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09/01/2025

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GZ7DiQ-xU4I

I am sharing this 'hot off the press' video from a very well known holistic vets, Dr Peter Dobias. Perhaps you follow him too?
I follow the 'RawPetMedics' and very much enjoy the information they publish and share. There is always something to learn and useful information to take away.
I first heard about the benefits of not neutering or spaying our dogs from when I looked into the topic and am very heartened by this new evidence in the video above.
I hope that you get something out of it too.

"We're kind of at the tipping point for everyone moving towards hormone-sparing sterilization, mainly because the World Small Animal Veterinary Association h...

25/12/2024

🎄✨ Merry Christmas from Lead and Listen! ✨🎄

Wishing you and your furry friends a holiday filled with love, laughter, and wagging tails! 🐾❤️

Thank you for a fantastic year – we can’t wait to see what 2025 brings. Stay safe, enjoy the festivities, and we’ll see you in the New Year!

🎅 Warm wishes,
The Lead and Listen Team

23/12/2024

🎄 Christmas Competition Alert! 🎄

We’re spreading some festive cheer at Lead and Listen with a fun Christmas photo competition! 🎅🐾

📸 How to Enter:
Share the funniest photo of your dog this Christmas in the comments below. Whether it’s your pup dressed as Santa, getting tangled in tinsel, or pulling their best “caught-in-the-act” face – we want to see it all!

🎁 What You’ll Win:
The winner will receive a high-quality dummy – perfect for your training sessions in 2025! 🐕💪

🎅 Deadline:
Entries close on 26.12.2024, and we’ll announce the winner shortly after.

Let’s see those hilarious holiday moments! Don’t forget to tag your friends and spread the word. We can’t wait to see what your mischievous mutts have been up to! 🎄✨

16/12/2024

🎄🐾 Christmas Cheer for the Whole Pack! 🐾🎄

The holidays are here, and it’s time for cosy nights, festive treats, and family fun—including your four-legged family members! 🐶💖 But how can you ensure a stress-free, joyful Christmas that keeps both your dog and your loved ones happy?

Check out our latest blog, Celebrating Christmas in Harmony with Family and Your Dog, for tips on:

✨ Managing the holiday hustle with your dog's needs in mind
🎁 Safe (and delicious!) treat ideas for your pup
🎄 How to keep your dog calm during the chaos of Christmas

Let’s make this festive season magical for everyone—tails wagging included! 🎅🐕

👉 Click the link to read more and spread the holiday joy.

https://www.leadandlisten.co.uk/post/celebrating-christmas-in-harmony-with-family-and-your-dog

30/10/2024

Dogs at Halloween: keeping your dog calm

Check out my blog post https://wix.to/DpPelXv

Halloween is celebrated every year on 31 October all around the world. The tradition dates back to the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain, 2,000 years ago. For more information on the history of Halloween: https://www.history.com/topics/halloween/history-of-halloween. The traditions of HalloweenTric...

13/09/2024

🚶‍♂️🐕 Join Us on Our Journey with Woody! 🐾

In my latest blog, I discuss the history of this versatile breed, the importance of early socialisation, and the ups and downs of training a high-energy dog.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed by your dog’s behaviour, trust me—you’re not alone! We’re all on this journey together, learning one day at a time.

✨ Read the full story and join us on this adventure! ✨

https://www.leadandlisten.co.uk/post/our-journey-so-far

How are things going between you and your dog? With this blog I would like to share some of my journey with Woody, my now 4 year old German Wirehaired Pointer. A New Versatile Breed: The Deutsche Drahthaar Fuelled by a newly found German identity after the end of the Franco-Prussian wars and the uni...

11/09/2024

Save your spot for Recall workshop now! https://wix.to/94ZSL3x

11/08/2024

🐾 Sheep Proofing in Action! 🐾

Check out these amazing moments from our recent workshop with Claygate Sheepdogs! From recall training to mastering calmness around sheep, our pups made incredible progress. 🐕‍🦺➡️🐑

09/08/2024

Remember the viral Fenton video? 😂 As hilarious as it was, an out-of-control dog can lead to serious consequences. Imagine your pup chasing livestock—not so funny anymore, right? 🚫🐑

Uncontrolled dogs can lead to fines or even harm to your beloved pet. 😔 Keeping our dogs in check around livestock is crucial.

We recently hosted an eye-opening workshop with Shepherdess Caitlin from Claygate Sheepdogs. She and her flock helped our participants train their dogs to stay calm around sheep. 🐕‍🦺➡️🐑

The training was step-by-step:

Small fenced area with sheep.
An open field with static sheep.
Wandering sheep, assisted by a border collie.

Each dog progressed at its own pace, working on recall, loose-lead walking, and staying calm. The results? Dogs off-lead, unbothered by wandering sheep. 🌟

Consistency is key! Keep practising what you learned.

Click on the link and read more about our workshop that took place last Sunday https://www.leadandlisten.co.uk/post/sheep-proofing-clinic-with-claygate-sheepdogs

Would you like to join our next workshops? Contact us! 📩

15/07/2024

Health Alert: Tick Prevention

Summer means tick season! Make sure your dog is protected with regular tick checks and preventive treatments. Stay safe out there! 🕷️🐕

08/07/2024

05/07/2024

🚗 🌞 Hit the Road Safely with Your Dog This Summer! 🌞 🐶

Planning a summer road trip with your furry friend? Here are some essential safety tips to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey for both of you! 🐾 ❤️

Secure Your Dog: Use a pet seat belt, car seat, or crate to protect your dog and prevent driving distractions.

Hydration is Key: Always have fresh water available. Portable water bottles and travel bowls are great for keeping your dog hydrated on the go.

Regular Breaks: Plan frequent stops to let your dog stretch its legs, relieve itself, and burn off some energy.

Never Leave Your Dog Alone: Temperatures can rise quickly inside a parked car, leading to heatstroke. Always take your dog with you or have someone stay with them.

Comfort is Crucial: Bring your dog’s favourite blanket, toys, or bed to make the car ride more comfortable and familiar.

Check for Motion Sickness: Some dogs may get car sick. Consult your vet for advice or medication if needed.

Identification: Ensure your dog is wearing a collar with ID tags, and consider getting a microchip for added security.

Enjoy the journey and make unforgettable memories with your four-legged friend! 🚗 🐕✨

28/06/2024

🌞 Summer Fun with Your Dog! 🌞

Summer is here, and it's the perfect time to enjoy some outdoor adventures with your furry friend. Here are some tips to keep your dog happy and healthy during the sunny season:

🚶‍♂️ Explore new trails: Early morning or late evening walks can be a great way to avoid the heat.
🏞️ Water adventures: Let your dog cool off with a swim in a safe, dog-friendly area. Always supervise!
🍉 Summer snacks: Offer refreshing treats like frozen watermelon or dog-friendly ice cream.
💦 Stay hydrated: Carry water and a portable bowl on all your adventures.
Enjoy the summer with your best buddy by your side! 🐶 ❤️

20/06/2024

☀️ Heatwave Incoming! ☀️

Next week's temperatures are set to soar, so let's ensure our furry friends stay cool and comfortable. Here are some essential tips:

🏡 Keep them indoors: During peak heat, it's best to keep your dog inside where it's cooler.

💦 Hydration is key: Make sure they have plenty of fresh water at all times. Consider adding a few ice cubes to keep it extra cool.

🌳 Adjust walk times: Walk your dog early in the morning or late in the evening to avoid hot pavements that can burn their paws.

🍦 Cool treats: Treat them to some dog-friendly ice treats or frozen toys to help them beat the heat.

🌬️ Create a cool space: Set up a fan or air conditioning where your dog likes to rest. Cooling mats can also be a great addition

Remember, our pups rely on us to keep them safe and comfortable. Enjoy the sun responsibly! 🐶 💕

14/06/2024

🌧️ Rainy days getting you down? 🌧️

Don't let the gloomy weather stop you from bonding with your dog! 🐾 Rain or shine, there's always room for fun and learning indoors. Try some new training games, practice basic commands, or just enjoy some quality snuggle time. Your furry friend will thank you! 🐶 💖

07/06/2024

All through the summer and into the autumn ticks and fleas are a real nuisance for our dogs:

Fleas
Itching is the first and main symptom. Excessive scratching can cause inflammation and infection, and sometimes dogs can suffer from allergic dermatitis. A severe flea infestation can lead to anaemia due to the extent of blood loss as the fleas feed.

Keep up to date with flea treatment and check your dog regularly so that you can catch a problem early. Fleas can also carry tapeworm eggs so, if your dog does get fleas, you will need to treat for worms too. Fleas only hop on and off the dog to feed so most of them will actually be living in the dog’s bedding and your carpets – you’ll need to treat your house, and probably more than once due to the length of the flea’s lifecycle..

Ticks
Ticks can carry many diseases and it’s possible for one tick to be carrying several at the same time. The most prevalent is Lyme Disease, although it’s actually still quite rare and generally less serious in dogs than in humans. That said, it is possible to cause damage to joints, kidneys, heart and nervous system. Watch for symptoms of swelling or pain in the joints and an elevated temperature, which can occur up to two months after infection.

Checking your dog regularly for ticks is important and so is the method of tick removal. Causing stress to the tick will likely cause it to regurgitate into the dog and increase the infection risk. Leaving it to fall off of its own accord will also increase the risk due to the length of time it is in the dog. You also don’t want to risk leaving the head/mouth parts behind which could result in an infection. The safest method of removing a tick is by using a tick twister/tick tool. They only cost a few pounds so are well worth the investment.

07/06/2024

for our dogs to change their behaviour we need to change our behaviour

05/06/2024

🐾 Exciting News for All Dog Lovers! 🐾

Looking to enhance your pup's skills or start their training journey? Lead and Listen has got you covered with our fantastic upcoming workshops starting this Sunday! 🌟 Check out these engaging and rewarding classes designed for both you and your furry friend:

6-Week Puppy Course 🐶
Perfect for new puppy parents! This course lays the foundation for a well-behaved and happy dog using positive reinforcement techniques.

Click the link below 👇
https://www.leadandlisten.co.uk/service-page/6-week-puppy-course-1?referral=service_list_widget

6-Week Beginning Gundog Work Course 🦮
Start your journey into gundog training with our beginner-friendly course. Discover the basics of gundog work in a fun and supportive environment.

Click the link below 👇
https://www.leadandlisten.co.uk/service-page/6-week-beginning-gundog-work-course-5?referral=service_list_widget

6-Week Retrieving Course 🎾
Enhance your dog’s retrieving skills with this focused training. Ideal for both budding gundogs and active pets who love to fetch!

Click the link below 👇
https://www.leadandlisten.co.uk/service-page/6-week-retrieving-course?referral=service_list_widget

Hurry! There are only a few spaces left for these workshops starting Sunday, June 9th!

🚀 Don’t miss out on a pawsome experience that will strengthen the bond between you and your dog. 🐕 ❤️