Emma's Ark

17/07/2024

It is that time of year!! Please have a read, grass seeds can really hurt your dog!

https://www.aldgatevet.co.uk/latest-news/grass-seeds-and-dogs/ #:~:text=Once%20embedded%2C%20they%20can%20travel,their%20coat%20type%20and%20habits.

Dog owners are all too familiar with the potential hazards we face when we’re in the great outdoors, whether your pet is licking a strange-coloured puddle or investigating a rather old animal carcass. However, sometimes dangers lurk where we least expect them, even in your garden. One such unlikel...

09/06/2024

Out with the house dogs just after 8am…. It’s going to be a hot one!

30/03/2024

If you have this beautiful girl, take her somewhere safe so she can get back to her family 🐾

30/03/2024

This isn’t just a business to me, my clients become friends and they feel as close as family! RIP Roxy, we miss you 😢

09/02/2024

It might look like this page isn’t used or current. It is, I just keep all my dogs stuff on a private group which you get added to if you use my services….. so for any new followers, this is me 😂😂😂

23/11/2023

Good morning.

It occurred to me yesterday that I have a lot of followers on here that might not actually be on my page so I thought I’d let you know that sadly, Basil aka the big dog was put to sleep last month. He had a few health issues that we were managing but then we discovered a tumour in his throat.

I took him home and gave him one last great day. Chocolate brownies, steak and smash and a naughty Macdonalds.

I’m struggling without him but I was the right call at the right time.

💔💔💔

15/05/2023

Just gave the big fella a good brush using Dr.Doggyuk spray & go fur protector. Started by evenly spraying him, then gave him a good brush. He smells lovely and he’s all shiny. These are all great products, I highly recommended them.

06/04/2023

Thank you OG Ted, Lara, Frankie, Elsie & Bailey for the Easter treats and cards xx

08/01/2023

Hello followers!!! I know it looks like this page isn’t used anymore but that’s not the case. I have a private group with my dogs humans on it. That’s the only place you’ll see Emma’s ark dogs on, just for security purposes.

Good news is that I will be taking on new dogs this year as long as they meet certain requirements. For example all dogs much be neutered male and female unless they are too young but that can be discussed individually.

Hope 2023 is kind to you all and brings you good health. I look forward to meeting new humans and dogs this year.

This is me and my basil, he’s 11 years young this year. 🐾❤️🐾

21/09/2022

Good morning all. Last month I started using some products from Dr.Doggyuk, well life got a little busy but I’m going to get back to it now.

So next product review is the “bedding & laundry protector” you’re going to love this. I actually used it twice once on its own and the other time with some scent boosters.

The product is great, you need such a small amount and the bed came out without any dog smell, which is amazing when I used such a little amount. Less packaging and fewer chemicals. Will definitely appeal to those wanting to do a little extra for the environment.

10/10 for this one! Dr.Doggyuk

12/08/2022

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12/08/2022

So my little mate Mr H had a very special date today. He was the guest of honour at his humans wedding. We nipped over so he could get in on a photo (these will follow).

Before we went we made him look and smell all handsome. We used Dr Doggy’s spray & go fur protector. The smell is lovely (baby powder) and his coat was super shiny. Definitely recommend this product. You don’t even need that much. Take a look for yourselves ❤️🐾🐶 Dr.Doggyuk

12/08/2022

This little man has somewhere very special to be at 2pm!! ❤️❤️❤️

11/08/2022

Exciting stuff!! I’ve been given some products to try out. I’m already impressed by packaging, scent, environmentally friendly, locally created and made in the UK, this is before I’ve even sampled them yet!!

I’m going to be trying them all over the next week or so and I’ll keep you updated.

03/08/2022

It always makes me laugh when dogs arrive with shampoo & towels! Unless The little buggers roll in something nasty they aren’t getting bathed 😂! You’ll never read in one of my reviews “dog came back nice and clean”. This is Miss T’s bath water after a week at Emma’s Ark 😂😱😂😱

20/07/2022

The new packing standard when sorting out your dogs luggage or over night bag for its holiday at Emma’s Ark.

Dog food & treats for dog ✅
Food & snacks for human ✅
Marks & sparks chicken for dog & human ✅

😂🐾😂🐾😂🐾😂

05/07/2022

I have a pack walking space coming up for lunch times Monday to Friday, I’m the hamworthy, Upton, Poole, Corfe Mullen area.

Dog must be neutered if old enough or planning to neuter at the appropriate age!

The space will be from August/September but want to start meet and greets through July. Please pm this page for further information!

Only sociable dogs who can go off lead will be considered🐾🐾🐾🐾

Picture: my own dogs ❤️

31/03/2022

Looking for something to keep your dog occupied… I can’t recommend staglers enough 👍🏼

“The service you get from John and the team is first class. Nothing is too much trouble and they are always on hand to help with questions you may have when ordering with them.”

https://www.staglers.co.uk/good-advice-from-stagers-john/

26/03/2022

I’ve been thinking about posting this for a while and I figured sod it, let’s get my point across!

As dog walkers we walk a lot of dogs, 1 can walk up to 6 dogs on my insurance and I do this every day. We don’t earn loads of money, we drive around a lot and rinse fuel like there’s no tomorrow. We do it for the love of dogs, we struggle to say “no” to people because we want the best for the dogs we’ve got to know and come to love.

When we walk 6 dogs we are not doing anything wrong. If you have an issue with it you are well within your rights to walk the other way as we try to do if we can. You do not need to pass judgment or make snide comments. If you get upset by being told to “f**k off” then there’s another reason to just mind your own business. If my dogs are leaving you and yours alone then leave us alone. We are not doing anything wrong!!

Think before you call the dog warden! Think about the actual issues they need to deal with. Dog neglect, dog attacks on people and other dogs, unlicensed breeding with bi***es bred time and time again. Look and the recent case where a child was killed by a dog that had been in its home for a week. Dogs being sold on irresponsibly and not given time to settle and decompress. All things our local dog wardens need to get involved with. Animal welfare issues. Think before you waste their time and mine. Also if you must call at least try and tell the truth, don’t make up things that didn’t happen to justify your call.

Last month a dear friend of mine had to look for a new dog Walker to help her out. Her one could not take the amount of grief he was getting purely due to the amount of dogs he was waking! He’s stopped doing a job he loved because people couldn’t keep their opinions to themselves. Just stop.

The harder it becomes to find a decent dog Walker the more dogs are going to be left with welfare issues. Live and let live, you’ve heard the news right? You know what terrible things are happening in the world right?

I’m sure that those that pass judgment and make these ridiculous calls are a minority and don’t need a dog Walker and has never needed one. Well situations change. Finances change. Able bodied people change. Friends and family that help can change. If any of these changes happen to you let’s hope there’s still some decent dog walkers out there to help and support you. Every morning I go and see an elderly man and his dog to check on them and give the dog insulin, Poo pick the garden, clean bowls, make coffee and just help out. No money exchanges hands for this, I do it because no one else does and they are struggling.

So before you waste the dog wardens time “with there’s too many dogs” when there’s no more than 6 per person. Please think about the real issues of welfare that they need to deal with. Is your call necessary, is it factual and were you kind??

Drop 🎤

Thank you for reading!!

15/02/2022

Hello everyone

Just wanted to let you all know that I will no longer be taking on dogs that have not been neutered. Males or females!

I have many reasons for this, here are a few of them:

Boarding: I don’t want intact dogs in my house, the males tend to scent mark all over my house and females could come into season at any point they do not run like clockwork. You choose what goes on in your house and I do the same in mine. I want all the dogs I walk to be potential boarders to maximise my income.

Males:
* intact males tend to get bullied by other males in the pack, in time this can result in aggression.
* their hearing is never at it’s best when all they want to do is find a mate.
* unwanted hu***ng.
* more appealing to dog thieves.
* more likely to run off after female scent not in the pack.
* more likely to start fights to assert dominance or pack leader status.

Females:
* their hormones attract unwanted attention, this can cause upset and friction in the pack.
* I can’t walk a female that’s in season this means that I lose income that I can’t fill for those 4-6 weeks.
* if the worst happens and your dog falls into the wrong hands you’ve got a better chance getting your spayed female back. If the low life can breed from your bitch and make money you are not getting it back until she stops making them money! Years down the line, that’s if you ever get her back! I couldn’t cope with that, it would be the end of Emma’s ark.

Not to mention getting your dog neutered can lessen the risk of certain cancers later in life.

These are all my opinion and things I’ve seen in my 5 years of dog walking and boarding.

I can hear you all saying “not my dog” you walking your dog with one or two others and briefly bumping into other dogs can’t be compared to walking in a pack.

It’s not personal guys and it isn’t up for debate, this is how I’m choosing to run my business. Of course I’m not talking about young dogs.

13/10/2021

Hello everyone. I am currently not taking on new dogs for any of my services. I’m very sorry! 🐾

22/08/2021

Hello boys and girls, just a friendly reminder that I’m off for the next week having a little break.

Can you please try not to text me during this time as messages might be missed, unless of course it’s for Tuesday 31st august!

Take care everyone, I’ll miss you all!!

20/07/2021

And is some pleasant bird in a white van sees you and shouts wa**er at you this is why!!

It’s too hot for lead walking around the roads!!

17/07/2021

Vote for beautiful buddy 💙

This is Buddy, he is 2 years old. He’s a rescue dog from Cyprus with a DNA test his owners were only able to find out 50% of his breed. He loves other dogs ❤️

14/07/2021

Guys I’ve got a Bailey booked in my diary for one nights boarding on Saturday 28th august! Which Bailey is it???? 🐾😱🐾

20/06/2021

Who can help. Please read and donate if you can 🐾

Weʼre raising money to Rusty the staffy-jack's leg operation. Support this JustGiving Crowdfunding Page.

05/06/2021

I’m having some time away from my diary this weekend I will answer work messages tomorrow evening!! Thank you 🙏🏻

25/05/2021

Some great advice on here

Who would you call if you lost your dog in ?
What would you do if you found a ?
Take a look at our collaborative article with Nicky from the Dog Friendly Dorset Facebook Group & please share if you can, it could really help someone 🧡🐾

https://www.staglers.co.uk/what-to-do-if-you-lose-your-dog-in-dorset/

29/04/2021

🌱 SPRING has most definitely sprung and we've started to have fledglings (baby birds with feathers) dropped off to us here at Vetsmiths 🐦

It's quite common in spring and summer to find young birds sitting on the ground or hopping about without any sign of the parents. This is perfectly normal. These baby birds are doing exactly what nature intended - they leave the nest for a short time on purpose before flying.

Often the parents are looking for food, or watching from a safe distance. They'll always come back and feed their fledgling, so although it may be tempting to move them, unless they are at harm from traffic or cats, it's best to leave them.

The less interference the better ‼️

If you are concerned for their safety, then we would advise moving them to a safe place in the hedgerows or bushes. It's probably a good idea to keep the cat in for the rest of the day too if you have one!

Any interference should be kept to an absolute minimum. However, if there are noticeable signs of harm or wounds, then that's when we would intervene.

The exception to this is for nestlings - baby birds that are un-feathered or covered in down - as they can sometimes fall out of the nest. Only put them back in the nest if you are 100% sure where they came from and they appear strong.

If not, it's possible they were ejected from the nest by the parents. Rehabilitation would be necessary in this case - it's survival of the fittest!

Call us in the first instance if you find a baby bird and we can advise the best course of action - 01202 119988 ☎️

10/04/2021

The big dog had the best 9th birthday 🎂 🐾❤️