Tinka's Bloom now trading as Tinka Pooch

13/10/2024

16/09/2024

Good day, everyone! We’re back with part two of our journey with our precious fur baby.
The next stage was transitioning from dried dog milk formula to soft foods, chews, and toys. We had to wean her off milk slowly over the course of a few weeks. The first step was mixing puppy kibble with the milk formula. Her first reaction was priceless—she cautiously sniffed the bowl before diving face-first into it, turning feeding time into playtime! After a few more meals, she got the hang of it and began eagerly waiting at her feeding station, right on time.
We also worked on basic training, teaching her the "wait" command before placing her bowl down. She picked it up quickly and started doing other things on her own, like using puppy pads, sitting, and giving her paw—each behaviour positively reinforced. As part of her training, we began moving the puppy pads closer to the door, preparing for the next stage: outdoor potty training.
Around this time, we introduced soft chew toys, which she absolutely loved, especially her teething ring. Our little pup was growing quickly, and the days seemed to fly by. The only thing she wasn’t a fan of was her puppy vaccinations, but a snuggle and a quick play with her toys always brought her smile back. She developed a particular fondness for her rope toy and puppy Kong, sending biscuits flying everywhere as she chewed and tossed them in the air—only to dash after them in a blur of puppy energy.
Then came the day of her final vaccination, meaning we could finally take her out for her first walk! But before that, we spent time getting her used to a lead indoors. It wasn’t easy—she wasn’t a fan of the training lead at first, constantly trying to bite and chew it. We kept the sessions short, gradually increasing the time, and always rewarded her with treats and playtime. After about a month, she was ready for her first collar and lead.
Although there were still challenges ahead with lead training and walks, with treats and a clicker in hand, we knew we were well on our way.
Stay tuned for Part 3 of our journey!

29/08/2024

Share Your Story 🐾

Rescuing a fur baby is a journey filled with both rewards and challenges—moments of joy, uncertainty, and a whole lot of determination. While it can be difficult at times, having the right support and resources makes all the difference.

We believe that by coming together as a community of fur baby lovers, we can help and support each other through the highs and lows of adoption, rescue, and care. That’s why we’re launching a new weekly series called “Share Your Story.”

Let’s build a strong, connected community where we can share our experiences, celebrate victories, and offer support during tough times. Together, we can make the journey of caring for our fur babies a little easier and a lot more rewarding.

20/08/2024

Good morning, everyone! I hope you're all doing well and staying safe. Today, I wanted to share a bit about our journey and how Tinka Pooch came to be.
It all began when we rescued our precious fur baby at just two and a half weeks early. She was incredibly fragile, so skinny that her bones were visible through her skin. But we were determined to give her the chance to live. We rushed her to the vet, where we learned she had a heart murmur. Thankfully, it was manageable with a healthy diet and sensible exercise.
There were people who told us it wasn't worth it, that we were wasting our time. But we stood firm, determined to fight for her right to live. The weeks that followed were filled with uncertainty, but also with unwavering determination and a lot of love. We syringe-fed her with Welpi (a dried dog mix formula), and slowly but surely, she began to put on weight and gain confidence.
Watching her transform was a beautiful experience, but our journey was far from over. As the weeks passed, our bond with her grew stronger, and soon it was time to transition her to soft foods and chew toys, marking the beginning of the next chapter in our journey.
Stay tuned for Part 2 of our story!

Disclaimer The breeder did not mistreat her in any way she just required more financial commitment than they could give,which is why we stepped in.They did the best thing by surrending her when they did as it significantly improved her chances for survival. Not all breeders are bad people.

16/08/2024

🌟 Tinka's Pooch August Announcement! 🌟

Thanks to your votes, our Hamper of the Month is the Meaty Treaty Hamper!

Packed with a delicious mix of biscuits, meaty treats, and nibbles, this hamper is perfect for pooches 16 weeks and older. Whether you’re rewarding good behavior or just treating your fur baby, the Meaty Treaty Hamper has everything you need for those special moments.

Treat your furry friend today! 🐾

14/08/2024

Would like to thank everybody for their support and also announce that our website is live.

We would love to hear from you tell us about the things you r feathered friends love so we can create awesome hampers for them to

22/07/2024

Subscription Treat Hampers
Give your furry friend the ultimate monthly treat experience with our Subscription Treat Hampers! Sign up for 12 months and receive a premium selection of dog treats delivered to your door on the first of each month, while only paying for 10 months plus £5 P&P per month.

Each hamper is thoughtfully curated to include a variety of our best-selling treats:

Meaty Treaty (4-Pack)
Enjoy tasty training treats, biscuits, and meaty bites in beef, pork, lamb, chicken, and duck flavors, perfect for rewarding your dog.

Meat Feast (4-Pack)
Delight your pup with a mix of real meat strips and imitation wings in mouth-watering flavors like duck, lamb, beef, pork, fish, and chicken.

Deli Belly (4-Pack)
Provide an energy-boosting treat time with high-quality meat treats, training treats, and 10" meat-based chews that your dog will love.

Chews Ya Lose (4-Pack)
Keep your dog stress-free and entertained with a variety pack of rawhide bones, smoked pig ears, and grain-based gnaw bones, ideal for chewing.

Bones, Hoofs, and Chews (4-Pack)
Give your dog a natural and nutritious chewing experience with roasted pork bones, meat shanks, and hide products that promote dental health.

With our Subscription Treat Hampers, you can keep your dog happy and healthy with a diverse selection of treats, ensuring they never get bored and always have something to look forward to. Sign up today and let your dog enjoy the best treats every month!

25/06/2024

Important announcement: "we are adding to our hamper range."😃