Dashing Hounds

14/10/2022

For anyone thinking of purchasing a dog coat or PJ'S I highly recommend you have a look at Blingking Marvellous page 😀

15/08/2022

Last day for this lovely young man today as he heads off to complete his final steps to becoming a fully fledged Hearing dog 👏 Milton has been an absolute pleasure 💙

07/07/2022

Please be vigilant, check your dogs paws especially between toes. Grass seeds can be lethal if they pe*****te the skin and travel.

23/12/2021

Wishing you all a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous New year. Many thanks for your continued support. 🥰

05/11/2021

Little make over for this lovely little lady 🥰

03/11/2021

You’re on a walk and you see a dog on a lead. Your dog is running free.

Q: What should you do next?
(Cue *who wants to be a millionaire* music).

Is it:
A: put your dog on a lead
B. Let your dog run over and say hello.
C: Shout “Don’t worry, he’s friendly.”
Or
D: What dog? You were playing candy crush.

The answer is…. A.

Did you get it right?

Many dog owners don’t. They don’t understand what a negatively life-altering situation a rogue dog can be for on-lead walkers.

Here’s why:

Dogs you don’t know could be on lead for 100s of reasons.

They could be blind.
They could be recovering from surgery.
They could be deaf.
They could be aggressive.
They might be scared of being approached by strangers.
They might be training.
They could be a service dog.
They may be a rescue.
They might be terrified of dogs they don’t know.
They could be elderly or physically vulnerable.
They might simply prefer to walk on lead.

In the end, it doesn’t matter why they are on a lead. It’s none of your business. But what is your business is CONSENT.

Leads are a little flag that say “don’t come close”.

When you see them, putting your dog on a lead is respectful. You show the other owner that you CARE about their choice and consent. It doesn’t matter if your dog has 100% perfect recall. You respect the other person and their dog enough to be courteous and kind to uphold everyone’s safety by making absolutely sure everyone is on a lead (no matter how much you trust your dog).

As a person who is often walking a dog on lead for all of many the reasons listed, I can’t tell you how my heart sings when I see someone extend this gesture to me and my pack.

Your dog has no right or business running up to ANYONE (dog or human) without clear PRIOR consent to do so.

You have a responsibility to ensure your dog is in control in a public place. Failing to recall is an offense. It counts as a dog out of control in a public place.

More and more people are becoming brave enough to report these owners to local wardens. It’s not okay and people are using their voice more and more. (Well done guys!)

Calling out “don’t worry, he’s friendly!” is meaningless. It just tells people you know you have no control over your dog.

The next time you see a dog on a lead, choose to be an amazing person. You’ll make the world a better place.

As the old saying goes, “manners cost nothing.”

Have a great walk today.

https://jarvisthedogwhisperer.com/residential-dog-training/

Private, elite dog training solutions for HNWIs who adore their dogs, but are short on time. Based in a loving Hampshire home.

23/01/2021

I would like to share some lovely pet portraits that a customer has done. He is now doing commissions at a very reasonable price. If anyone is interested in having their own portrait done please let me know and I can pass on details. A donation to Parkinson’s is being made with every commission 🥰

31/12/2020

Wishing all my wonderful customers a Happy, Healthy new year! Thank you for your continued support throughout the year 🥰

02/09/2020

If you are late dropping off/ collecting or don't show up for your appointment you will be charged, all it takes is a phone call 😔

24/06/2020

Just a gentle reminder, next available appointment is August 🙈 I am not taking on any new customers as I'm struggling to ensure my regulars have priority...thank you for recommending me though 💕

23/03/2020

Handsome Milo in for his first groom 😍

20/03/2020

Just an update for all customers, it’s business as usual 🤗 Please can I ask that you all present dogs on a lead, I will meet you outside the gates. Thank you all for your continued support and cooperation. 🥰

21/02/2020

Please can I remind you that if you want to book an appointment the next availability is April 🤗

23/12/2019

I would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas & a Happy New Year! Thank you for the lovely gifts, I’ve been spoilt 💕

28/10/2019

New boy Benson in for his first makeover 🥰

24/07/2019

Next available appointment 26th September 🙈

23/06/2019

Great opportunity to have a professional portrait of your pooches at a very reasonable price 🤗

10/06/2019

First groom for this precious little lady 🥰