Polite Pooches Essex

16/01/2025

New blog post:
Understanding and supporting a rescue dog.

Adopting a rescue dog can be a hugely rewarding experience, and the companionship, friendship, trust, and devotion of a dog is a tremendous joy. The rescue facility should have given you as much information as possible about the background, health, and any known issues with your dog. Your dog should...

13/01/2025

Each dog is an individual and their experiences, needs, owners lifestyle and support requirements can vary greatly.

To continue supporting rescue dogs and their guardians, I have been refreshing my knowledge.

Happy to have a no obligation chat if you have any concerns surrounding your dogs behaviour.

04/01/2025

❄️ ❄️As we are having this prolonged frost❄️❄️
please be aware of possible problems with dog’s feet:

🐾 Paws can become dry or cracked and sore
🐾 Wet feet can increase the risk of frost bite
🐾 Ice balls can build up between toes
🐾 Road salt/grit can irritate paws
Slipping or sliding can also cause muscle pulls or sprains

Whenever you return from a winter walk, washing your dogs feet in tepid water and drying thoroughly, especially between toes will help prevent any possible problems.

You can always miss a walk or two and offer scent based activities at home to entertain your dog and wear them out. Details and ideas on blogs:
https://www.politepoochesessex.co.uk/post/how-dogs-see-the-world-the-power-of-the-nose

https://www.politepoochesessex.co.uk/post/enrichment-what-is-it-what-is-the-point

Picture from freepik

29/12/2024

For new years eve.

Your dog’s behaviour when fireworks go off may appear irrational, and maybe even at times extreme. The noise, flashes and smell of fireworks can be extremely confusing and fear inducing for dogs. A dog’s brain, as ours, is programmed to react to the environment to protect from harm, perceived or...

18/12/2024

Looking for a toy for your dog that will last longer than Christmas?

S N U F F L E M A T
Recommended by Vets, Behaviourists and Dog Welfare charities.

On sale at: The Art Place, Meadows shopping centre, Chelmsford.

Suitable for ANY dog - ANY breed, ANY age, ANY ability.

Engaging dogs natural scenting abilities, can give many benefits:

🐶 MENTAL STIMULATION - promotes a more relaxed state
🐶 POSITIVELY OCCUPIES - can prevent unwanted behaviours
🐶 SLOWS DOWN EATING - aiding safe digestion
🐶 BUILDS CONFIDENCE - reduces anxiety with nervous

Easy to use - just add treats and/or usual kibble
Handmade using robust, upcycled fleece material on a sturdy rubber mat.

10/12/2024

Many of us like that that our dogs 'protect' the home, but with lots of deliveries this time of year it can get annoying.
It can also have negative consequences, not only on your dogs overall behaviour, but legally if they 'catch' someone.
The link below is to a free webinar to control this behaviour.
I'm sure Mike will thank you :)

Protecting your postie | Blue Cross https://www.bluecross.org.uk/protecting-your-postie

08/12/2024

I will be at the Christmas fair at East Hanningfield Village Hall – CM3 8AE

Sunday December 15th – 2 o’clock to 4 o’clock

Pop along for a chat on anything doggy or some Christmas cheer.

Selling Snuffle mats, Snuffle balls, Licki Mats, Puzzle bowls & Treat pouches

Lots of Christmas themed stalls and shopping, bar, raffle and donkeys!
All funds for East Hanningfield Primary School

01/12/2024

🎄 🎁 🎊 Christmas is coming! 🎄 🎁 🎊

To help your dog cope and prevent any behaviour problems, please see support ideas in blog.

Wishing you all a happy, waggy Christmas and a healthy calm new year.

Christmas and the build up to the day can be a whirlwind of activity and excitement, but for dogs it can be a stressful and even dangerous time.Having some plans in place can avoid any behaviour problems or a Vet visit. If you would like your dog to wear a Christmas outfit, they will need positive t...

09/11/2024

New blog post.
Supporting older dogs.

Watching your dog grow old is never easy, but with the right type of care and support you can help them stay happy and healthy.When is a dog considered senior.A dog’s breed and/or size generally guides when a dog is classed as senior: Dogs less than 10 pounds - 9-11 years – Toy or miniature bree...

06/11/2024

All and any feedback is greatly appreciated. 🤗

01/11/2024

Autumn love 🥰for an Autumn girl 🍁
Lula will be 13 in December and has been a much treasured home boarder with me for 10 years.
A little slower with arthritis now, but this is managed well with medication from vet and herbal supplements, she is as loving and gentle as ever. 🤗
If you want any advice supporting your elderly dog in their autumn years, get in touch.

27/10/2024

New blog post - Helping your dog cope with fireworks.

Your dog’s behaviour when fireworks go off may appear irrational, and maybe even at times extreme. The noise, flashes and smell of fireworks can be extremely confusing and fear inducing for dogs. A dog’s brain, as ours, is programmed to react to the environment to protect from harm, perceived or...

22/10/2024

Dog training and/or behaviour support is an unregulated industry, and it can be difficult to find a suitable professional for you and your dog.

The Charter can offer some reassurance that the professional displaying the badge will offer the most modern, scientifically proven, positive methodology, when working with you and your dog.

I am proud to be a member of two governing organisations that vigorously ensure their members adhere to these guidelines.

For further information: https://dogcharter.uk/

21/10/2024

Proud to be able to support staff, volunteers, adopters and fosterers. 🤗

🌟 ¡Un enorme agradecimiento a Clare de Polite Pooches por su generosa donación de arneses, correas y más! 🐾 Tu apoyo significa mucho para nosotros los perros y nos ayuda a continuar con nuestra misión.

Si estás buscando un excelente especialista en comportamiento canino, asegúrate de visitar la página de Facebook de Clare para más información: Pooches Essex

¡Juntos podemos hacer la diferencia! 💖

Huge thank you to Clare at Polite Pooches for your generous donation of harnesses, leads, and more! 🐾 Your support means the world to us and our dogs.

If you're looking for a fantastic dog behaviourist, be sure to check out Clare's page for more information: Pooches Essex

Together, we can make a difference! 💖

30/09/2024

Well done everyone at the recent Social club for the Unsociable. All the dogs showed improvement in behaviour around other dogs. 👏👍👏
This snap shot video shows two of the dogs that in the past would lunge aggressively at other dogs on sight.
Now, with support from owners, they are able to remain calmer, look away and 'check in' with handlers, at a managed distance.
A brilliant start to improving behaviour 🌟

29/09/2024

2024 Autumn Second Session – 19th & 26th October and 2nd & 9th November inclusive.

Working with you and your dog - force free, positive, proven training and support strategies, with information surrounding reactive behaviour and how this can be managed, prevented and improved.

A controlled, safe and non-judgemental environment, with a maximum of 3 dogs at a time, always on lead, in a large, private indoor arena.

4-week duration on Saturday mornings at a in East Hanningfield with developmental feedback, ‘after club manual’ and free email support.
£100.00
For any more information, please email – [email protected] or phone/message/whatsapp - 07979 44 88 49

28/09/2024

Its coming soon 🎆😬 - Be as prepared as you can.