Deanshanger Dog Walking Services

24/12/2024

Please watch and listen, Merry Christmas

20/12/2024

Our boxes of Christmas Baubles have all been reduced to clear

20/12/2024

Witnesses are being sought after two pedestrians required hospital treatment following a road traffic collision on the A5 Watling Street in Towcester.

At about 10.30am on Saturday, December 14, the driver of a silver AMG Mercedes collided with a man and woman as they crossed the road in Towcester town centre.

As a result of the collision, the pedestrians – a man and woman in their 80s – were taken to hospital with serious injuries.

Detectives from the Serious Collision Investigation Unit would like to hear from anyone who may have dash-cam footage that captured any part of the collision.

Anyone with information is asked to email [email protected] or call the Drivewatch Hotline on 0800 174615, or Northamptonshire Police on 101.

Please quote incident number 24000741927 when providing any information to make sure it gets to the right person as quickly as possible.

20/12/2024

🌟Exciting Opportunity Alert! 🌟

Would YOU like to help a trainee assistance dog on their journey to becoming a life-changer? Are you looking for a way to give back, make a real difference, and meet amazing people along the way? We’re looking for passionate, enthusiastic volunteers to join us for an unforgettable experience!

🐶Puppy Parent (stage one): We are regularly looking for Puppy Parents who are home for the majority of the day and would love to provide a home to a young puppy. Full support is given and all costs covered.

🐶Puppy Parent (stage two): Or would you love to look after a dog but are out at work all day? You could have one of our young adult dogs for bed and breakfast and weekend fun! The dog would come to ‘School’ every day, returning to you in the evening and for the weekend.

🐶Holiday cover: We are always on the lookout for loving holiday cover for our dogs while their Puppy Parents take a break.

Apply here: https://shorturl.at/JL4j9

20/12/2024

Do you know which favourite festive treats are highly toxic or hazardous to our furry friends? ⚠️

If you can’t resist sneaking the dog some scraps from your Christmas dinner, it’s important to be mindful about what is safe for them to have, and what you should avoid sharing 🐶

And whilst there may be parts of your Christmas dinner that are safe to feed in small amounts. Just remember that a small portion for us is a lot for your pet! It's best to stick to your pet's main diet as much as possible, as a sudden change can lead to a tummy ache.

[Visual description: An infographic displaying the safe and unsafe parts of a Christmas dinner for your pets. Safe foods include: boiled carrot and parsnip, broccoli, boiled or steamed greens, carrot or swede mash, lean parts of white meat. Unsafe foods include: gravy, stuffing, anything containing garlic, onion or leek, bones, chocolate, mince pies, panettone and anything containing currants, raisins and sultanas. Foods that are safe in small amounts include: roast potatoes, bacon, sausage and cranberry.]

18/12/2024

❗️RAWHIDE❗️

POSSIBLY THE MOST DANGEROUS DOG TREAT ON THE PLANET!

The chews are made from cattle or horse hides and their journey starts with the hides being soaked in a toxic sodium sulphide to remove the hair and fat. More chemicals are used in order to split the hide into layers which is then washed with hydrogen peroxide to give the white “pure” look and remove the rancid smell. Now comes the pretty festive colours and the glue to form cute shapes.

On testing, these chews have shown traces of arsenic, mercury, chromium and formaldehyde.
If that wasn`t bad enough they regularly cause intestinal blockages, poisoning from chemical residue and choking. The chews go slippery when wet and are near impossible to get hold of to save a choking dog.

Leave them in the shop or if some well meaning person buys them for your dog put them safely away and then dispose in the bin!

18/12/2024

Stories like this 🥹💛

18/12/2024

Betsy is feeling festive this evening- Merry Christmas from both of us

13/12/2024

09/12/2024

09/12/2024

Did you know that Marks and Spencer will automatically donate to us every time you shop and scan your Sparks Card when you pick us as your chosen charity?

Sparks donations help to fund our rescue teams, so that we can help more animals who need us and give them the care and love they deserve at our animal centres 💙

Spark change this Christmas and sign up today: https://bit.ly/3T6TEkA

09/12/2024

In general, we'd recommend leaving your four-legged friend at home when visiting Christmas markets. However, we understand sometimes this isn't always possible 🎄

If you do decide to take your pooch along with you, here are our stress-saving tips:

- Before visiting, check that dogs are allowed at your local market
- Play market sounds in advance of visiting to familiarise your dog
- Try to visit when it's less busy to steer clear of large crowds
- Keep your dog on a short lead to avoid tripping up other visitors
- Give your dog regular breaks in quiet areas for a drink or toilet
- Check the weather - there's likely to be a fair amount of standing around for your pooch, so if it's very cold they might prefer to stay snuggled up warm at home
- If it's cold, be mindful of salt and grit which can irritate paws
- Watch closely for any signs of stress or discomfort from your dog - it could be time to leave

By following our vet’s advice, the whole family, including your furry friends, will be able to enjoy a calm and stress-free day - hopefully, full of festive fun! 🐾

Photo credit - nessiesaurus_megx 📸

[Visual description: A dark brown greyhound called Nessie stands at a Christmas market in front of a striped Christmas tree display made with white and red flowers.]

04/12/2024

🌟 Introducing Bonzo!! 🌟

Bonzo is a handsome three year old Springer Spaniel X Lurcher, who is looking for his forever home due to a change of circumstances.

He’s a lovely lad, well-mannered and very friendly. He loves cuddles and will want to sit on your lap despite his size! 🐶

Bonzo has lots of energy and as well as nice, long walks, he’ll need lots of fun training and enrichment to keep his clever brain busy. In return, he promises to give you pure love and devotion. 🥰

Bonzo will be happy to share his new home with other dogs, children, cats and small furries.🐾

Do you have a Bonzo-shaped hole in your home that’s waiting to be filled?

Bonzo’s wishlist:

🐶 I can live with other dogs
🐶 I can live with children
🐶 I can live with cats and small furries

To find out more about Bonzo, follow the link below!

👉 https://www.rats-animalrescue.co.uk/dogs/bonzo

Please help by sharing Bonzo’s story 🙏🏻

04/12/2024

XL Bully type dogs aged between 7 and 12 months on the 31st January 2024 must be neutered by 31st December 2024 📢

If evidence is not provided that the dog has been neutered by the relevant deadline, owners will be breaching legal requirements. Find out more: https://bit.ly/49Q1Xa8