A dog may get injured, the injury may have healed, but the pain remains … this is known as maladaptive pain.

Behaviour can be a HUGE indicator for PAIN:

* There could be a change of behaviour that has been directly caused by PAIN.

* There could be a worsening of behaviour due to an increase or new presence of PAIN.

* There could be a lack of “normal” behaviour due to PAIN.

* There could be behaviours that are present but that the guardian/owner don’t deem to be problematic that are indicators of PAIN.

* The dog may have ALWAYS displayed behaviours that are indicators of PAIN, but they have been ignored and put down to “just the way they are”.

* There may be NO problematic behaviours at all …. And the dog might still be in PAIN!

* The dog might be energetic, always on the go … and still be in PAIN.

* The dog might be lazy … and still be in PAIN.

* The dog may zoom up and down stairs … and still be in PAIN.

Diagnosing PAIN is not simple and can be difficult to get on top of.

A PAIN relief trail can be great! But often only one type of analgesic is tried and sometimes this doesn’t get results leading to the ASSUMPTION that there is no PAIN!

Here’s why:

* The drug was only trialed for 2 weeks - when living with chronic pain it can take longer to relieve. 2 weeks is not enough.

* The drug used wasn’t targeted to the type of pain the animal is feeling; soft tissue, bone, nerve or a combination of all.

It might take a number of different medications or a combination OVER TIME to see a difference.

ALWAYS keep in mind, NO ONE can rule out another being’s PAIN.

NO ONE. Not me. Not you. Not a Doctor. Not a Vet.

Got to love a surprise meet up and didn’t they all do well?! Super socialisation by them all, walking calmly, occasional...
18/09/2024

Got to love a surprise meet up and didn’t they all do well?! Super socialisation by them all, walking calmly, occasionally communicating and enjoying them selves.

Check out user8147460524286’s video.

🐾☀️Autumnal Antics☀️🐾These lot make me smile!!
17/09/2024

🐾☀️Autumnal Antics☀️🐾

These lot make me smile!!

🌳 THE BEST OFFICE EVER☀️A beautiful autumnal day walking this gorgeous lot through the fields. Sniffs, rolls and play. I...
16/09/2024

🌳 THE BEST OFFICE EVER☀️

A beautiful autumnal day walking this gorgeous lot through the fields.
Sniffs, rolls and play.
I say no more….

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Tuesday 9am - 8pm
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Thursday 9am - 6pm
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We all love our dogs, but sometimes life gets in the way. No matter what the breed, large to small, puppy to senior. Maria is experienced in providing a reliable service, care, affection and sensory walks that your dog needs.

Areas covered in Leicestershire include Enderby, Narborough, Littlethorpe, Thurlaston, Huncote, Croft, Cosby, Whetstone and Lubbesthorpe.

Fully insured by Protectivity Insurance, DBS Checked,

Clean Driving Licence. Dog First Aid Certified