Scouting for Dogs

14/08/2024

What did your dog think?! 🐶👶🏻

How did your dog cope when you brought home your baby? I'd love to hear all your experiences 👇🏻🫶🏻

Here's my daughter at 12 days old & Jodie. I was worried at her ability to cope, especially as she'd been living a lovely quiet life with my husband's nana before we took her in!

Jodie did struggle with the noise, lack of attention and general shake up of her home dynamic. She adapted SO well considering - I did put quite a lot in place to prepare her for the change 🙌🏻

I've seen many dogs rehomed due to the arrival of a baby (no negative comments please). Due to this, and my own experiences juggling a dog and baby (even as a dog trainer), this is why I joined KAD Kids Around Dogs and why I want to help more mums, kids and dogs! 🩷

If you're expecting a baby, or baby is at home and you're unsure what's best for your dog, please pop me a message 🫶🏻

11/08/2024

This weekend, we've been visiting animals a little bit different from what we're used to! 🐒 🦥

We had a fab time at near Lincoln and taking part in the Sloth and Marmoset experience, even if the Sloths were living their best lives, being hand fed their favourite food without being disturbed from their beds (I think most of us would want the same treatment 🤣)

If you love going to zoos and wildlife parks, please always ensure that the places you visit are conservation centres. It can be very easy to fall into the traps of zoos and animal experiences who are only there to make money and don't actually care for the animals, especially abroad.

Places like Woodside are a part of the international breeding programme and are desperately trying to protect certain species from extinction. It was very clear to see that the care and welfare of these animals were next to none. The staff were all incredibly knowledgeable and had the animal's best interests at heart.

Highly recommend! 🦁

31/07/2024

Due to popular demand, we have added an extra weekly paddock session to the diary! 🎉

Beth will be running a second paddock session every Monday lunchtime and will be collecting dogs from the Lakeside/ Timberland area of Scunthorpe and taking them to Paddock in the Pines for an hours play!

Paddock in the Pines is the only fully woodland, enclosed dog paddock in Lincolnshire! 🌲

A few things to note before enquiring:

This is a pick-up and drop-off service. You do not need to be home for us to collect your dogs so long as you are happy for us to have a key and to let ourselves in and out.

Due to limited time and fuel costs, these sessions are only for dogs in the Lakeside/ Timberlands area of Scunthorpe.

Dogs must be well socialised and enjoy the company of other dogs - these are not training sessions.

All dogs must be neutered to attend.

Unfortunately, we can not accept anyone wanting to join on an ad-hoc basis. You must commit to weekly sessions.

Pop us a message today to secure your slot! 💙

VERY LIMITED AVAILABILITY!

31/07/2024

July's Scout of the Month goes to the one and only Harley & Jackson! 🥰

These boys are our OG's and have been with us for almost 3 years now! Being rescue dogs, Harley has always been a nervous boy and would often be very scared and anxious about new people (mainly men) and other dogs. I remember the first time I introduced him to Pippa, and I thought, "This is never going to work!"

But fast forward almost 3 years, and not only is Pippa one of his best friends, he's now friends with Pig, and we're even at the point where I'm confidently introducing him to other dogs!

We've worked hard together, learning what he can cope with and what he isn't quite ready for, to be able to move forward and overcome some of his fears. And although he'll still always have some anxieties, he has come on so far, and we're so proud of him, especially having his brother there for support!

Well done, boys 💙

We love you both so much!

27/07/2024

Happy 8th birthday to my best friend, soul mate, and face of Scouting for Dogs, Pippa! 🎉

We celebrated yesterday, sharing birthday cake with her friends, splashing in the paddling pool and playing with half a tennis ball that Casper found, who kindly gave it to Pippa as her birthday present 🤣

We all love you SO much noodle! The most perfect princess 👸🏼💗

25/07/2024

As some of you may know, I've been studying for the last year to become a qualified dog trainer and in true Alex style, I left everything until the last minute to submit my work (as apparently getting dangerously close to a deadline fills me with enough adrenaline to get stuff done 😅🤦🏼‍♀️)

But, I'm very, very happy to announce that I am officially an accredited dog trainer with the ABTC, meeting the highest of standards in dog welfare, using science based, kind and force free methods! 🎉

I want to say a HUGE thank you to those of you who have offered yourselves and your dogs for me to use for my homework over the last year, and especially those who took the time to be a part of my practical assessment! It was all worth it in the end! 💙

🥳New full member! 🥳
Please join us in congratulating the wonderful Alex Muse from Scouting for Dogs on passing her PACT assessments and becoming an Animal Training Instructor accredited with The Animal Behaviour and Training Council

"Having started my canine career working in dog rescue back in 2017, I saw some of the best dogs walk through the doors to be rehomed. I desperately wanted to expand my knowledge and experience further to be able to help owners and their dogs, to avoid families being in the position where they felt their only option was to rehome.

Sadly, it was often the case of aversive methods being used which would escalate a dogs behaviour rather than nurture them. Which in turn, would end with them looking for a new home.

I was drawn towards studying with PACT as their ethics are in line with my own, and only operate using science based, kind and force-free methods. I loved that the course was a mixture of both theory and practical and I'm proud to have achieved full accreditation with PACT and the ABTC! "

18/07/2024

Happy second anniversary to Beth!! 🎉

I honestly can not believe it's been 2 years since you joined the Scouting for Dogs family! 💙

Thank you for everything you do for the dogs and helping me grow this little business inch by inch!

We all love and appreciate you a lot! Here's to many more years 🤞😁

13/07/2024

Did someone say it's the WEEKEND?! 🎉

Belle says, "Happy Saturday!"

Hope you all have a fabulous weekend (even if the weather is yuck!)

12/07/2024

Please share this far and wide and help get little Tilly back home where she needs to be 💔 Let's make her too hot to handle!!

**UPDATE

Tilly has been found!

We are delighted to share that Tilly has been found. She’s currently being monitored at the vets and is being very well looked after. Thank you to every single one of you who shared our post or sent us information to help find her. 💚

⚠️🚨 One of our dogs was stolen last night🚨⚠️

Tilly is a small, black, wire-haired Terrier. She’s 8 years old, and was last seen wearing a collar with a Jerry Green Dog Rescue ID tag attached. She’s microchipped, and registered with us. Tilly was in her foster carer’s car, which was stolen at around 5pm last night from Ortongate Shopping Centre in Peterborough.

We’re worried sick about Tilly, and are keen for her safe return. If you think you’ve seen her, or have any information that could lead to her recovery, please contact us immediately. Please share 💚

30/06/2024

We are so, so proud to give one of our OG Scouts, Luna, our Scout of the Month title for June! 😍

I originally started walking Luna in 2021 when Scouting for Dogs first began, and Beth has had the pleasure of Luna's company since 2022!

Luna has always struggled with meeting other dogs on walks and wasn't always able to pass them without lunging and barking, but sadly, her reactivity got much worse over time.

After taking part in Better Nature Dog Training 6 week, reactive dog class, Luna has well and truly turned a huge corner, and it most certainly hasn't gone unnoticed!

From being walked in quiet, open fields, Beth is now able to explore a little further with Luna and take her to new places without the fear of bumping into other dogs! 👏

Huge well done to Luna and Luna's family for putting in the hard work, time, and dedication to Luna's training. You've all absolutely smashed it 💙

28/06/2024

Well, look at this little ball of scrumptiousness! 🥹

I think that face is going to be causing some mischief soon, and we can't wait to be a part of that 🤣

Welcome to the gang, baby Bella!

24/06/2024

Happy 2nd birthday to this happy little squish, Bruno 💗

I can't believe it's almost been 2 years since I first met that tiny little ball of fluff who couldn't even be bothered to get up from his nap to come and say hello to me 🤣

Thank you for all the laughs and love so far. Here's to many more years of your silliness!

We all love you so much 😍

20/06/2024

Sharing our medium / large breed Stay & Play again for this Saturday at 10am!

Dogs don't have to be of a certain size/ weight as long as you're putting your dogs safety first around the larger breeds (e.g. a miniature sausage dog is likely to be stood on or knocked over!!)

I had so many requests and enquiries for the bigger dogs, yet only 3 dogs are booked on!

Please share so I don't have to cancel 🙏💙

11/06/2024

Casper,

You are one of our OG scouts,
So I wrote you a short poem, purely for clout 😏

Today, you are 4 years old, and you still rarely do as you're told!

You are gorgeous, loving, and kind,
Even if your ears don't work from time to time! 🤦🏼‍♀️

You've seen so many of your four-legged friends come and go,
And I can guarantee you are always the first to say hello! 👋

We sometimes wonder what's wrong if you ever seem quiet,
So here's to many more years of causing a riot!

Happy birthday, you little rascal!
We love you so much 💙💙

09/06/2024

If you're looking for a cat or kitten to join your family, please consider adoption!

Cat rescues are completely flooded with intakes and I've seen so many closing their doors as they're full to the brim. If anyone can help with either short or long term fostering, I'm sure that would be a huge weight lifted for rescues too.

Rescues often have tons of kittens of all different breeds so there's so excuse not to adopt a cat!

Go and visit Cat-titude n Whiskers today!
🐱💛

07/06/2024

I know I'm biased, but our Scouts are the most precious, beautiful angels 😇💙
.. like butter wouldn't melt 🤣

06/06/2024

A little bit last minute, but would anyone fancy a Stay & Play on Saturday morning? 🌞

All dogs MUST be comfortable and happy to socialise with other dogs off-lead, in an enclosed environment.

This is NOT a training session or a chance to socialise nervous dogs (although this is something we will specifically look into in the future).

Please message the page to book! 🐶🌲

04/06/2024

HAPPY 3rd BIRTHDAY TO OUR BEAUTIFUL SCOUT, KODA!! 🥳🎂

Koda's birthday fell on our Tuesday paddock play, so Beth threw Koda her own birthday party with all of her best doggy friends (minus Hugo who is enjoying his holibobs) 😍

We hope you've had the best day, Koda!

01/06/2024

So here we have May's Scout of the Month!

The one & and only Ted Meister!

Now Ted definitely has a personality 🤣 he's cheeky, mischievous, and all the things that make terriers great!!

We recently changed his normal paddock group, and I'm so proud of how quickly he has settled with his new friends!

He now runs riot every Friday and gets all the dogs involved in his antics (especially his best friend, Casper!) and he knows how to start a party 🤣 but we wouldn't have it any other way!

Well done, Ted! Never change 💙

18/05/2024

Just wanted to say a huge thank you to Hannah from Pooch-tastick Mobile Dog Grooming

Yesterday, Pippa & Pig had their teeth cleaned by Hannah, and the results speak for themselves! 🤩

Hannah was so patient and gentle with both dogs, especially Pippa, who hates any form of grooming, nail cutting, and teeth brushing.. so that was fun 🤣😅 but we gave her plenty of breaks and managed to leave her with healthier teeth!

Pig was the perfect client, and look at those results!!! I'm so impressed 😍

I highly recommend Hannah for any of your dogs' grooming needs!

13/05/2024

Today consisted of cool dips in the stream, woodland paddock play, home visits, and good naps 😴

We're enjoying the sun whilst it lasts! 🌧

05/05/2024

We hope you're all having a lovely and relaxing Bank Holiday weekend and enjoying the weather 🌞

We've certainly enjoyed being outside more this week, that's for sure! Let's hope the blue skies stick around for a little while longer 😅🙏

28/04/2024

Doesn't it feel like Groundhog Day at the moment?! Same rain, different day!!! 🌧 🥱

I don't know about you, but I am absolutely sick of it, and there wasn't a chance i was taking the girls out in it this morning!

So off we went to Tilly's Enrichment Rooms to check out their seaside room instead! I think Pippa & Pig approved of my decision!

The perfect rainy day activity! ⛱️

23/04/2024

These two gorgeous boys shared a birthday yesterday, and what a way to celebrate with a Scouting for Dogs walk! 🐾

Happy 2nd birthday to Cooper, and happy 6th birthday to Odin! 🥳

💙💙💙

21/04/2024

I'm getting really terrible at posting recently, so here's some of our gorgeous Scouts from the last couple of weeks 😍💙

How lucky are we getting to look at these gorgeous faces every week?!

11/04/2024

Pippa didn't get the Blue Steel memo. She's more of a *cheese* kinda gal 😏📷