Tails and Trails

08/11/2024

Such a lovely week seeing these gorgeous dogs continue to develop their friendships with each other and build a stronger connection with me. 😊

01/11/2024

28/10/2024

When I said I’d do home visits for all of your pets, I meant it; What a wonderful few days looking after these beautiful animals! 😊

20/10/2024

Research from Drone To Home Regarding Dog Behaviour When Missing.

Why won’t your missing dog come to you straight away?

During the search for a missing dog, owners are often advised not to shout, chase, or run towards their dog. This advice can be met with disbelief: “My dog always listens and will come back if they hear me.” While this may be true under normal circumstances, a missing dog doesn't respond the same way.

Understanding Survival Mode.

It's crucial not to humanise the situation. You're not looking for *your* missing dog; you're looking for *a dog that is missing*. This shift in thought is not a reflection of any owner or their bond with their dog; it's about the dog's current state of mind.

When a dog enters survival mode, their priorities shift to survival, food, water, and shelter. In this state, every human, even their owner, is perceived as a potential threat. This isn’t the fault of the owner or the dog—it's simply a missing dog trying to survive.

The feral state can kick in almost immediately but can take upto 6 weeks. Dogs experience various layers of the feral state, and it's definitely not one-size-fits-all. It's not about breed either.
We've seen thousands of dogs, both from the same breed and different breeds, act in similar ways. This behaviour is more primeval to the canine family than to an individual feral dog.

The Role of Scent in Reuniting with Your Dog.

Our research shows that a dog's brain responds more strongly to the scent of familiar humans than to other scents. Your missing dog will be trying to find you by scent rather than by sound or sight. Your scent carries upto 3 miles depending on various factors like weather, wind etc.

While it might be instinctive to organise a search party, it’s often wiser to wait. Allow your dog the chance to find you without being scared off by unfamiliar scents and people.

Avoiding Unintended Consequences.

Strangers calling your dog by name or whistling can actually push your dog further away. The missing dog hears a noise, sees it as a threat, and moves on, causing the search to restart. This includes searching with other dogs, even ones the lost dog knows.

As an owner, walking around the area where your dog was last seen is key. This will help your missing dog track back to you. Please remain calm.

Stay Patient and Positive.

Ask experienced people for advice on finding and reuniting with your dog. While many on social media have good intentions, they may not have first-hand experience with missing dogs. Don’t believe everything you read online.

Thank you.

Drone To Home
🌐 www.dronetohome.org.uk
📞 0330 124 2004

Let's bring them home together. 🐾

18/10/2024

We’ve had a fabulous week meeting several new friends and what a joy to see how excited the dogs were visiting their favourite walk!

15/10/2024

As half term approaches and you find yourself to be busier than expected, remember we can do home visits to care for your pets!
DBS checked. Fully insured. Canine first aid and pet sitting qualification.
Free meet and greet before home visits commence.

30/09/2024

Varied locations, a caring walker, carefully picked friends & fun adventures = a happy dog, whilst you’re busy working!😊

Message to arrange your free meet and greet.

DBS checked, fully insured and canine first aid trained.

28/09/2024

Pop along and see if you can win a free dog walk in the raffle!

💚💜🤍Saturday 28th September!
Natalie Evans will be hosting her 6th MacMillan coffee morning in our Garden room 🪴 for everyone to join!
There will be plenty of cake 🍰 and some great activities including a raffle 🎟️ with prizes donated by local Newark businesses!
Why not pop along to support a great cause 🤍💜💚

28/09/2024

Something to be aware of whilst you’re out walking your own dogs. 🍂🍁🍄‍🟫

08/09/2024

We’ve loved our recent home visits with these beauties. Here at Tails and Trails, we love all animals and are able to support you to care for your beloved pets whilst you are out for the day, the weekend or perhaps a longer holiday.

We will keep you updated with reports and photos of your pet so you can relax with the knowledge that they are being well cared for.

Contact us at [email protected] to arrange a free getting to know you meeting so we can provide the company and care that your pet needs.

DBS checked. Canine first aid trained. Fully insured.