Bark & Blossom

08/11/2023

Here’s a little clip of a recent training session with Shakira!

We work on many different commands during Shakira’s sessions to help keep her engaged in the sessions including: Heel, Recall, Wait and Stay as well as helping her maintain her focus on her handler during distractions!

In this video, Shakira was asked to “Wait”, while a ball was thrown. She maintained in her position until she was given her release word to retrieve the ball and what a fab job she did!!

Well Done Shakira!! Keep up the good work🐶❤️

(Had permission from the clients to record and post)

13/10/2023

Almost 80% of my 100km done for Guide Dogs and we have our first donation! This challenge has been so much fun so far and I can’t wait to keep raising money for such an amazing charity! If you want to get involved there is a link below to the donation page! 💛💛

https://www.justgiving.com/page/katie-hughes-guidedogs100km?utm_medium=fundraising&utm_content=page%2Fkatie-hughes-guidedogs100km&utm_source=copyLink&utm_campaign=pfp-share

08/09/2023

At Bark and Blossom we are postponing any dog walks or training sessions until Tuesday 12th September when it starts to cool down due to the risk and impact exercising dogs in this weather can cause.

Our first priority in any and all situations is the dogs health and making sure that they are safe and we are unable to do this effectively in temperatures rising up to 28°C

Heatstroke in dogs is a massive issue during heatwaves like this and can seriously affect there health and wellbeing if things aren’t put into place to reduce the risk of this.

I have contacted those who has sessions booked with me but if I have forgotten anyone or new clients are looking to join please get in contact ASAP to book in as it is going to be a busy week next week

Thank you,
Katie

06/09/2023

Hello!
So for my 20th birthday this year I have decided that I will be raising money for Guide Dogs by taking part in their October 100km Dog Walk! Throughout October I will be walking 100km and will be joined by some beautiful dogs along the way.

We have sponsored so many Guide Dog puppies over the years and it’s been a key part of my childhood watching all of those dogs grow up to be incredible working dogs and change the lives of so many people!

Thank you all so much!

Help Katie Hughes raise money to support Guide Dogs

06/08/2023

We have our very first graduate!! Red has completely her training programme! She has been an absolute delight during all of her sessions and has made amazing progress throughout every session! We are so happy that we can continue to see Red as she begins her standard walks with us!

Congratulations Red! We are so proud and can’t wait for lots more fun and adventures!🐶❤️

27/07/2023

We’ve had a very busy day here at Bark and Blossom but here’s a video of Max’s heel on our waist lead as part of an early evening session tonight!

23/07/2023

The moment of truth….
And the winner of our opening competition is……

The gorgeous 6 month old Super Cooper!! Kirsty Moore

Congratulations!! Please drop us a message to arrange your prizes!!

Thank you to everyone that entered, please keep an eye out for more competitions coming soon on our page👀💕

21/07/2023

Today at Bark and Blossom we had our lovely Red back for another 60 minutes training walk! She did a wonderful job of starting to “check in” on her own as well as introducing recall to her as a new activity to keep sessions fun and exciting and give her lots to engage with on her walks. Looking forward to seeing you again Red!🐶❤️

(Video of Red showing her wonderful recall followed by a sit upon approach)

*DISCLAIMER: the lead is not pulled or moved while it is under Red’s body, she’s a very bouncy girl so this happens and she either fixes it herself as she’s exploring or when she’s recalled and sat we quickly readjust before she is able to adventure again*

20/07/2023

Well that’s our very first walk done! Red enjoyed an hour long walk with training this morning and it’s safe to say she was as good as gold! With it being Red’s first session we introduced some of the equipment to her including whistles, clickers and our recall line (which she had lots of fun with). She began learning to “check in” and maintain focus on her handler both on the street and in a large open field! Well done Red! 🐶❤️

(Video showing Red walking beautifully to heel on a loose lead)

19/07/2023

Hello Everyone! So our opening competition is almost at a close. Get your entries in by 12am on Friday 21st July (This Friday!!) and the winner will be chosen and announced on Sunday 23rd July at 5pm! Good Luck Everyone!!🐶💕

12/07/2023

Hello Everyone! To celebrate us officially taking clients we are hosting a competition! To enter, simply:

- Send us a photo of your dog(s) with their name and age
- Share this post on your social media
- Tag friends to get involved!

Whichever photo makes us smile the most will have their dog as the first canine featured on the Bark & Blossom Instagram Page as well as winning:

- A selection of our favourite training treats
- 2 standard 30 minute walks with us for FREE

You must be:
- 18 or over to enter
- Like or follow the page on either Facebook or Instagram

*All photos submitted publicly are at owners discretion, as a business we will not post any photos of owners animals without prior written consent*

We can't wait to see all of your beautiful dogs!🐶💕

08/07/2023

Feel free to drop me a message with any enquiries or questions you have! Alternatively you can message me on Instagram (), Email (@gmail.com) or on 07795219810! 🐶💕

07/07/2023

Here is the pricing for our walks with training! Just like our standard walk, all new clients will need to do an initial meet/walk before any walks or training is done with just myself, this will come at no additional cost and is purely there to get yourself and your dog acquainted with me and give you an opportunity to ask me any questions you have!

07/07/2023

Here is the pricing for our standard walks! With all new clients, an initial meet/walk will need to be done prior to a walk with just myself, this will come at no additional cost and is purely there to get yourself and your dog acquainted with me and give you an opportunity to ask me any questions you have!

07/07/2023

WE ARE OFFICIALLY OPEN! Bookings can be made as of the 12/07/2023. All enquiries can be sent to Instagram, Facebook, Email or via Telephone/Whatsapp. I'm looking forward to meeting and hopefully working with all of your beautiful dogs💕

- Katie x