Dogs and Us Connect Hub

09/07/2024

Hi all 👋

Sorry, it’s been a long time since I’ve posted on this page!

Unfortunately, due to health issues I’ve had to change direction with my business plans and am no longer able to pursue a career with dogs and make the business what I wanted it to be.

However, if you would like to stay with us, we are currently working to get Tyler removed from the Government Dangerous Dogs Exemption Register. Although Tyler is an America Bulldog and not a Bully XL, for a number of reasons and primarily to keep him safe from ignorance and judgment, we chose to exempt him.

Now the laws are established and the initial panic is over we want to reverse the situation as he is so unhappy and miserable wearing a muzzle, but having contacted the appropriate authorities on a number of occasions we have yet to receive an acknowledgment, let alone any kind of advice.

With everyone’s kind support, we’re very much hoping that we can raise awareness and get help for Tyler and the thousands of other dogs out there in the same situation.

You can follow our journey on Tyler’s new page (link below).

Thank you

Jenny and Tyler 😀🐶

https://www.facebook.com/teamtylerandfriends/

Tyler was registered as an Exempt dog with DEFRA to keep him safe from ignorance and judgment during the implementation of the new Bully XL laws. Now he needs to be off the register and muzzle free. DEFRA won’t talk to us, so time to shout louder!!

02/11/2023

Remember dogs lose their sense of smell in windy and cold weather conditions, best to keep them on the lead if you go out and double check your garden fences are still in place! Doglost see a huge increase in missing dogs in stormy weather. You can now check missing dogs and cats locally by adding your postcode and distance from 1 - 50 mile radius on this new pet locator

https://petdatabase.com/lost-and-found/missing-pets?ts=1698748779898

Keep safe 🌬️💨🌨️🫧🌨️🌪️🌨️

31/10/2023

Happy Halloween 👻🧙‍♀️🧟‍♀️🦇😈🎃

If you want your free 'No Trick or Treating' sign for your door click the link below ⬇ ⬇ ⬇

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28/10/2023

It’s raining and he ain’t moving 😂🥰😂

It was definitely a case of patience and gentle coaxing this morning.

Lots of praise and rewarding treats finally won!

26/10/2023

Yep, I can definitely relate to this 🤣🤣🤣

It’s that time of the year again where our dogs provide us with enrichment.

20/10/2023

Download your FREE 'No Trick or Treating' door notice...

Would you like to avoid constant disturbances for you and your canine companion on Halloween? If the answer is yes, simply download your printable ‘No Trick or Treating’ door notice.

Print a copy and save it to your own device for use in future years.

This is a gift to my fellow dog lovers to help make life a little easier at this time of year. It is not a marketing ploy – your details will not be kept and you will not be contacted again.

Click on the link below for your copy ⬇ ⬇ ⬇

http://dogsandusconnect.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/No-Trick-or-Treating.pdf

18/09/2023

For a dog that hadn’t been very well socialised and was wary of strangers when we adopted him, I’m always so proud of Ty when he meets his friends 🥰

18/09/2023

It is indeed devastating every time we hear of someone being bitten by a dog and my heart genuinely goes out to them.

With the news and events over the past months and particularly of the past week, sadly everyone should now take this as a wake up call to look at themselves and their behaviour around dogs. When I say everyone, I mean dog owners and non dog owners.

Some basic points to follow when around dogs:

If you are out with your dog, whatever breed, please stay alert to your surroundings. Don’t put earphones in or worry about who’s tagging who on social media, don’t drift off in a daze and assume all is well. Being aware of what and who is around you can help massively to avoid any potentially negative situations and you will be able to stay one step ahead of your dog. Once you develop an instinctive awareness it will become second nature.

Even if you are not walking a dog please think logically. Would you run in front of a moving car? I’m hoping the answer would be no! So, don’t run towards a dog, some dogs will feel threatened by someone coming towards them at speed. Joggers drive me nuts when they don’t slow down or give people with dogs space, as do children running or on bikes and scooters.

Educate children to calm down around dogs, not to run at them, not to race up to them on scooters and bikes, from any direction. Any dog, when startled, could have an instinctive reaction and possibly snap.

A dog does not know when it’s doing wrong, it will act as it sees fit unless otherwise guided. Showing aggression comes naturally to some dogs when feeling threatened or uncomfortable in a situation, and it’s down to us people to read their communications and respond appropriately.

Above all, do not scold or tell a dog off for growling or barking. This is their way of communicating that they are not happy and are giving a warning. I can’t find the original post on Facebook, but I read one a while ago saying ‘would you take a battery out of a smoke alarm?’ and, obviously, we wouldn’t, so why tell a dog off for sounding their own alarm!

By knowing your dog's triggers you can avoid putting them in a position where they could feel unhappy and knowing their motivations can help you diffuse a negative reaction and exit promptly to be a more suitable environment.

Unfortunately, not everybody thinks as most of us do, so it's important for us to think for all and see a potentially bigger picture, and remember that we ALL have a responsibility and duty of care to ourselves and others to avoid any form of danger and stay safe.

If you want a more in-depth chat and guidance, please feel free to get in touch to arrange an appointment. You can email me at [email protected].

15/09/2023

Fun and games this afternoon with the bestie and a bit of bromance 😂🥰

06/09/2023

As we enjoy another spell of gorgeous sunshine and warm temperatures, sadly there are still people who don’t realise it’s not fun for all…..

25/08/2023

Another mouth to feed…. much to Tyler’s disgust 😂

17/07/2023

Ty would like to introduce his new feathered friend, Stan the canary!

When we adopted Ty we were warned he wasn’t good with birds, but for those who remember the Tweety and Spike cartoons, yep that could be us 😂 Ty is brilliant with him, as he was with the budgies!

Apparently Canaries are timid and shy, well from day one Stan has been gobby and full of it, and when Ty barks Stan chirps 🐦

Stan fits is perfectly with our mad house 🤪

03/07/2023

I wouldn’t be where I am today if it wasn’t for my dogs.

They really have been my rocks through some very tough times and side by side, as a team, we stick together helping each other through the good and the bad.

You can have this too 😃

In July I’m going to be bringing you some new services that can help you and your dog, including live Masterclasses.

Masterclasses will have limited places available, so to avoid missing out why not sign up to receive my Help and Support Emails straight to your inbox. Just follow the link ⬇️⬇️⬇️

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10/06/2023

Look after your babies in this heat 🥵

09/06/2023

Two years ago Tyler needed encouragement with food just to get him out the back door and relaxing outside was way out of the question 🥰 now he’s a brave boy 😍

06/06/2023

This was obviously written for people, but it’s exactly the same with your dog 🐶 if you don’t understand what your dog is communicating there’s a problem….

03/06/2023

I always let my animals say their goodbyes when one passes over to Rainbow Bridge, it seems to help them understand that their friend isn’t coming back 😞

We very sadly lost our feathered friend Robbie last night 🥲

When we adopted Ty we were warned that he would try to eat the birds, but after a few weeks they were happily living together 🥰

Ty is such a sensitive soul, I’m so proud of him 😍

Night night little birdie ❤️

02/06/2023

I frequently get asked 'is Coaching the same as Counselling?' and the answer is no...

https://dogownercoachingandsupport.com/is-coaching-the-same-as-counselling/

31/05/2023

When obstacles arise and you can't get to where you want to be, there is no shame in asking for help.

Rarely is the path to success a smooth one without any hitches, I know this from my own experiences!

Looking at the available options and the best way around hurdles may not be easy for everyone, but it will lead to positive results in the end.

Sometimes outside input can help you to achieve a logical plan.

Oh, and Tyler, no I'm not helping you to get to next doors cat 😂and please remove your delicate little tootsies from my plants 😂

Can I help you?

Check out the link to see if my services would work for you... https://dogownercoachingandsupport.com/

30/05/2023

When life is hectic and you struggle with free time it can help to have a source of support that fits around your chaotic day.

With Email Coaching, also known as E-Coaching, you can jump in whenever and wherever you have the opportunity.

It is far more flexible and convenient than traditional Coaching meetings that take place as face to face appointments in a specified location.

Check out the link for more information, you may find it’s just what you need…

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27/05/2023

Don't forget, as the weather gets warmer, cars get hotter!

26/05/2023

When your dog’s ticklish and he knows you’re waiting for him in the garden with a brush 😂😍😂

25/05/2023

Can a dog know what you are feeling?

Can your feelings influence a dog’s behaviour?

Have you ever felt that your dog is really in tune with you?

Have you noticed that as your mood changes so does your dog’s behaviour?

Research and studies have shown that dogs can sense and interpret how you feel by simply watching your facial expressions, your body language, listening to variations in tone of voice and smelling chemical changes in your body.

Dogs learn from experiences and associate patterns with positives and negatives, which will influence their responses to different situations.

Dogs, like people, will react in different ways depending on their individual personalities.

So, next time your dog looks at you, it may that they are assessing how you feel

For dogs, it’s all about sight, sound and smell!

Follow the link to check out how I can help you make positive changes for lasting effects...

https://dogownercoachingandsupport.com/