Paws 4 A Day

01/09/2024

Thank you so much to everyone that came out for the walk. So lovely to see you all and to have the dogs play and run around together. Plenty of distractions and loud noises today giving everyone a chance to work on best behaviour 😆😄😁

27/08/2024

For this years 'International Dog Day' we wanted to show our appreciation to all of our clients, past and present, showcasing all the amazing pooches that have come through our doors over the past 3 years that we've been open for. All with their own crazy characteristics, goofy personalities, happy smiles, sweet kisses and loving hearts.
For each and every single one we care as if they were our own, love them all dearly and miss them terribly once they move on to bigger things in life.
With the inspiriting words from Neil Fitzpatrick backing the video, please enjoy.

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26/08/2024

**📢 Important Update: New Pet Abduction Law in the UK! 🐾**

Hello, lovely Paws 4 A Break family!

We wanted to share some crucial news that affects all of us as pet owners and lovers. A new law has just come into force in the UK, making pet abduction a specific criminal offence. This is a huge step forward in recognising our pets not just as property, but as beloved family members.

Here’s what you need to know:

🔐 **Stronger Legal Protection**: The new law acknowledges the emotional distress that pet abduction causes to both the pet and their family, and will impose tougher penalties on those found guilty.

🚨 **Increased Awareness**: This law aims to deter would-be thieves, highlighting that stealing a pet is a serious crime with severe consequences.

👀 **Stay Vigilant**: While this law is a positive step, it’s still important to remain vigilant. Ensure your pet’s microchip details are up to date, and consider adding additional security measures like collars with GPS tracking.

At Paws 4 A Break, your pets' safety and well-being are always our top priority. We're committed to keeping our community informed and prepared. If you have any questions or need advice on keeping your pet safe, don't hesitate to reach out.

Let’s work together to ensure our furry friends stay safe and sound! 🐕🐈

Take care and stay safe,
The Paws 4 A Break Team ❤️

23/08/2024

Once your a member of Paws 4 A Day and you would like to add an extra day so your dog celebrates their birthday with their doggy friends, just let us know and we will put you down for an adhoc, give us enough notice and we can order you a cake ( extra charge) or you can fetch any dog friendly cake, buns or party bags along with you. Let them have a woofing great “Pawtry” 🥳🎂🐶

06/08/2024

8-Week Puppy Lifeskills Course

**Exciting news! Our 8-week Puppy Lifeskills course has spaces available, and you can start any Saturday that suits you. No more waiting for the next course to begin!**

**Is this course for you?**

- Have you got a new puppy?
- Is your dog feeling a bit bored?
- Do you want to have more fun with your dog?
- Looking to build a stronger bond with your pup?
- Want to boost your dog's confidence?
- Dreaming of enjoyable, stress-free walks?
- Does the environment seem more interesting to your dog than you?
- Does your puppy get easily overstimulated?
- Struggling with a puppy that never seems to switch off?
- Is your dog ignoring you when off the lead?
- Lacking impulse control in your pup?
- Dealing with mouthing, chasing, or nipping?
- Is your puppy jumping up on you and guests?
- Want to give your puppy the best start to prevent future struggles?
- Looking to correctly socialise your puppy?

**If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, our fun and effective puppy class is perfect for you!**

**Course Details:**

- **Flexible Start:** Begin any Saturday, subject to availability.
- **Time:** 9am - early enough to start your day right and still enjoy your weekend.
- **Limited Spaces:** We keep our classes small to ensure everyone gets the attention they need.
- **Positive Training:** All sessions are ethical, reward-based, and designed for you and your dog to have fun. No aversives, just positive reinforcement.

**Why Choose Us?**

- **Top Award-Winning Company:** Train with the best!
- **Expert Guidance:** Benefit from our knowledgeable, supportive trainers.
- **Comprehensive Curriculum:** Everything you need to set your puppy up for success.

**How to Book:**

- **Call:** 07885520818
- **Message:** Send your email address for further details and a booking form.
- **Email:** Provide your contact information to secure your spot. [email protected]

Check out our photos to see the fantastic value included in this course. Don't miss out on the chance to give your puppy the best start in life. Book now and embark on this exciting journey with your furry friend!

17/07/2024

I have had a couple of messages this week regarding people struggling to cope with the energy levels of their dogs and the chaos this can cause. So rather than reinvent the wheel I thought I would reshare a presentation I did on this very topic a few years ago.

Here at Paws 4 A day we do specialise in the high energy breeds even though we do have a few couch potatoes too 😂 so we design our enrichment programmes to meet the physical, emotional and mental needs of the dogs. This helps us to reduce barking to very minimal, be able to get focus from the dogs, induce calmness when we need to and hopefully send home a relaxed chilled out dog ( for a few hours at least)
This presentation will give you some tips on what to do inbetween school sessions to give your dog a continuity of the techniques we use and hopefully meet your dogs needs each and every day.


A guide to help caregivers of high energy dogs.
Are you convinced your dog is a raving lunatic?
Having a dog with seemingly endless energy can be tiring and frustrating and overwhelming. But it can also be lots of fun and rewarding.
The trick is knowing how to take your dogs natural energy and channel it positively and productively.

16/07/2024

Some recent photos of the experiences your dogs could be having at Paws 4 A Day

09/07/2024

Training Tip Tuesday

Good morning, everyone!

This week, we're covering a fundamental topic: how to greet a new dog when you first meet them.

It’s a common sight – people extending their hands to introduce themselves to a dog. I’m not sure where this habit started, but it’s not helpful at all. In fact, it's quite the opposite.

Dogs possess an incredible sense of smell and don’t need you to stick your hand in their face for a proper introduction. Approaching a dog this way can actually be intimidating, especially for nervous dogs.

So, what should you do instead? Firstly, always ask the owner's permission before approaching their dog. They know their dog best and can give you valuable information about how to interact.

When you do get the go-ahead, stand still and let the dog come to you. Give them the chance to approach you on their own terms. If the dog backs away, that’s their polite way of saying they’re not comfortable yet, and that’s perfectly fine.

Body language is also crucial. Avoid facing the dog head-on, as this can be perceived as confrontational. Instead, turn your body slightly to the side and lower your posture. This approach is less intimidating for the dog and helps them feel more at ease. However, be cautious when dealing with potentially aggressive dogs. Crouching on the floor can put you in a vulnerable position, making it harder to react if the dog becomes aggressive.

In our training classes at Paws Positive Dog Training, we often encounter nervous pups. Watching how we greet them the right way can be quite enlightening – even seasoned dog owners are sometimes surprised by how much of a difference it makes.

Remember, this tip, while simple, can significantly reduce the chances of causing unnecessary stress to dogs you meet while out and about.

Happy training, and enjoy connecting with your furry friends in a positive and respectful manner!

Have a great week 😍
Jane and the Paws Positive Dog Training Team

26/05/2024

Paws 4 A Day have openings for canine students!! 😁

We don’t often have availability but due to people moving homes or work commitment changes, a few have become available. So here is your chance for your dog to join our 5 star licensed daycare school.

If you need help with the care of your dog or they are bored or anxious to be left home alone , then call Paws 4 A Day for an assessment.

At Paws 4 A Day we don't want a daycare where the dogs run around all day long without any structure or routine as we know this isn't going to end well. You need a daycare with structure, a daycare where the dogs get to use their mind, a daycare that includes training, a daycare that offers enrichment, a daycare that offers correct socialisation with people, dogs, objects and novelty and a daycare where the dogs actually get to go for naps....yes, naps are important. ��There are a number of daycares in the South Yorkshire area but ask yourself how many offer the following:

• Events
•.Group Training
• School Trips
• Film days
• Agility equipment
• Balance Training
• Story time or Music time
• Themed weeks
• Enrichment activities
• Scent work
• Training individual
• Nap times
• School photos in your private students group
• School reports
• Qualified staff
• High staff to dog ratio
•.Cuddle time with staff & Volunteers

These are just some of the things we offer at our daycare, theres way too many to list all.

If you would like your dog to have fun whilst having the best of care from professional positive ethical qualified canine tutors then look no further than Paws 4 A Day and visit our website www.paws4adayschool.co.uk and complete an application form found in our welcome pack for daycare. You will then be invited for an assessment and a start date can be discussed.
Immediate starts can be arranged on a trial basis after successfully passing the assessment.

Contact us on 07885520818 or [email protected]

11/05/2024

The pupsters loving the water play at day care school … limited availability if your doggy would like to join us.
Check out our website www.paws4adayschool.co.uk or call 07885520818 to have a chat and book an assessment.

27/04/2024

Just a glimpse of the fun our students have at day school 🐾😍

03/04/2024

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26/03/2024

Remember to Spring Forward this weekend.

In the UK the clocks go forward 1 hour at 1am on 31st March 24
The period when the clocks are 1 hour ahead is called British Summer Time (BST). There’s more daylight in the evenings and less in the mornings (sometimes called Daylight Saving Time).

Does the clock change affects our dogs and if so, how?

Some people find their bodies and minds impacted by the time change, it’s called the Circadian Rhythm and it’s governed by sunlight and our dogs may be impacted as well. As humans, we know the time change is coming and we prepare for it. Our dogs, who are creatures of habit, don’t have the capacity for pre-planning for time changes. They are use to eating their dinner and going for walks at specific times and going to bed and getting up on a routine schedule.

Whilst gaining an hour of daylight is great for both us and our dogs, it can disrupt routines and cause some unforeseen sudden stress for our dogs. Here are some things to bear in mind:

⏰ Feeding : some dogs may appear off their food if they are being fed an hour ahead of schedule. Maybe try making small adjustments in the week leading up to the clock change.
⏰ Toileting opportunities: If dogs have periods by themselves during the day, such as when you’re at work, they may rely on us more heavily during the transition, to ensure they don't have any accidents inside.
⏰ Exercise: Lighter mornings = earlier walks and plenty of opportunity (for dogs) to ‘do their business’ and settle down for the day. Don’t forget, this also means earlier nights, which can be confusing for our dogs so you may notice they take a little longer to settle in the evening.
⏰ Medication: You may need to slowly adjust the times their routine meds are given.

Some dogs who rely heavily on routine may start to exhibit “unwanted behaviours” keep a watchful eye on them to whether they feel stressed or anxious and provide reassurance and patience until their internal clocks make the change. If your dogs do have a set routine, start making small gradual adjustments in the weeks running up to the change.

More than anything, enjoy the extra daylight hours with your furry friends playing in the garden or going out on longer sniffy walks together and for me I can’t wait to be able to start evening training classes outside.

01/03/2024

I am going to start the Puppy Lifeskills rolling 8 week course, you can start any Saturday after the start date and do your 8 weeks as long as there is availability. No more waiting for the next course to start.

Puppy Lifeskills course .. spaces available

Have you got a new puppy?

Do you have a dog that is bored?

Do you want to have fun with your dog?

Do you want to build a relationship with your dog?

Do you want to build your dogs confidence ?

Do you want to have enjoyable walks with your dog?

Does your dog find the environment more exciting than you ?

Have you a puppy who finds everything stimulating?
Does your dog not have an off switch ?

Does your dog have selective hearing ?

Does your dog choose not to come back to you when off lead?

Does your dog have no impulse control ?

Does your puppy mouth chase and nip you or your children ?

Is your puppy jumping up on you and your guests?

Do you want to just give your dog the best start in life to help prevent struggles in the future?

Do you want to correctly socialise your puppy ?

Don’t just rely on your friends neighbours or Dr googles advise

If any of these struggles or more apply to your dog we have 2 classes starting at the end of this month one in the evening and one at a weekend to suit your lifestyle, choose the one that best fits you.

Spaces are limited due to us choosing to keep classes small so that you all get the attention you need to succeed.

All training is positive ethical and reward based so no aversives are used in the sessions and the only rule is for everyone including your dog to have Fun.

To have the chance to train with this top award winning company book now by sending me your email address or giving me a call on 07885520818 to discuss further or send me a message containing your email address for further details and a booking form.

Look on the photos to see what’s included its fantastic value ⭐️

29/02/2024

We are proud to be a member

PDBUK only accepts businesses who are licensed this includes dog boarders, doggy day care, dog breeders and dog kennels.

Licensed businesses have to be running at standards of welfare, training and care. This image highlights the standards required.

Always use a licensed business for your dog, never use an unlicensed business, for their safety.

Visit our website to find a licensed business in your area - www.professionaldogbusinessesuk.co.uk

If you run a licensed business in the UK register with us by emailing [email protected]

25/02/2024

I totally agree with this, what use is it that we have to be licensed and star rated if the general public have no idea about it.

Link to sign petition in comments

Harborough District Council is to discuss displaying star ratings for local animal businesses after it was contacted by the owner of a dog killed after escaping from a doggy daycare and home boarder.

19/02/2024

If you drop treats in the car park please can you pick them up.
We do have some dogs attending school with allergies and this could be very problematic if they ingested something they can't have.
Thank you.
Paul

18/02/2024

Paws 4 A Day would like to help raise funds for Rotherham hospice by getting together a team from our school to attend the Paws 4 A Cause day at Manvers Lake. Karina has already signed up, if you would like to join her this is the link.

Or you can add your donations to our £250 target following this link
https://therotherhamhospicetrust.enthuse.com/pf/karin-donigiewicz

Let us know so we can arrange to meet on the day.

https://register.enthuse.com/ps/event/Paws4aCause?fbclid=IwAR0ec7fResuHGtPYvJwc5fgkWv5FgC2QkVbf7ZLu6-LCszYeUIwIseKnKos_aem_ATs_YqmpJP17lk9ETVjHALL2ljOCpEaJYJbz8DzZlnI-iIllFH78WaedCeqotyvyvEOGXLV1EQXSVFTb3WanpKi7

I have just registered for the Paws 4 a Cause Why not join me...

16/02/2024

Puppy Lifeskills classes starting soon.. book now

14/02/2024

With it being Valentine’s day ❤️we wanted to show our love and appreciation to our Manager and Canine Tutors by treating them to lunch. They of course wanted to use the lunch as a training opportunity.

How many of you struggle with dogs begging at the table or struggling to settle if you take them to a dog friendly pub or restaurant. ? I am sure quite a lot of you.

How good would it be to take your dog anywhere with you and know that you will be able to enjoy the experience not worry about your dog !!

Karina and Charlotte set up a valentines table for them to eat their lunch while the dogs settled on their beds. The girls managed to eat all their lunch and tidy away with all dogs not leaving their beds.. most went to sleep. 💤

14/02/2024

Love is in the air this week as we celebrate Galentine’s and Valentine’s day at Paws 4 A Day. Here is just a few of the doggy guests at their photo shoot.

Give your dog the gift of true love and sign them up to our daycare school today, be quick though we only have a couple of spaces available.

02/02/2024

Do your dogs either go crazy or run off when you try to put their collar, harness and lead on. This is because the equipment is predicting a walk which can either be an exciting event for a dog or on the other end of the scale can be a scary event for other dogs due to past negative experiences.

It’s very important we try to remove these predictors by our dogs learning that having a piece of walking equipment on doesn’t mean they are going out and in-fact they can be calm with them on. A calm exit from the house leads to a dog less likely to pull or react on a walk.

At Paws 4 A Day we are a collarless daycare due to safety reasons but we do intermittently practise walking equipment being put on and instead of a walk we practise boundary ( go to bed ) work for calmness.
We have 2 places available if anyone would like their dogs to learn real life skills such as this one.

19/01/2024

How would you like to be able to take your dog anywhere : the cafe, the pub, family BBQ etc and to be able to chill out and relax around distractions? .

If so contact us to put your dog’s name on our waiting list for a place in our daycare school. We are not just a daycare we are far more.

We have both high energy working breeds from the spaniels, labradors, Vizslas, GSD, Malinois Staffie’s Terriers Dachshund and Collies down to your more calmer breeds, we have puppies and your more senior dogs and all of them couldn’t have done this when they first joined. In fact their caregivers are astounded by how chilled they can be and don’t know how we do it.
Well it’s the magic of boundary games ( just one of the games we play each day ) and the hard work and dedication of the canine tutors and volunteers.

Don’t for one minute think they just sleep all day. They have a structured day full of play with the staff, supervised play with their doggy friends, individual training sessions group training, handling skills, Scentwork and enrichment, training games, other doggy sports and monthly events plus lots more.

We like the dogs to go home not over aroused and shattered to the point they can’t switch off -think of your over tired child, but fulfilled and chilled from having all their needs and breed traits fulfilled.

Any questions please feel free to ask

29/12/2023

High Wind Caution ⚠️
We have personally found and returned 5 dogs in the past 2 weeks who have escaped from broken fences or gates that have come open due to the winds. Luckily for these dogs we were in the right place at the right time and with the power of Facebook got them back home reunited with their owners.
Please check your fences and gates before letting your dogs out… everytime !!

13/12/2023

🎄 The Christmas season is nearly here! 🎄
We would like to wish all our clients old and new a Happy Christmas and have asked the big man himself to send you all a message.

Have a wooferly Christmas with your doggies xx

11/12/2023

We would like to say a huge thank you to Linz Wof and Bonnie for baking and individually wrapping up cookies for each one of our day care dogs.
They will all be sent home with one to continue our Christmas celebrations 😀😄😁

10/12/2023

Be careful where you place snow globes !!

Snow globes have been popular for years as both a cheap toy for kids and as a beautiful decorations to proudly display on your tables or shelves, but not a lot of people know that some of them are filled with ethylene glycol, the same thing that is in antifreeze and some windshield wiper fluids, and unfortunately, it is simultaneously tasty and deadly to your dog. While most antifreeze poisonings occur from antifreeze leaked from a car, there is enough ethylene glycol in snow globes to potentially poison your dog if the snow globe gets knocked over and breaks open.

In order to understand just how dangerous snow globes can be to your dog, it is important to understand how toxic ethylene glycol is. Snow globes contain about a 2% concentration of this substance, but since it only takes 1-2 teaspoons of the liquid to kill a small dog, the amount in snow globes can certainly be of concern to pet owners.
The biggest problem with ethylene glycol is that it has a sweet smell that your pets are attracted to, which means they will want to have a taste. What your pets see as a treat, however, is a deadly poison that turns into poisonous metabolites. These metabolites lead to acute kidney failure and the development of calcium oxalate crystals in the kidneys.

Signs of ethylene glycol poisoning

There is no surefire way to way to know if a snow globe contains ethylene glycol, so if you think your dog has ingested liquid from a broken snow globe, do not wait to see if they develop symptoms and take your dog to the vet right away. Dogs must be treated within 8 to 12 hours of ethylene glycol ingestion, as delayed treatment usually means kidney damage has already occurred and the prognosis is typically poor. There are three stages of symptoms:
* Within 30 minutes to 12 hours, your dog will appear drunk, may drool profusely, and there may be vomiting, seizures, and excessive thirst and urination.
* Between 12 to 24 hours, these symptoms may appear to get better, but your dog may have an elevated heart rate, labored breathing, and dehydration.
* Within 36 to 72 hours, kidney failure may begin to occur with symptoms of severe lethargy, coma, depression, vomiting, seizures, and drooling.
Treatment of ethylene glycol poisoning
The success of treatment depends on how quickly it is administered. Be sure to tell your vet if you saw your dog ingesting the liquid, as well as how long ago it occurred and any symptoms you've noticed so far. Your vet can do a urine test which can reveal the presence of calcium oxalate crystals, a blood test, or even use a black light to see any leftover ethylene glycol on your dog's mouth, fur or urine to confirm a diagnosis. If positive, your vet will start treatment, which could include:
* Removing toxins by inducing vomiting or pump out the contents of the stomach, if within an hour of consumption.
* Administering IV ethanol or fomepizole that prevents metabolism of ethylene glycol.
* Administering a sodium bicarbonate IV to correct acidity in blood.
* Giving fluids, electrolytes and diuretics to support dog's body.
* In cases of renal failure, dialysis may be recommended.

As you can see, it's imperative you seek emergency veterinary care immediately if your dog is possibly exposed to ethylene glycol.

Have a happy but safe Christmas with your pets. 🎄☃️🐾🐕

14/11/2023

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12/11/2023

Yesterday (11th Nov) as we should every day, we remember those who volunteered, sacrificed, served, fought, and died, for our freedom. We thank you, and we salute you as we salute those who made the ultimate sacrifice for our freedom. We will never forget. We will remember you.

02/09/2023

Well today we held our anniversary walk, we were so happy with the numbers that turned up, the weather was gorgeous, the dogs were so good and the cake was yummy. We all had a great time x