Furry Trails

21/09/2021

Willow and Ziggy : “The Happy Campers”

17/09/2021

Did you know every pup is unique in their play style? Figuring out your pups favorite toy and activity is a great opportunity to grow the relationship!
That same activity could help with a breakthrough in training, energy outlet, or basic behavior. 🎾🐶

14/09/2021

But who IS the goodest boy 🤔
We say both of them 💞😂🐾

14/09/2021

Hello everyone!! After a very long few months, we are ecstatic to announce that services are once again available! That includes in-home sitting, walks, playtimes, basic behavioral training and more.

Thank you to all of our pet parents who reached out to us during our time away, knowing that we provide memorable service is what makes coming back all the more worth it!

Feel free to message, email, or call us for any questions, inquiries, or even just some pup advice! Thank you and of course always keep plenty of play for the pups at home! 😄🐾💕

02/09/2021

If we want our pups to listen to us we have to know how to listen to them ! Practice looking for small “cues” from your pup at home, like the nose taps, shake-offs, and play-bows 🐾🐶

18/03/2021

We walk, play, and learn as a pack!
Ensuring there is always play for ALL of the paws at home 🐕‍🦺🐾💕🦮

15/03/2021

“Work hard, play harder”
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07/03/2021

Your pups will be ready to play come Spring and we’ll be ready to offer a helpful paw! Be sure to ask about our walks, Hikes, and Playtimes 🐾🥏

05/03/2021

The pups know who play for them. Though we are still very new, there is enthusiasm in the service we provide! And so much more to come 🐾💕

15/02/2021

Tip for dog owners.
If your dog hates to p*e and p**p in the snow try this.⬇︎

01/02/2021

It’s important for the younger pups to learn manners, but so is appreciating how cute they are 🐾🐶💕

16/01/2021

We bundle up with your pups even on these cold winter days, to help ensure there is still plenty of play for the paws at home! 🐾🧤

12/01/2021

Every pup is unique in their play style! While some prefer to play a game of fetch, others might prefer a game of tug, puzzles, and so on. At Furry Trails we make it a goal to find what toys/games fits your pups favor! 🐾🎾🥏

22/12/2020

When a pup gives you a paw, you hold it 🐾

26/10/2020

!!!!!!! This is so important !!!!!!!!
Remember that a pup is more than a cute face with it’s own perspective and influences. The sooner this is understood with your particular pup the better you can make the home !

Today’s the day! You’ve adopted a rescued ex street dog and you can’t wait to get her home and introduce her to your family, friends and neighbours. Before you do, just stop for one moment and look at things from your dog’s point of view.

If you’ve adopted an ex street dog this might be the first time she’s ever had to enter a house. It’s very common for ex street dogs to be wary of entering narrow doorways, and simple things like changes in floor surfaces (rugs, laminate, carpet) or a wobbly paving slab can be very challenging for your newly adopted dog.

Take a quick look at the photo below. Break things down and you can see there’s a lot for your dog to consider and navigate before she’s even set a paw inside your house!
Your dog’s previous experience of being indoors might have involved a worrying visit to a vet clinic or a frightening overcrowded dog pound.

The clang of your metal gate might remind her of a dog trap. The shape of your nice shiny railings might evoke memories of being brutally captured with a catch pole. The smell of ci******es or your household cleaning products could also elicit scary memories.
Whilst living on the streets she had good reason to be hyper vigilant of anything new or unusual in her environment. Many ex street dogs have experienced significant abuse and trauma.

While you are getting to know each other, please take extra care to take things slowly. Don’t expect too much of her too soon.
We get that everyone wants to say hello, but please ask friends and relatives to be patient and come visit in a few weeks, when your dog has had time to explore your home, to trust you, gain confidence and feel safe.

The neighbours and their kids might be super excited to meet your new family member but introductions can wait a while. Explain she needs time to rest and maybe show them a photo of her instead?

Many people can’t wait to take their dog to the local park, but busy spaces and main roads can be overwhelming for newly adopted dogs. Walks can wait.
Please take things gently and let her explore your home, catch up on much needed sleep and if she is ready you can play gentle enrichment games at home.

Even if you’ve previously cared for a dog, please ensure you learn all you can about canine body language and behaviour so you can be aware of how your dog is feeling and what she’s communicating to you.

If you are patient in these early days, weeks and months you will help give your dog a positive and gentle introduction to her wonderful new life.

©️ Caring for Rescued ex Street Dogs 2017

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25/10/2020

❗️Kilt needs a foster hero❗️

One of our longtimers--Kilt--has entropion, a condition wherein the eyelids turn inwards and the eyelashes rub the eyes, causing discomfort. Our vet can perform the surgery Kilt needs, but Kilt MUST recover in a foster home.

We're looking for a special foster for Kilt who can help him recover in a quiet place. He will need to wear a cone for several weeks during recovery. The ideal foster home will be adult only without any other animals.

Is there anyone out there who can help Kilt?

Please fill out a foster application: https://www.icarestl.org/foster

Interested fosters can also reach out to our foster manager with any questions: [email protected]