Hound & About

27/10/2023

27/10/2023

Ryders Dogglebox has arrived thank you she loves it

22/10/2023

Thank you to LogoMeUp for a great job on supplying and printing the Hound & About Uniform I highly recommend this company amazing customer service and communication thank you Mark and your team

20/10/2023

Hey Guys please vote for Spaniel Aid/Spaniel Aid Uk they do such a great job for theses lil guys and girls

https://mygivingcircle.org/spaniel-aid-uk

Hello Stanley here

Unhappy spaniel here, the puddy chats are in front (again) ☹️keep those votes rolling in please.

Love Stanley Albert, right I’m off to have another brain storming session with foster Alfie to see if we can think of a way to get more people to vote🐾🐾

19/10/2023

Basil the beautiful sprocker

19/10/2023

Ryder and Basil and a walk together

19/10/2023

Welcome to Hound & About Basil

13/10/2023

Some very useful information regarding service dogs especially if one comes up to you unaccompanied

5 Steps To Follow If A Service Dog Approaches You Without Their Owner
service dog
Step 1: Remain Calm and Approach Carefully
The first instinct when approached by a service dog without its owner might be to panic or become apprehensive. However, it’s crucial to remain calm and composed. Sudden movements or loud noises can startle the dog, potentially escalating the situation.
Approach the dog slowly, using a gentle and reassuring tone to communicate your non-threatening intentions. Remember, service dogs are trained to be responsive to commands from their owners, so your demeanor should reflect that of a friend rather than a threat.
Step 2: Check for Identification
Before taking any further steps, it’s important to ascertain whether the dog is indeed a service dog. Most service dogs wear a vest or harness that indicates their role, along with identification tags.
Look for any information that might provide contact details for the owner or the organization that trained the dog. If you’re unable to find any identification, proceed with the assumption that the dog is in need of assistance.
Step 3: Assess the Dog’s Behavior
Observe the behavior of the dog. Is it agitated, distressed, or seemingly lost? A well-trained service dog is unlikely to approach strangers unless there’s an issue.
If the dog appears anxious, is whining, pacing, or seems to be attempting to lead you somewhere, it’s possible that its owner might be in trouble. Trust the dog’s instincts—it has likely been trained to seek help when necessary.
Step 4: Attempt to Locate the Owner
Once you’re reasonably certain that the service dog is seeking assistance, it’s time to try to locate its owner. Scan the immediate vicinity for any signs of distress, injury, or incapacitation.
Keep an eye out for mobility aids, personal items, or indications of a medical emergency. If you spot the owner in need of help, ensure their safety and well-being first. If they are unable to communicate or respond, follow the appropriate procedures for contacting emergency services.
Step 5: Contact Authorities if Necessary
If you’ve followed the previous steps and haven’t been able to locate the owner or determine the cause of the dog’s behavior, it’s essential to involve the authorities. Contact your local animal control, non-emergency police line, or a nearby animal shelter to report the situation.
Provide as much information as possible, including the dog’s appearance, location, and any behaviors you observed. This step ensures that professional help can be dispatched to assess the situation and provide assistance to the dog and its owner, if necessary.
Why These Steps Are Critical
In a situation where a service dog approaches you without its owner, it’s possible that the owner is injured, incapacitated, or in some form of danger. These steps are designed to prioritize the well-being of both the dog and its owner, as well as to facilitate timely intervention in case of an emergency.
By remaining calm, checking for identification, assessing the dog’s behavior, attempting to locate the owner, and involving the appropriate authorities, you’re contributing to a chain of support that can potentially save lives and ensure that the valuable partnership between service dogs and their owners remains intact.

03/10/2023

Muzzled dogs are good dogs !!! The muzzle could be because they are anxious, stressed, nervous, or even a bit to boisterous it doesn't mean there dangerous or aggressive the dog could be wearing a muzzle for one of a variety of different reasons it is a very useful tool for may reasons including using at the vets. it is a safety tool this means safety for all including the dog that is wearing it so lets change our views and beliefs on how we see dogs in muzzles.

03/10/2023

furthering my CPD and dog, dog walking knowledge

03/10/2023

Furthering my CPD and knowledge of dog and dog walking

17/09/2023

16/09/2023

There is obviously a lot of emotions right now around XL Bullies.

Draconian Dogs Act helps those who are affected by BSL - Breed Specific Legislation and have a free advice line should you or your clients need it.

Please arm your clients with as many resources as you can such as Draconian Dogs Act, My Dog Has Bitten - DDA UK , DDA Watch , Cooper & Co: Doglaw

Also I am copying below Senior Trainer Clair Litster-Huckle's advice on what you can be doing/recommending to clients with XL Bullies or those that may look similar

Clair has written 'At moment we don’t know what the plan for this ban is. But for my clients I am calming them and getting them prepared and being proactive.

Ensure all dogs are insured with a minimum of 3rd party cover. You can pay £25 a year to dogs trust for 3rd party liability cover.

Make sure microchips are working and information on the database is up to date.

Muzzle training.

Behaviour report - nothing emotive just how you have seen this dog behave in a number of different situations.

Neutering - not ideal sadly as we know how detrimental this can be but it is non-negotiable for dogs on the exemption list

None of this mitigates what may happen but the police and legal system will see that you are being responsible and it could speed up the process should your dog be typed.'

This post is purely for advice. We understand that there are going to be lots of worried dog parents out there right now

10/09/2023

Signs of heatstroke to look out for in this hit weather we are having kep them safe onlyhaveyoutoprotetectthem

15/06/2023

Here are some tips to help keep our furry loved ones cool on these warmer days we are having ☀️🐶🐾

With the weather warming ☀️ up here are our top tips on keeping your dogs cool 🌬

12/06/2023

Hi everyone the Dogs Trust is running a National survey so they can better tailor there services to help it doesn't take long to fill in and there's only a week left of the survey
Help us reach more dog owners across the UK by sharing our survey!

The more people tell us about their best friends the more we can tailor our work to ensure we're making the biggest impact to dogs and their owners.

12/06/2023

In the heat and hot weather protect your fur babies, doggos, fluff balls, & Puppers just some guides for you to consider when wanting to walk when we have the hot days

12/06/2023

please take care of your Puppas in the heat
They only have you to protect them !! things to look out for and be mindful of and make sure they have access to plenty of shade and water Heatstroke can and does kill
Signs of heatstroke
Heavy panting and difficulty breathing
Excessively drooling
The dog appears lethargic, drowsy or uncoordinated
Collapsed or vomiting if your dog is showing any of these signs contact your vet immediately ~]

12/06/2023

Hi it going to be Hot today please take care of your fur babies this is not to scare just to keep in mind
Try the 5-second test - if it's too hot for your hands, it's too hot for paws!
Signs of burned pads Limping or refusing to walk
Licking or chewing at the feet
Pads darker in colour
Missing part of pad
Blisters or redness
Signs of heatstroke
Heavy panting and difficulty breathing
Excessively drooling
The dog appears lethargic, drowsy or uncoordinated
Collapsed or vomiting
Make sure they have plenty of water on hand plenty of shade a cooling mate if you can

12/06/2023

yea iv officially started my course so looking forward to doing this learning and meeting everyone

12/06/2023

I am also a member of PPN Pet Professional Network

12/06/2023

My course information and road map has just arrived yippee

12/06/2023

Lovely photo of My girl by

12/06/2023

Sunny days out photo by

12/06/2023

Ryders smile

12/06/2023

Donkey on ya back When throwing donkey around goes wrong 😂😂😂

12/06/2023

This is beautiful Millie with her mum and one of Ryders best friends and who she stays with sometimes and little Jax at the end who Ryder loves to play with

12/06/2023

Bailey and Ryder loving running through the woods photo by