11th October 2013
Training pups - it is so important to start socialising your young pup as soon as they are fully vaccinated - and if you have just rescued a pup from your local shelter www.mayhewanimalhome.org.uk or dogs trust or any local rescue start socialising them as as possible. I like to call my dog classes 'dog socialising classes' because one of the most important factors of owning a dog is for them to be good with other dogs and familar with the public and their local environment!
Last Sunday I held my third dog training session in Maida Vale W9 in the Dog Area Enclosure in Paddington Recreation Ground. This is an ideal training ground as it has the wide open spaces and also three enclosures to practice 'recall'. I also like my classes to be small - no more than 6 pups or 6 dog owners (to allow for owners with two family pets) - too many dogs in the class can be overwhelming to pups entering the 'Big Bad world of Our's and also gives both owners and pups my full attention!!
Gracie the little spaniel cross pup and her big brother Hamish (whom apparently bullied her in the litter) started to learn the 'social graces' of siblings - and that 'mouthing' did not mean 'bullying' - Winston the cocker spaniel was a 'star' at recall and 'Boy' 's first time of the lead had his owners amazed. Boy a border terrier had never had the correction of his mum - or any 'introduction' to other dogs before - but was gradually learning to interact with other dogs. Next session is on Sunday the 20th October - can't wait to see how each dog has progressed - after giving out 'strict doggy homework'
This weekend is World Animal Day - the Feast day of St Francis of Assisi - and the Reverand Graham Noyce of St Martins Church Mortimer Road NW10 5SN invites all pet owners and their pets to be blessed at his church. The event starts 2pm at St Martins Church (two minutes from Kensal Green (Bakerloo Line and Overground) Station and Bus No 18 route).
If you can not attend - you can email animalblessing@hotmail.co.uk - or telephone 07958 950137
Emails will be accepted from abroad -
If your pet has sadly passed away - they can be remembered in Rev Noyce's Blessing
All donations will be sent to the nuns of the Russian Orthodox church in Kaluga region of Russia an established sanctuary for abandoned and unwanted animals especially cats. This service is dedicated to them and all animals all over the world
A special prayer and Blessing will be for the Street dogs of Romania who face the horror of slaughter by the Romanian Authorities
An old Russian Prayer
Hear our prayer Lord for all the animals - May they find food - be well fed and protect them from hunger - fear and suffering - And we pray protect and fight against the inhumanity of fellow man
Protect especially in our land of such disregard for animals especially the little cat who is the companion in our home and the dog who forgives our trespasses with compassion -
Keep them safe as they go abroad and bring them back to comfort us
Friday, 11 October 2013
Tuesday, 3 September 2013
Canine News Update September 2013
Living near the Notting Hill Carnival - I am happy to say the annual event went really well and the clean up was very efficient!! Chelsea my jack russell was VERY disappointed that the street cleaners did their job so thoroughly - NOT a chicken bone in sight!!!
Also Great news - Tessa the lost seven month old romanian dog was found after two weeks AND before Carnival which was a great relief to her fosterers, her rescue and myself and Niz Khan - Rob of K9 Kennels and Amanda who spent many hours and days putting out flyers - and walking the streets of Holland Park W11 trying to find her.
Buster a ten year old senior King Charles was adopted by a lovely senior lady who had lost her own dog a year ago and I saw Buster on All Dogs Matter Rescue website (a great rescue that deal both with dogs and owners with kindness and tlc) - It was an ideal adoption for two lonely seniors!!!
I am working with Winnie a four month gorgeous labrador and would melt any man's heart but unfortunately is running rings around her owner!! We are doing a few follow up sessions and meeting again next week - after more doggy homework!! I did see a great improvement today so her owner is really working hard!!!
Sadly I met up with one of my star pupil's owner last week and was told that Cedar the ten year old German Shepherd had passed away. Cedar was a beautiful girl that was crowned 'Best in Show' at the Maida Vale Dog Show 2012 and she will never be forgotten - such a gentle sociable dog. RIP Cedar
Dog Socialising Classes commence on 14th September 2013 in the dog area of Queens Park Gardens W10 - places still available for the 2.pm - 3pm class for Adult dogs.
One last thought the weather is still warm and while that is great for us - it can be too much for our furry friends and our wildlife - if out walking make sure to take plenty of water for your dog - also leaving water out for the wildlife (ie. squirrels - birds ) in your garden. Don't leave your pet in the garden alone, outside a shop AND NEVER IN A CAR UNATTENDED (cars are like ovens within minutes)
Enjoy the weather, Enjoy your pets and keep them safe!
Living near the Notting Hill Carnival - I am happy to say the annual event went really well and the clean up was very efficient!! Chelsea my jack russell was VERY disappointed that the street cleaners did their job so thoroughly - NOT a chicken bone in sight!!!
Also Great news - Tessa the lost seven month old romanian dog was found after two weeks AND before Carnival which was a great relief to her fosterers, her rescue and myself and Niz Khan - Rob of K9 Kennels and Amanda who spent many hours and days putting out flyers - and walking the streets of Holland Park W11 trying to find her.
Buster a ten year old senior King Charles was adopted by a lovely senior lady who had lost her own dog a year ago and I saw Buster on All Dogs Matter Rescue website (a great rescue that deal both with dogs and owners with kindness and tlc) - It was an ideal adoption for two lonely seniors!!!
I am working with Winnie a four month gorgeous labrador and would melt any man's heart but unfortunately is running rings around her owner!! We are doing a few follow up sessions and meeting again next week - after more doggy homework!! I did see a great improvement today so her owner is really working hard!!!
Sadly I met up with one of my star pupil's owner last week and was told that Cedar the ten year old German Shepherd had passed away. Cedar was a beautiful girl that was crowned 'Best in Show' at the Maida Vale Dog Show 2012 and she will never be forgotten - such a gentle sociable dog. RIP Cedar
Dog Socialising Classes commence on 14th September 2013 in the dog area of Queens Park Gardens W10 - places still available for the 2.pm - 3pm class for Adult dogs.
One last thought the weather is still warm and while that is great for us - it can be too much for our furry friends and our wildlife - if out walking make sure to take plenty of water for your dog - also leaving water out for the wildlife (ie. squirrels - birds ) in your garden. Don't leave your pet in the garden alone, outside a shop AND NEVER IN A CAR UNATTENDED (cars are like ovens within minutes)
Enjoy the weather, Enjoy your pets and keep them safe!
Wednesday, 21 August 2013
Maida Vale Dog Show 2013 date changed
21st August 2013
Maida Vale Dog Show to be held in the Dog Area of Padding Recreation Grounds on 31st August 2013 has now been put back to 28th September 2013.
Judges will have to be notified - and new posters and flyers printed!! Also I have to meet up with the Park Manager of Paddington Recreation Grounds to see which dog area will be the best venue to hold the dog show event in! Last year it was the Dog area (Carlton Vale entrance) and it was an ideal venue - enclosed and ticked all the Risk Assessment Boxes and Pet Business Insurance Public Care and Liability Requirements.
Jinny the Ealing Dog Warden was also going to offer Free Microchipping to local dog owners for their canines and has been notified of the change of date.
The categories will be Ms Diva, Mr Slick, Best Senior, Best Rescue . Pup Idol and of course 'I luv my staffi' - great prizes (for dogs only of course) and rosettes will be given out on the day!
Meanwhile 'Dog Socialising Classes' will commence on 14th September in Queens Park Gardens (dog enclosed area) off Ilbert Street London W10 - Puppy classes (now full) from 12.30pm-1.30pm and Adult dogs 2pm -3pm any queries call Canine Culture on 07949523710
Maida Vale Dog Show to be held in the Dog Area of Padding Recreation Grounds on 31st August 2013 has now been put back to 28th September 2013.
Judges will have to be notified - and new posters and flyers printed!! Also I have to meet up with the Park Manager of Paddington Recreation Grounds to see which dog area will be the best venue to hold the dog show event in! Last year it was the Dog area (Carlton Vale entrance) and it was an ideal venue - enclosed and ticked all the Risk Assessment Boxes and Pet Business Insurance Public Care and Liability Requirements.
Jinny the Ealing Dog Warden was also going to offer Free Microchipping to local dog owners for their canines and has been notified of the change of date.
The categories will be Ms Diva, Mr Slick, Best Senior, Best Rescue . Pup Idol and of course 'I luv my staffi' - great prizes (for dogs only of course) and rosettes will be given out on the day!
Meanwhile 'Dog Socialising Classes' will commence on 14th September in Queens Park Gardens (dog enclosed area) off Ilbert Street London W10 - Puppy classes (now full) from 12.30pm-1.30pm and Adult dogs 2pm -3pm any queries call Canine Culture on 07949523710
Missing Dogs - Tessa from NW8
Saturday 10th August 2013
London NW8
After a great day of a successful Dog Show and the presentation of the Canine Community Cup to two worthy dogs and owners and a successful Queens Park Festival I came home jubilant and patting myself on the back - job 'Well done'!!
Jinny the Ealing Dog Warden had had over 15 dogs who came to the same day FREE 'microchipping event' and I offered dog advice and helped register the dogs. All dogs Big and small - all breeds were well controlled and kept in check. By the time evening came - and I had walked my two pooches - I was ready for sleep - so all phones - computers were turned off until next morning!
Sunday 11th August 2013
I awoke to learn that a rescue dog from Romania - Tessa a ginger and white crossbreed - was missing after one day with her new adoptors. Tessa at seven months - fostered in the countryside - now DogLost - frightened in London NW8. Suddenly all yesterdays 'feeling of job well done' was gone and I was along with other volunteer rescuers looking out there on the streets of NW8, W9 and W11 looking for Tessa!
Ten days later we are still looking - we have had several sightings yesterday evening in Holland Park W11 and have set up a trap But we need more volunteers to man the trap and time is running out as Notting Hill Gate Carnival approaches this week end.
Dog SOS Please if anyone spots her or sights her contact me or Niz Khan or Local Dog Warden or Dog LostUK -
Remember Tessa is very nervous and will run if chased or cornered -
London NW8
After a great day of a successful Dog Show and the presentation of the Canine Community Cup to two worthy dogs and owners and a successful Queens Park Festival I came home jubilant and patting myself on the back - job 'Well done'!!
Jinny the Ealing Dog Warden had had over 15 dogs who came to the same day FREE 'microchipping event' and I offered dog advice and helped register the dogs. All dogs Big and small - all breeds were well controlled and kept in check. By the time evening came - and I had walked my two pooches - I was ready for sleep - so all phones - computers were turned off until next morning!
Sunday 11th August 2013
I awoke to learn that a rescue dog from Romania - Tessa a ginger and white crossbreed - was missing after one day with her new adoptors. Tessa at seven months - fostered in the countryside - now DogLost - frightened in London NW8. Suddenly all yesterdays 'feeling of job well done' was gone and I was along with other volunteer rescuers looking out there on the streets of NW8, W9 and W11 looking for Tessa!
Ten days later we are still looking - we have had several sightings yesterday evening in Holland Park W11 and have set up a trap But we need more volunteers to man the trap and time is running out as Notting Hill Gate Carnival approaches this week end.
Dog SOS Please if anyone spots her or sights her contact me or Niz Khan or Local Dog Warden or Dog LostUK -
Remember Tessa is very nervous and will run if chased or cornered -
Thursday, 8 August 2013
Canine Champs of Queens Park
Saturday 10th August 2013
Queens Park is celebrating Its Tenth Community Festival in Queens Park Gardens W10 and www.canineculture.com are helping them celebrate with a Canine Champs of Queens Park Dog Show.
All dogs are welcome - big or small - chihuahua - staffordshire bull terrier - to strut and pose and all hoping to win great prizes and of course be Crowned 'Canine Champ' All dogs on leads and all handlers accompanied by an adult.
Registration is at 11.45am at the Dog Area Queens Park Gardens W10 (Ilbert Street Entrance) - The Dog Show and Fun Begins at mid day.
The judge will have the hardest job of all - choosing the winners and hoping not to offend the local residents - and thats just the owners!!
Also there will be free microchipping for all dogs and advice on behaviour and dog control laws - this will be from one pm until five pm - so any dogs that are not microchipped should take advantage of this free service.
Every year a dog owner (s) is picked out from the many dog lovers in Queens Park Community for their commitment and care and responsibility for their canine and how they have worked extra hard to improve their pets behaviour - or helped show a good example of responsible dog ownership.
This year are two joint winners - Grace a rescued 'bait dog' whose owner Venetia worked so hard and with tlc and patience turned a nervous dog into a lovable companion who sleeps with her resident cat Joker - who rules the roost.
The other winner is Olly a golden retriever whose young owners sold cakes they made themselves to raise over £80 for the mayhew animal home - a local rescue and came to every training class with Olly no matter what the weather was with dedication .
It will be a great day for all but especially for the dogs and owners
Queens Park is celebrating Its Tenth Community Festival in Queens Park Gardens W10 and www.canineculture.com are helping them celebrate with a Canine Champs of Queens Park Dog Show.
All dogs are welcome - big or small - chihuahua - staffordshire bull terrier - to strut and pose and all hoping to win great prizes and of course be Crowned 'Canine Champ' All dogs on leads and all handlers accompanied by an adult.
Registration is at 11.45am at the Dog Area Queens Park Gardens W10 (Ilbert Street Entrance) - The Dog Show and Fun Begins at mid day.
The judge will have the hardest job of all - choosing the winners and hoping not to offend the local residents - and thats just the owners!!
Also there will be free microchipping for all dogs and advice on behaviour and dog control laws - this will be from one pm until five pm - so any dogs that are not microchipped should take advantage of this free service.
Every year a dog owner (s) is picked out from the many dog lovers in Queens Park Community for their commitment and care and responsibility for their canine and how they have worked extra hard to improve their pets behaviour - or helped show a good example of responsible dog ownership.
This year are two joint winners - Grace a rescued 'bait dog' whose owner Venetia worked so hard and with tlc and patience turned a nervous dog into a lovable companion who sleeps with her resident cat Joker - who rules the roost.
The other winner is Olly a golden retriever whose young owners sold cakes they made themselves to raise over £80 for the mayhew animal home - a local rescue and came to every training class with Olly no matter what the weather was with dedication .
It will be a great day for all but especially for the dogs and owners
Tuesday, 25 June 2013
Dog training in South Westminster UK
Great day for dogs - big and small - from Bertie the french bulldog to Tyson the Staffordshire Bull Terrier - the rain stayed off for an afternoon of walking to heal - introducition of Tyson to small dogs and other staffies - and teaching Betty the pug (or her owner Heidi) that learning 'recall' and being of lead was 'fun'!!
Then darling Rocco the lurcher came in with his new dog collar and much more calmer than he was in the last session!! Good boy Rocco you obviously 'did your homework'!! Romeo the little jack russell was tearing up and down with his new pals until he got a bit hyperactive - so back on the lead for him!! Jasper was trying to find where my 'training dog treats' were hidden - found the 'water bowl' instead.
No matter what the weather always make sure you have water for the dogs during exercise and while walking - More so in hot weather.
We talked about the Dog Control Act , Diet and also toilet training - not that four month old Bertie was listening - until I mentioned ' he was banned from the bedroom' until he was 100% house trained -
Sorry Bertie but your owners are changing the 'house rules'!!
Bailey, Casper and Tuppence's owners texted me their apologies.
Another great day of training. socialising and fun with dogs in St Georges Square, Pimlico SW1
Tuesday, 18 June 2013
Dog classes in South Westminster UK
Saturday 15th June, 2013
Friday was such a beautiful day when out walking the dogs SO why when it is time for my Dog Training Class on Saturday at precisely 2pm the rain comes tumbling down!!! But then dogs have to go out and enjoy the experience of walking in all weathers!! Just not the perfect time for dog training!!
First comes Jimmy and Jasper dragging their owner with her umbrella towards me - then Poppy the little westie who is a bit nervous of human contact - with her bright raincoat on. Then Samuel the Beagle who has incurred two 'nasty dog attacks within a few days of each other but thankfully with the help of his vet is recovering nicely - well physically anyway!!
As the sun comes out between the clouds - Bailey the now very grown up labrador comes bounding up to me and then skids into a 'sit' position - like he just remembered 'something' from puppy classes. Followed by a quick appearance by Tuppence a terrier cross accompanied by his apologetic owner who unfortunately can not stay but will be back next week. A Beautiful ridgeback comes gracefully to my side - what a socialised treasure - one of my previous 'clients' - his owner asks if he can observe the lesson - of course - welcome all breeds - shapes and sizes and thats NOT just the dogs!
Sadly Dusty the whippet has passed away since the last dog training class and his owners have got a new pure white whippet x from Battersea Dogs Home who needs help with nipping the little terrier who has just come in to play.
Dog Owners get ready to sign up - disaster the registration forms are soaked from the earlier downpour - so will have to register next session - Sunday 23rd June.
It turned out to be a great afternoon but also it was a very special day for Emma (Bailey's family) a young girl who is the bravest girl I know - for on Monday Emma will have a big heart operation and she talks about it with full insight yet so matter of fact and so brave - that as an adult I have to make sure I am half as brave and not cry. All of the dog owners in the area had made a special photo album of all the dogs and given Emma cards and teddies.
I know that not only myself but all who know Emma will be praying for the success and as I said to Emma - Get Well soon I need you as my 'special assistant' for my next dog classes
Friday was such a beautiful day when out walking the dogs SO why when it is time for my Dog Training Class on Saturday at precisely 2pm the rain comes tumbling down!!! But then dogs have to go out and enjoy the experience of walking in all weathers!! Just not the perfect time for dog training!!
First comes Jimmy and Jasper dragging their owner with her umbrella towards me - then Poppy the little westie who is a bit nervous of human contact - with her bright raincoat on. Then Samuel the Beagle who has incurred two 'nasty dog attacks within a few days of each other but thankfully with the help of his vet is recovering nicely - well physically anyway!!
As the sun comes out between the clouds - Bailey the now very grown up labrador comes bounding up to me and then skids into a 'sit' position - like he just remembered 'something' from puppy classes. Followed by a quick appearance by Tuppence a terrier cross accompanied by his apologetic owner who unfortunately can not stay but will be back next week. A Beautiful ridgeback comes gracefully to my side - what a socialised treasure - one of my previous 'clients' - his owner asks if he can observe the lesson - of course - welcome all breeds - shapes and sizes and thats NOT just the dogs!
Sadly Dusty the whippet has passed away since the last dog training class and his owners have got a new pure white whippet x from Battersea Dogs Home who needs help with nipping the little terrier who has just come in to play.
Dog Owners get ready to sign up - disaster the registration forms are soaked from the earlier downpour - so will have to register next session - Sunday 23rd June.
It turned out to be a great afternoon but also it was a very special day for Emma (Bailey's family) a young girl who is the bravest girl I know - for on Monday Emma will have a big heart operation and she talks about it with full insight yet so matter of fact and so brave - that as an adult I have to make sure I am half as brave and not cry. All of the dog owners in the area had made a special photo album of all the dogs and given Emma cards and teddies.
I know that not only myself but all who know Emma will be praying for the success and as I said to Emma - Get Well soon I need you as my 'special assistant' for my next dog classes
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