The Pet Hand

30/08/2024

My BIGGEST challenge yet!!

Next April I will be running the London Landmarks Half Marathon for the RSPCA. This charity is so important as they help provide a safe and better world for all animals.

Please donate if you can! It will mean so much 🐾❤

Help Rebecca Richmond raise money to support RSPCA

29/08/2024

Great fun looking after this little guy again 🐶 💕

26/08/2024

An excuse to share some of the lovely pups I get to look after for 🐶❤️

25/08/2024

Photo dump 🙌❤️

12/08/2024

Lots of playtime and cuddles inside for the puppas today 🥵

23/07/2024

Any excuse for a cuddle 🐶 ❤️. His little face though 🥹

13/07/2024

So this just happened 🙈. I will be running the next year for the (most I’ve ever done is 10K!! 🫣😬). Such an important charity making sure all the lovely animals out there are protected and treated right. All animals deserve to live a happy life no matter how big or small 💕. I will be sharing donation information soon if anyone wishes to donate to this amazing charity 🥰.

08/07/2024

***RAGWORT***

How many of us struggle to get rid of ragwort in our pasture? Whilst it is incredibly annoying to see those bright yellow flowers spring up each year after year, it’s vital that we remove the plants as they are very toxic to our horses if eaten and may cause irreversible liver damage.
Whilst horses tend not to eat Ragwort because it has a bitter taste, if it is cut, wilted and dried (whether left in the pasture or found in forage such as hay) it loses its bitter taste and becomes more palatable but is still just as toxic.
If you have ragwort growing in your horse’s pasture, the best way of removing it is to pull the plants up so that the roots are removed from the ground. When ‘pulling’ ragwort:
• Always wear gloves and cover your arms.
• Try to pull up the plants when they are immature and before they shed seeds – seeds ripen in July & August and are generally shed in September.
• Ensure that all the root is removed as remaining fragments will regrow.
• It will be easier to pull it up when the ground is soft or damp after rain.
• Ragwort is a biannual plant (flowers every two years) and its seeds lie dormant in the ground so the removal of plants will need to be done annually for at least two years.
• When removed, immediately bag the plant or put it into a container which prevents it from spreading seeds whilst transporting it for disposal.
• Dispose of it by composting or taking it to your local recycling/composting centre. If there is only a small amount, it may be burned if it is safe to do so and away from buildings, people and animals. Safe and effective disposal of the removed plants is key to preventing further spread.
• It is vital that all dead ragwort is removed from the pasture as it becomes more palatable and is, therefore, more likely to be eaten

04/07/2024

🌟 ON HOLIDAY 🌟

Hi guys 👋🏻

Hopefully most of you are already aware but just thought I would do another post…

I am away in Cornwall for a few days and will be returning back to work on 9th July (Tuesday). I will respond to any messages when I’m back.

Thanks and have a great weekend all! ❤️

01/07/2024

Was lovely sitting with these two again 🥰. So loving and give great cuddles 💕

25/06/2024

Keeping cool during our puppa play dates 🥰

24/06/2024

Hi all 👋🏻. During the hot weather I will be offering early morning walks or doggy play dates instead. I will be in contact to anyone affected. Please note I will not be dog walking in high temperatures, and will assess each of your pups dependant on their health/breed/age, etc ☺️. let’s keep those pups safe and healthy! ❤️. Any questions please get in touch. Enjoy the sun now it’s finally here! ☀️ 😎 xx

P.s Jenson is protecting himself from those harmful rays 😜😂

22/06/2024

Cat cuddles 😻

10/06/2024

Love a good action shot 😍 🐶 💕

29/05/2024

Spot the dog 🤭 🐶 🌾

20/05/2024

**ON HOLIDAY**

Well the time has finally come round for us to hike Mt Toubkal (wish me luck! 🙈🤣). My signal I assume will be non existent, therefore any queries or bookings please drop me a message and I’ll reply on 29th May!

Thanks,

Becky

14/05/2024

Just a reminder that I am away next week from 20th - 28 May (inclusive)🏔️ ☀️ . Hopefully most will be aware (especially all my regulars 🐶 🐈 🐎).

I am also away Friday 5th July - Monday 8th(inclusive).

Any issues please don’t hesitate to get in touch!

Thanks,

Becky x

01/05/2024

Yay for some warm sunshine (at last!)

29/04/2024

Best time of year with the bluebells out. Makes our walks much prettier 🥰

22/04/2024

“Did you say treats?” 🤣❤️

04/04/2024

Absolutely love my job 🥰💕

28/03/2024

Loved being reunited with these two for the evening 🥰

23/03/2024

🐶 💕

14/03/2024

07/03/2024

Such a lovely girl 💕

23/02/2024

Gorgeous boy 🥰

15/02/2024

😘

08/02/2024

One of the best parts of my job is seeing my little doggy clients having a great time on their walks 🥰

30/01/2024

Just chilling 😎😅❤️