The Great OutPaws

06/08/2024

Happy 3rd Birthday to our one and only Professor Cooper 💚

We’ve had a seaside trip, doggy ice cream and a big ol steak for his surf and turf dinner 🐶

Now time for a big snooze to recover 🥳

23/07/2024

After much thought and discussion there are some big changes coming to The Great OutPaws 🐶🐾

Over the coming weeks and months we will be moving into more structured and focused work.

We will be continuing with our structured group walks for our current clients and adding new training services moving forward.

My love for working with doggies has only grown with this business and after seeing the progress I’ve made with some of our newer doggies I’ve discovered a love for more focused training work.

We will release the update to the current services first and then be adding our training services over the coming few weeks.

We look forward to this next step and can’t wait to help your puppies progress 🐶

20/07/2024

I complain about the falls all the time.

About the condition it’s left in after every hot day since it was discovered by everyone in the north east during lockdown.

I walk and train my work doggies and my personal doggy down here and unfortunately, lots of the times I pass I’m not in a position nor have the time to help however, I complain endlessly.

This evening I was out with Coops and he picked three empty plastic bottles out of the river further down so I guessed the falls was a mess again.

When I got to the falls there was litter scattered from empty bottles to a disposable BBQ, no where near as bad as we’ve seen it left but still more than there should be - which is none.

This is probably a permanent issue we face as a community now so my point is: If you can, don’t just complain please help keep our town looking as beautiful as it should.

I share this solely in the hopes that it inspires others that we can keep our home looking beautiful no matter what state others leave it in.💚

11/07/2024

Squad Goals 🐾

15/05/2024

We are currently closed for holiday 🏖️☀️

We return to work on Tuesday 28th May, see you all soon 💚

(We are on day two of holiday but forgot to post on Monday 😂)

15/04/2024

Hi all,

We are going on holiday next month (and it can’t come soon enough with this awful weather 💨☔️)

Our last working day is Friday 10th May.

We will return to full time dog walking on Tuesday 28th May.

We will not be responding to messages/requests during this time so please have all walk requests in for week commencing 27th May ahead of time.

Please note we are also closed May 6th & May 27th for bank holidays.

Any questions please let me know.

H & Si 💚

28/03/2024

Little reminder - we are closed bank holiday Friday and Monday as always 💚

Have a great Easter weekend 🐶

23/03/2024

It’s National Puppy Day 🐶

Drop your puppy photos in the comments 💚

04/02/2024

Just a little update for you all. Everyone’s walks have been adjusted accordingly and hopefully I’ll be back to normal pup walking week beginning 12th February 💚

As many of you noticed on Friday and Saturday last week I was not present in the store.

Unfortunately I was admitted to hospital due to an emergency and whilst I have thankfully been released home today, I’m still very unwell.

In this time Simon has been managing both businesses with the kind help of Georgina and our lovely shop assistant Abi.

So far all hours should be as normal this week but at this point we are taking things day by day so if there are any changes to opening times etc we will give you as much notice as possible.

I’m now back in the excellent care of Simon and Cooper after a tough few days and will hopefully be back in the shop for Aunty Hayley cuddles in no time 💚

29/10/2023

Over the last year or so we have had to turn away 90% of our enquiries due to being at capacity.

We know a lot of people enquire due to our style of walking and working on foundational behaviours. However, due to also specialising in working with reactive dogs and dogs with significant behavioural issues our spots for new dogs are few and far between.

We have however, made the decision to review the business over the next couple of weeks to open up 20 new regular walking spots by expanding our availability for structured group walks.

We will pop a little post up when we are accepting new dogs and we look forward to helping you and your dog develop in their walking/training needs.

The Great OutPaws is about to become even greater so keep your eyes peeled 👀

24/10/2023

Hello Hoomans 👋🏻

I’m back home safely from my surgery/little human MOT.

Thank you for all your messages and photos of your pups 🐶

If all goes well, I’ll be back walking the babies on Monday.

See you all soon 💚

19/10/2023

Doggy photographer business loading…. 💚

17/10/2023

Our handmade doggy advent calendars are now available for pre order 🎄🎅🏼

ITS CHRISTMASSSSSSS 🎅🏼🎄🎁 (Almost)

Pre Order our 2023 natural treat advent calendar.

We are releasing 100 advent calendars on a first come first serve basis. These were incredibly popular last year so get your orders in early!

Each treat is individually wrapped with a date sticker counting all the way from December 1st to the 24th.

All treats are loaded into a mini Santa sack 🎅🏼

There will be 24 different types of natural treats meaning a different one every day!

Get all this for £30. If you are lucky enough to have a two dog household then you can get each pouch double filled and get a two dog calendar for £49. Each additional dog after that is £10 extra.

All pre-orders must be received by 19th November ready for collection week beginning 27th November.

You can either pre order in shop or by messaging us directly. 💚

05/10/2023

We are now closed for our late summer holibobs 💚

Back open on Monday 16th October 2023.

Any and all messages will be responded to on our return to work.

I’m going to miss my babies 🥹

22/09/2023

Feeling like the coolest dog walker in town 🐶😎

No super glue was used in the making of this photo 😂

17/09/2023

HOLIDAY DATES PLEASE TAKE NOTE 🏖️

We’ve decided to book a last minute get away ✈️

Our last working day is October 4th.

We fly out 5th October.

We will then be available for dog walking services week commencing Monday 16th October.

If you need alternative care for those dates please let me know and I can send you a recommendation.

I also have an upcoming surgery on 24th October. Simon will be available for walking that week however we are still working out the logistics. I should only require that week off work. Further info to follow.

Any questions please let me know.

Hayley & Simon

06/08/2023

It’s Cooper Bears Birthday 🎉🎁🥳🐶💚

05/08/2023

Puppy Socialisation - it’s not what it was and it’s 2023 so let’s update our knowledge.

Once you’ve finished my post please make sure to read the post from Canmore K9 Club in full this is massively important!!

We are very passionate, not only about the socialisation of puppies, but dogs of all ages.

We are constantly dealing with behavioural issues due to dogs being subjected to unstructured environments that owners send their dogs to with the best faith that dog care providers only offer services that they have full knowledge of.

Dog socialisation isn’t throwing 5-10 dogs into a room off lead and letting them work it out for themselves it’s slow and managed introductions over time.

Our group walks take months to put together and these are adult dogs never mind puppies that are learning how to dog!!

Structured dog services are the only services we will ever provide and we don’t take on clients that we can’t manage and help further.

It’s 2023. Let’s do better for our dogs.

THE IMPORTANCE OF THOUGHTFUL PUPPY SOCIALISATION: why I’m cautious about sending puppies to socialisation parties.

This is going to be a long one, so please bear with me. If you have a puppy or are planning on getting one, then this is definitely worth a read!!!

I have recently seen an increase in “puppy socialisation parties” within my local area, usually advertised by doggy day cares or dog walkers.

When it comes to puppy socialisation parties, I believe it is essential to approach them with caution. While the concept of allowing puppies to interact with one another is enticing, there are a few reasons why you should be pursuing alternative socialisation methods:

1. Overstimulation and Fear: socialisation parties can be overwhelming for young puppies. The large number of unfamiliar dogs and people in a confined place will likely lead to overstimulation and sometimes even fear, which will negatively impact your puppy’s early experiences with socialisation.
2. Uncontrolled behaviour: socialisation parties usually guarantee an uncontrolled environment, increasing the risk of improper or aggressive interactions among puppies. This will lead to negative associations with other dogs, causing possible behavioural problems as your puppy develops.
3. Inadequate supervision: while some socialisation parties might claim to have supervision, it can be challenging for the organisers to monitor every interaction closely. This lack of individualised supervision could lead to missed signs of stress or discomfort from your puppy.
4. Difference in play styles: not all puppies have the same play styles. Some may be more reserved, while others might be exuberantly playful. Without careful observation and consideration of each puppy’s unique personality, misunderstandings or conflicts could arise. Puppies also lack boundaries and don’t have any understanding of healthy play, allowing puppies to learn from one another can teach them unhealthy boundaries as they develop into adult dogs

Puppies have a short exposure period between the age of 8-16 weeks, it is important that your puppy has positive associations to new experiences.

Instead of puppy socialisation parties prioritise your puppy’s well being and individual needs, by providing a more tailored approach that fosters positive associations and lays foundations for a confident, well-adjusted and happy adult dog.

Here are a few ways you can achieve this:

1. One-to-one play dates: arrange playdates with social and stable adult dogs that you know. This allows your puppy to interact with a few selected playmates in a controlled and supervised environment.
2. Neutrality walks: arrange walks with a few selected stable and social dogs that you know. Don’t allow a lot of interactions between your puppy and the dogs, but instead focus on your puppy co-existing with other dogs and people, while also working on your puppy’s engagement towards you.
3. Positive exposure: introduce your puppy to different environments, sounds, textures and people, gradually increasing exposure to new experiences while ensuring they feel safe and secure.
4. Puppy training classes: attend a puppy class that focus’ on correct socialisation, exposure and structure, as well as laying correct obedience foundations.

Don’t be discouraged if you have taken your puppy to a socialisation party, finding the right puppy class and socialisation experiences can be difficult with all the different information out there.

That’s why I am currently working on an online puppy course that focuses more on a tailored approach, prioritising on creating confident, well adjusted and happy adult dogs!

I am currently looking for a few individual clients that have a puppy I can use to create context for my course. In return you will receive first access to the course and discounted sessions!!!

Puppy’s must be between 8-16 weeks old.

If you’d be interested in your puppy being used for content or you’d like access to the course when it is available, please email [email protected] 🐾 🐶

21/07/2023

Can any of our lovely clients spare a £1 to help Stuart raise funds for the amazing Lucie's Animal Rescue 💚

📣 COOPERS PRODUCT TESTING IS SUSPENDED FOR A GOOD CAUSE 📣

Stuart - a fellow local dog walker and lovely customer of ours is fundraising for the amazing Lucie's Animal Rescue

TGOP Raw Store will be supporting Stuart in his fund raising efforts for the amazing cause that is Lucie's Animal Rescue.

If everyone that likes our page just donated £1 to his fundraiser we could help double what he’s raised so far.

Let’s help Stuart smash his target 💚

See link below to donate ⬇️⬇️⬇️

https://gofund.me/4ec1b915