Archive for the ‘News’ Category
Exciting times
It's always fun and interesting to find out what your dog enjoys to do. Varying the type, length and place you walk can give them new sights and sounds to explore, while something as simple as a cardboard tube with treats or food inside it can be fun for them to tear apart. The world of doggy fun is only limited by our imaginations!
New shoots are coming up!
It is lovely to see new buds and shoots coming up when I walk my doggy friends and it won't be long until perhaps we won't need so many layers of clothes when we go out and about. Not that a lot of dogs are worried; so many of them just charge about, sniffing, investigating and generally enjoying life whatever the weather!
Button up their coats!
In the recent bad weather, one thing that always makes me smile is some of the amazing coats, jumpers and all-in-ones that some dogs wear. There is the widest variety of colours, styles and fabrics these days and I say why not? If the dog is happy to wear it and it keeps him/her warm and dry, I will carry on enjoying the fashion parade!
Happy New Year!
The New Year has arrived with stormy weather, as so often happens in this part of the world! In spite of that, I hope everyone has a peaceful, calm and happy 2025.
Yes, it’s Christmas!
As ever, Christmas has come around so quickly. I have been shopping for my doggy customers and the choice is incredible. I certainly have had fun choosing some lovely presents. I hope you and your doggy friends have a lovely time.
Dogs and their beds
I've recently seen some lovely, comfortable dog beds in all sorts of colours, shapes and sizes in a local garden centre. Now, many dogs like to snooze on our beds or the sofa, of course, but if you'd like them to have their own beds, it's really worth shopping around as there is such a great choice these days.
Fireworks are here
I hope all your dogs will feel calm and settled in spite of any noisy fireworks this year. Some dogs can ignore them but some need more support such as a desensitisation programme or practical help such as an earlier afternoon walk, closed curtains or some soothing music.
First Aid Training
I have just finished my Dog First Aid refresher course for this year. It is certainly well worth doing so that you know what to do just in case. There are lots of online and in-person courses available, so do have a think about it.
It’s definitely Autumn now
The autumn rain and wind are getting going, but the New Forest's colours are changing beautifully and there's that morning nip in the air. Dogs seem to love the wind as it blows more interesting smells their way!
The south’s beaches
We are blessed to be near so many of the south's beaches. I would recommend doggy visits to, from west to east, Hengistbury Head, Highcliffe, Barton on Sea, Lepe, Calshot and Goatee. They are all lovely areas for dogs to have a good run and sniff as well as either having, or being near, a cafe or pub for a coffee stop. There are a lot more beaches to enjoy, these are just a few of my favourites.
My charges
I offer an affordable dog boarding service, and will give you a discounted rate for entrusting more than one dog to my care. 1st dog per day: £20 day care/£25 holiday ...
