Happy Paws

01/06/2023

The happiest doggo❤️🥲

23/03/2023

If you are thinking of buying a dog or puppy, we recommend that you paws for thought, and make some basic but important checks.

You may have heard of ‘Catfishing’, where a stranger creates a fictional online persona to lure someone into a relationship.

Deceitful pet sellers use a similar tactic to ‘Petfish’ unsuspecting buyers. These unscrupulous sellers pretend that the puppy or kitten they’re selling you comes from a happy home.

In reality, the animal may have been bred or kept in poor conditions, illegally imported or may not actually exist.

Tips to consider when purchasing pets:

▪️ When thinking of buying a pet, consider buying them in person from rescue centres or from reputable breeders - start by checking the Kennel Club’s Assured Breeder Scheme, or look for a licensed dog breeder, whose licence number must be shown in the advert. You can check with the local authority that these details are legitimate. If you’re rescuing a cat or dog, you can start by checking if the rescue organisation is a member of the Association of Dogs and Cats Homes. A good rescue and rehoming organisation will check your suitability first and usually use an adoption contract. They will help you choose the right dog or cat for you and give you advice on caring for your new pet.

▪️ Be cautious if the seller initially requests payment via one method, but later claims that due to ‘issues with their account’ they will need to take the payment via an alternative method such as a bank transfer.

▪️ Consider conducting research on other information provided by the seller, for example a mobile phone number or email address used by the seller could alert you to any negative information associated with the number/email address online.

▪️ Agree a suitable time to meet face-to-face to agree the purchase and to collect the pet. If the seller is reluctant to meet then it could be an indication that the pet does not exist.

▪️ A genuine seller should be keen to ensure that the pet is going to a caring and loving new home. If the seller does not express any interest in you and the pet’s new home, be wary.

▪️ If you think the purchase price is too good to be true then it probably is, especially if the pet is advertised as a pure-breed.

▪️ Do not be afraid to request copies of the pet’s inoculation history, breed paperwork and certification prior to agreeing a sale. If the seller is reluctant or unable to provide this information it could be an indication that either the pet does not exist or the pet has been illegally bred e.g. it originates from a ‘puppy farm’. A ‘puppy farm’ is a commercial dog breeding enterprise where the sole aim is to maximise profit for the least investment. Commercial dog breeders must be registered with their local authority and undergo regular inspections to ensure that the puppies are bred responsibly and are in turn fit and healthy. Illegally farmed puppies will often be kept in inadequate conditions and are more likely to suffer from ailments and illnesses associated with irresponsible breeding.

Report illegal pet sales to us via Citizens Advice Consumer Service on 0808 223 1133.

08/03/2023

Just to let all my customers know I will not be working the following dates: 7th, 10th and 28th of April 😊

07/03/2023

01/03/2023

Couldn't share so screenshotted! Be careful if you're using Autarky dog food

01/03/2023

Only two poo's today, not three 🤣❤️

28/02/2023

Star looking very majestic at Williamson's Lookout, watching the boats go past 🤣😍❤️

27/02/2023

‼️Im offering FREE consultation appointments for the whole month of March to fill the remainder of my appointment slots‼️

Please message me ASAP to guarantee a slot, as I only have limited appointments available for walking and training😊

24/02/2023

A little break between training 😂 well done today buddy 👏❤️

06/02/2023

Zoomies after a walk and food 😂🥹

04/02/2023

‼️Just to remind all my customers about cancellation policy, and forms required following consultation‼️

Cancelling with less than 48hrs notice will incur a 50% charge of the full session fee due.
Cancelling with less than 24hrs notice will incur a 100% charge of the full session fee due.
Cancelling with more than 48hrs notice will not incur a charge, but any deposits paid will not be refunded.
Ocassionally sessions will be re-scheduled without incurring charges at my discretion; this may be due to illness, emergency or bereavement. During the summer months, timings may differ due to hot weather or be re-scheduled for cooler days.

The forms that are sent to you/provided at consultation must be read, signed and back to me BEFORE the date of your first session. Failure to do this will result in you loosing your session date/time.

Any questions, please just message me 😊

03/02/2023

This cutie will be having some training sessions from next week 😊

02/02/2023

Due to family bereavement, I will not be working or available on Friday 17th of February.

01/02/2023

I have availability Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from next week onwards 9:45-10:45am 😊

31/01/2023

Big 👏 for this lovely boy, he has come so far with his training. Another great session today, well done 🌟🐾💕

30/01/2023

Welcome to the Happy Paws family 😊

30/01/2023

These guys 🥲

30/01/2023

The matching coats 🥲

29/01/2023

Having issues with messenger again! Will reply to your messages ASAP.

24/01/2023

I've had lots enquires about 2023 rates, so I'll be posting an updated price list tonight! Exisiting customers, if I haven't notified you already, your rates will remain the same! Thanks for your patience 😊

24/01/2023

Don't forget about my pet taxi service!
A safe and comfortable ride in a crash-tested TransK-9 crate!
Very useful for:
🐾Transporting pets to new home
🐾Vets appointments
🐾Grooming appointments
🐾Dropping to and from day-care
🐾Or whatever help you need!

20/01/2023

All the floof! 🥲

20/01/2023

First walk with me for this puppy today 🥰🐾💕