Motley Mutts

23/07/2024

Play time today ❤️

19/07/2024

In the hot weather today the dogs were walked earlier, in the shade, and near water. We had a good time, and I had to resist the temptation to join them for a paddle 😆

With a maximum of 2 dogs on each walk we could go at their pace and have plenty of time to stop, sniff, and drink. 💦

04/07/2024

I don’t think this little chap is aware that pugs are not your traditional water loving dogs. He wouldn’t care anyway, he’s having far too much fun 💦

25/06/2024

No matter what the weather, some dogs just know how to stay cool 😎

04/06/2024

With no more than two dogs on each hour long walk there is plenty of time for fun and games 😄

17/05/2024

These two had great fun playing together this week.

11/05/2024

Even with the warmer weather not every dog loves water 😆

02/05/2024

These two managed to make the most of the brief sunshine we had this week and had a lovely play in the water.

15/04/2024

“Hello!”

30/03/2024

11/03/2024

These 2 were fantastic on their walk together. It was so sweet to see.

21/02/2024

I know we’ve had some rain recently, but this is getting ridiculous! 😆
(Another video in the comments).

31/01/2024

These two had great fun playing on their walk today 😊

09/01/2024

With the weather getting colder there has been a wonderful array of dog coats on view 😊

23/11/2023

When you love swimming SOOO much any “puddle” will do! 🤣

03/11/2023

Autumn, our favourite time of year 🍁🍂🍁

07/10/2023

We’ve been on some fantastic walks recently with the most gorgeous of dogs ❤️

03/10/2023

From November we have a couple of spaces becoming available for dog walks.

With no more than 2 dogs on each hour long walk, if you feel your dog would benefit from time to stop and sniff in quieter locations please feel free to get in touch.

We look forward to hearing from you.

01/10/2023

Playing tug-of-war 😆

07/09/2023

Keeping cool in the warm weather 😎

We have been walking the dogs earlier in the day, and in shaded locations near water to ensure they don’t overheat.

They’ve had a great time 😊

29/07/2023

Just a floof-ball having fun!

30/06/2023

⚠️ Parvovirus.
Please aware & please be vigilant*
We have seen a case of Parvovirus in a partially vaccinated puppy in The Reddings area.

Three dogs have died in the last week from this disease; two of which were fully vaccinated so this just highlights the importance of vaccinating your dogs!

Canine parvovirus Transmission
Caught by contact with faeces from infected dogs. The virus can survive in the environment for up to nine months.

It is a highly destructive disease with often fatal consequences. Unvaccinated puppies that have been in contact with parvovirus are often the most affected but as you can see from above, it can affect the fully vaccinated. Hopefully vaccinating your dog means that if they are infected, sometimes they can make a full recovery but this is not always the case.

Please ensure you check whether any cases have occurred in the areas where you walk.

The most common symptoms are severe vomiting and diarrhoea, which can be extremely bloody (haemorrhagic gastroenteritis). Affected puppies often become dehydrated. The virus also causes the white blood cell count to drop, leaving the puppy susceptible to other infections.

Signs include:
- Lethargy
- Loss of appetite
- Vomiting
- Bloody Diarrhoea
- Pyrexia (high temperature due to infection)
- Bloating
- Anaemia (due to blood loss) followed by shock

Please get in contact as soon as possible if you think your dog may have this virus as time is a key factor to get on top of this disease.

Please ensure that your dogs are fully vaccinated.

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The Reddings
The Reddings, Cheltenham,
Gloucestershire GL51 6RY
Tel: 01242 700100

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Cheltenham Road East, Churchdown,
Gloucester GL3 1HX
Tel: 01452 535 585.

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29/06/2023

Just a heads up folks! ☹️

23/06/2023

Some of the recent additions to the Motley Mutts pack. We’re looking forward to getting to know them better over the coming weeks ❤️

15/06/2023

Keeping cool in the hot weather!

21/05/2023

Having fun in the sun! Happy dogs 😎

30/04/2023

The weather has been nice enough for a quick swim. I think the strength of the current caught him by surprise though!