And now goodbye from us
Until we meet again 🫂.......
So Simon, the big guy, is on limited walks for a while...
He'll be back as soon as he can
It started with an email that threatened sending all my contacts my browsing history if I didn't pay x amount into bitcoin....they had a password that I used...until they quoted it.
As my browsing history is dogs, cats, Mountsorrel Spotted, flood alerts....wasn't overly concerned....
But, then, email after email, text after text came through with various alterations on my accounts....
Messenger has been compromised too.
Soooo, please be careful. We have suspended my email and made a number of adjustments to our various accounts.
Our assumption is:
A) The NHS data breach due to my blood tests
B) I created an Instagram account when my son sent me a link
C) I created an uber account
Or none of the above..
What's it like to be in pet services?
Well, if the 5am alarm wakes you it's because the cat isn't already sitting on your head or a pup doesn't want you to let them out/play/have breakfast....
So, bonus!
You may, like us, have 4 weekends off in the year.
You may, also like us, be thinking about what will make your hair, fur, fin, prickle friend know they are safe, loved and be happy.
You'll smell and look like a sewer rat before most folk have had a morning shower.
But.....
Big but.....
You'll love and be loved by the most wonderful beings.
And you will get to witness the joy they find in every moment......
Another reason for loving our clients....
Recently, we have heard about dog parents that expect their pup to be groomed and dried post walk. Even to the point of shower and hairdryer all within the price of a standard walk.
That sort of service is certainly doable but expect to pay around £50 to £75.
What our clients expect from us, is a happy pup.
One that has had the best time, may have rolled in 'stuff', had a clean (as much as possible) know they are loved, had time with like minded hoodlums or hugbugs.
As most experienced walkers do, we spend time and effort to ensure pups are buddied up with other, compatible, pups so that they have the best time possible.
That means we spend a lot of time playing with the diary, rearranging pick up, drop offs etc.
Our clients are more interested in how much their pup is loved, the enjoyment they have when on a walk, their welfare, than how clean they are when they get home.
Today, my Mum was interred with my Dad.
My siblings made sure I could be there via video link as I sat in my car between walks.
A tough day and yet so precious.
Jasper
We are so blessed with our clients.
They are so dedicated to ensuring their additional family is taken care of....
There is a particular couple that I would like to mention though.
I walk their darling pup. He's a total credit to them. A charming rogue!
They heard of another pup in crisis...
They fostered him until the new family, who were away on holiday, could take him home.
During that time, I have seen the love, care and devotion they have given.
He wasn't insured, because, let's face it, what can happen in 10 days?
Yesterday, I expressed concern about the pup.
They rushed home from work to take him to the vet.....even though the pup is not insured.
Last night he spent in hospital, unless he eats soon, he'll undergo surgery.
This amazing young couple, who have done everything, are carrying the cost.
Afterall, what can happen in 10 days....?
This couple are so devoted, their commitment can't be questioned.
Insurance wasn't as important as the cuddles, walks, love and rehabilitation this pup needed and deserved.
Afterall, what can happen in 10 days.....?
And so, if you happen to see my name on a crowdfunding page for a pup called Jasper, I trust you will understand why.
Find a ball in the undergrowth....fabulous!!! Find a treat in a pocket....bonus 🥂
Today, the goliath of a man, that I call my baby brother, called me on his way to seeing my Mum.
He wanted to arrange a video call.
Sadly, Henry had already left, Missy was out with Simon visiting his Darling Mum.
So, it was down to Douglas, Bella, Jess, Otto, Percy, Pablo and I to keep Mum entertained.
I'm really not convinced that Mum had the slightest interest in me....
When there is a choice between humans, pups, cats, rabbits.....you have to just accept that you don't stand a chance 🤦♀️.
The biggest thank you to my Darling Brother for helping me see my Mum, whilst she was absorbed with the pups.....
John John you are a hero and a legend ###
When your mate is waiting for his mate
Tall Tails would be nothing without our Darling Clients and....
Simon......
When Patience builds bonds
Let's chat about Bertie.....
Bertie is a real live wire...
He's full of beans, love and adventure.
So, when I picked him up the other day for his first walk with Evie I was careful to keep them separate.
Evie is hesitant around new environments and people, pups.
When she warms to them, she's loyal, feisty, protective, loving.
I got Bertie out of the car first. He was desperate to meet Evie.
She resisted. She stayed put in the back seat.
Bertie, Mr. Enthusiasm, gently, calmly, jumped onto the back seat with her. No enthusiastic greeting. Just patience.
He jumped out of the car when she demonstrated that she was relaxed.
She still needed persuasion.
He repeated the process.
She was still a bit hesitant but ready to be persuaded.
He sat, with his back towards her, on the ground at the rear wheel of the car and waited.
The pup that often forgets I am attached to his lead as he hares off ready for his adventures, waited.
A few moments later, Evie gently eased herself out of the car.
They sniffed, leads were removed and the pups ran themselves ragged.
Tired pups as the humans made their way through a wonderful post half marathon lunch
Update on the half marathon and pub lunch ....
Amazing!! The 3 pups loved every moment. The rain, the runners,the interaction and...
Slept throughout the pub lunch....mostly...😊
A couple of hours in the woods.....
Inbetweeners......
We have been inundated with requests. Thank you so much!
Currently we only have space left on a Tuesday and Wednesday due to demand.
We will work with you wherever we can though. So please just holla if you want to get some advice or help.
'Inbetweeners' is a service for part dog walking, part daycare. We aim to socialize and walk our clients whilst ensuring that they are also comfortable staying at their own home pre and post pick up.
