Dog Advice Surgery @GrandUnionPetsW9
Grand Union Pets Boutique asked if I would like to use the downstairs basement of their Boutique to hold a 'Dog Advice Surgery' and I decided to do a couple of 'pilots' before Christmas 2013. The 'Dog Advice Surgery' would be where you could come and see me with your dog (s) - have an informal chat bout your pup - adolescent teenage pooch or your Senior (who might still need a few social graces - or maybe just a few tips regarding 'Senior moments'). A nice cup of coffee or tea - an informal chat and a few hopefully helpful tips - and all free - if a one on one is needed then you can book an appointment with me to come to your home for a private training session at a set fee.
The pilots went well but unfortunately due to illness and other commitments - the dates for the Surgery to commence officially were delayed but tomorrow @ 2.30pm-3.30pm I will be at Grand Union Pet Boutique 174 Shirland Road Maida Vale W9 3JE www.grandunionpets.co.uk - and ever other week after.
Hope to see you there
Thursday, 30 January 2014
Tuesday, 28 January 2014
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Eventful January 2014
Well I am back in circulation after the ups and downs of Christmas and the New Year, falling foul of a 'popular virus' that put me out of action for two weeks - and my poor dogs to 'block walks' and 'garden confinement' for any outdoor scenery!! Chelsea my little 'rescue' chihuahua/jrt corgi was by my side taking on the role of 'DogNurse". Missy my other rescue gave me the occasional 'are you okay mum and is there enough dog food supplies' and Kiki my new girl slept glad to be safe and secure inside a loving home.
I started the new year with the 'blessing' of a little dog that was put out on the streets of Greece after her owner passed away and if had not been for 'North Wind' who took her off the streets until she could be safely be brought over to UK by Niz Khan a dedicated animal advocate who spends her time helping street dogs around the world and in UK. My new 'sister' to my two girls Missy Blue and Chelsea Rose has settled in well and with her gentle ways has already enriched my life.
Dog Training Classes commenced 18th January in the wards of Harrow Road - the weather was for a change!!!! - rather wet but at Least it was not too much for Max the Jack Russell, B the lab/cross staffie, Bailey the staffie and Molly from Romania - who braved the torrential!! Five Polite Pooches 'texted' their 'absent' apologies.
Last Saturday (25th January) - what a difference the sun makes and even though the rain fell again from the skies - it waited till the class had finished before its downpour!!
There was the 'teenager' GSD Sheba from W9 who came bounding in the dog enclosure - straight into the muddiest part - till she spotted Oscar the jrt x who was all barks and growls - you can guess who backed down - Sheba of course!! Then Handsome Bassie a Ridgeback/mastiff cross such a gentle boy with a thing about jumping up.
We had Bobby the beagle pup who constantly pulled on the lead and needed to learn 'recall' - Bailey the staffie was back and loved his new pals - Molly and B made an entrance - gradually getting to know Sheba and Bassie. It was also good to see Ghost the white GSD who his owner rescued from an unsuitable home six months after her beloved Cedar passed away. Poor Ghost has a lot of issues - he is a lovely dog but he has had no social interaction with dogs and the interaction from humans before was not good memories.
We first of all walked in twos around the enclosure practising walking on lead and with another dog - then we walked outside in the open green area past dogs off lead - kids in the park - using the 'block' and the lead control for pulling and jumping up.
Then back to the dog enclosure for off lead and to show how to 'recall' your dog - which will we will be concentrating in the next session.
Then for doggy homework to be given out - 'Walking on lead' 'stop' and 'block' to stop the pulling -
Can not wait until next Saturday - same time same place
These classes are Free to all residents of Queens Park and W9 Wards - 2pm - 3.30pm
next one is 1st February at Paddington Recreation Grounds London W9 @ the dog enclosure (entrance of Morshead Road) W9
Well I am back in circulation after the ups and downs of Christmas and the New Year, falling foul of a 'popular virus' that put me out of action for two weeks - and my poor dogs to 'block walks' and 'garden confinement' for any outdoor scenery!! Chelsea my little 'rescue' chihuahua/jrt corgi was by my side taking on the role of 'DogNurse". Missy my other rescue gave me the occasional 'are you okay mum and is there enough dog food supplies' and Kiki my new girl slept glad to be safe and secure inside a loving home.
I started the new year with the 'blessing' of a little dog that was put out on the streets of Greece after her owner passed away and if had not been for 'North Wind' who took her off the streets until she could be safely be brought over to UK by Niz Khan a dedicated animal advocate who spends her time helping street dogs around the world and in UK. My new 'sister' to my two girls Missy Blue and Chelsea Rose has settled in well and with her gentle ways has already enriched my life.
Dog Training Classes commenced 18th January in the wards of Harrow Road - the weather was for a change!!!! - rather wet but at Least it was not too much for Max the Jack Russell, B the lab/cross staffie, Bailey the staffie and Molly from Romania - who braved the torrential!! Five Polite Pooches 'texted' their 'absent' apologies.
Last Saturday (25th January) - what a difference the sun makes and even though the rain fell again from the skies - it waited till the class had finished before its downpour!!
There was the 'teenager' GSD Sheba from W9 who came bounding in the dog enclosure - straight into the muddiest part - till she spotted Oscar the jrt x who was all barks and growls - you can guess who backed down - Sheba of course!! Then Handsome Bassie a Ridgeback/mastiff cross such a gentle boy with a thing about jumping up.
We had Bobby the beagle pup who constantly pulled on the lead and needed to learn 'recall' - Bailey the staffie was back and loved his new pals - Molly and B made an entrance - gradually getting to know Sheba and Bassie. It was also good to see Ghost the white GSD who his owner rescued from an unsuitable home six months after her beloved Cedar passed away. Poor Ghost has a lot of issues - he is a lovely dog but he has had no social interaction with dogs and the interaction from humans before was not good memories.
We first of all walked in twos around the enclosure practising walking on lead and with another dog - then we walked outside in the open green area past dogs off lead - kids in the park - using the 'block' and the lead control for pulling and jumping up.
Then back to the dog enclosure for off lead and to show how to 'recall' your dog - which will we will be concentrating in the next session.
Then for doggy homework to be given out - 'Walking on lead' 'stop' and 'block' to stop the pulling -
Can not wait until next Saturday - same time same place
These classes are Free to all residents of Queens Park and W9 Wards - 2pm - 3.30pm
next one is 1st February at Paddington Recreation Grounds London W9 @ the dog enclosure (entrance of Morshead Road) W9
Saturday, 28 December 2013
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28th December 2013
What a year!! Full of joy, sadness - new pups - old seniors - rescues and lots of abandoned Staffordshire Bull Terriers who sadly end up in rescue homes or even worse dog pounds.
When a stray animal is picked up by the local dog warden, they are taken to a pound where they have seven days to be reunited with their owners or rehomed. IF no one comes forward - either to claim them or rescues to take them they are put to sleep! These are mostly beautiful healthy dogs that could be young puppies or young adults - or seniors - abandoned after years of loyalty - their fate unknown. Some of these animals could be much loved pets that have escaped, strayed or been stolen but the one thing that could reunite them with their owners is MISSING - and that is a microchip. How many 'loving' dog owners - and 'cat' owners NEVER think to microchip their pets and this 'inexspensive' and essential 'act' could mean the difference between reuniting your pet and 'losing' them forever.
In 2016 all pets will HAVE to be microchipped by law - but if I were YOU I would microchip your pet now - take photos of your pet and IF they do get lost, stolen or stray contact all local authorities and leaflet the area to help with sightings of your 'lost pet'.
Classes funded by Harrow Road and Queens Park Ward Budgets started late this year but we had a mixture of different breeds when they commenced on 30th November - Maggie the chihuahua - Hamish and Gracie the collie crosses, Ghost the white German Shepherd - Bassie and Turk the staffie crosses - and late comers BB the staffie cross - Sandy the westie, and also one to ones with the two Romanian rescues. With the weather being its usual unpredictable - 'rainy' and more 'rain - after two more sessions - I decided the next classes would start again after the new year.
Also classes will be starting in January 18th in the Ward of South Westminster from 2pm-3pm at St Georges Square SW1 contact me on 079 4952 3710
This year has been a time when we have had to say Goodbye to our loyal companions - Dear Cedar a ten year old German Shepherd - Sid a five year old EBT cross who was pts after a year of being a victim of BSL - Ben the doberman who died of a heart attack - Honee the ridgeback who died of cancer at the beginning of 2013 - Billy the 20 year old cat who passed in his sleep and finally dearest Kelpie who passed away two weeks before Christmas. Tears have been shed and memories will never leave us but hopefully in time our hearts will open wide with love and compassion for one of the many homeless abandoned animals that are desperate for a loving home - WHEREVER you are in the world.
I hope that 2014 will be a better year for both animal and human - that the Laws will PROTECT our animals AND not (like BSL) destroy them. That we will continue our fight to keep the Ban on Fox Hunting - to stop the puppy mills - the factory farming - and IF our Government continue to do BUSINESS with china THEY will Campaign to stop the illegal trading of both the meat trade and the 'poaching of the wildlife' Enjoy your NEW year and keep yourselves and your pets safe -
What a year!! Full of joy, sadness - new pups - old seniors - rescues and lots of abandoned Staffordshire Bull Terriers who sadly end up in rescue homes or even worse dog pounds.
When a stray animal is picked up by the local dog warden, they are taken to a pound where they have seven days to be reunited with their owners or rehomed. IF no one comes forward - either to claim them or rescues to take them they are put to sleep! These are mostly beautiful healthy dogs that could be young puppies or young adults - or seniors - abandoned after years of loyalty - their fate unknown. Some of these animals could be much loved pets that have escaped, strayed or been stolen but the one thing that could reunite them with their owners is MISSING - and that is a microchip. How many 'loving' dog owners - and 'cat' owners NEVER think to microchip their pets and this 'inexspensive' and essential 'act' could mean the difference between reuniting your pet and 'losing' them forever.
In 2016 all pets will HAVE to be microchipped by law - but if I were YOU I would microchip your pet now - take photos of your pet and IF they do get lost, stolen or stray contact all local authorities and leaflet the area to help with sightings of your 'lost pet'.
Classes funded by Harrow Road and Queens Park Ward Budgets started late this year but we had a mixture of different breeds when they commenced on 30th November - Maggie the chihuahua - Hamish and Gracie the collie crosses, Ghost the white German Shepherd - Bassie and Turk the staffie crosses - and late comers BB the staffie cross - Sandy the westie, and also one to ones with the two Romanian rescues. With the weather being its usual unpredictable - 'rainy' and more 'rain - after two more sessions - I decided the next classes would start again after the new year.
Also classes will be starting in January 18th in the Ward of South Westminster from 2pm-3pm at St Georges Square SW1 contact me on 079 4952 3710
This year has been a time when we have had to say Goodbye to our loyal companions - Dear Cedar a ten year old German Shepherd - Sid a five year old EBT cross who was pts after a year of being a victim of BSL - Ben the doberman who died of a heart attack - Honee the ridgeback who died of cancer at the beginning of 2013 - Billy the 20 year old cat who passed in his sleep and finally dearest Kelpie who passed away two weeks before Christmas. Tears have been shed and memories will never leave us but hopefully in time our hearts will open wide with love and compassion for one of the many homeless abandoned animals that are desperate for a loving home - WHEREVER you are in the world.
I hope that 2014 will be a better year for both animal and human - that the Laws will PROTECT our animals AND not (like BSL) destroy them. That we will continue our fight to keep the Ban on Fox Hunting - to stop the puppy mills - the factory farming - and IF our Government continue to do BUSINESS with china THEY will Campaign to stop the illegal trading of both the meat trade and the 'poaching of the wildlife' Enjoy your NEW year and keep yourselves and your pets safe -
Friday, 8 November 2013
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Friday 08th November 2013
Today my client was a hyperactive - cheeky - mouthy young lady!! Jumping up - lots of 'social graces' to be learned - and pure pedigree German Shepherd and at three months old was definitely in need of some training!!
German Shepherds are very intelligent dogs but also need to be kept both mentally and physically stimulated and active as can in latter years suffer from hip problems if not regularly exercised. It is very sad to see this magnificent breed when they have been kept as 'security dogs' kept in small contained areas or chained and put out on industrial plants as 'guard dogs' - with such limited exercise and movement they lead a lonely and isolated life often ending their lives early and suffer hip dysplasia.
Sheba was raring to go - a Beautiful girl who soon picked up negative actions got ignored and positives got 'rewards' - after giving her 'guardians' doggy homework on 'mouthing' 'jumping up' and 'lead control' and giving Sheba a last 'Sit and Stay Goodbye Treat' I was back onto the streets of St Johns Wood NW8 and a typical English downpour,
Will be going back in 10 days to see how 'guardians' and 'Sheba is doing and see who is training who!
Today my client was a hyperactive - cheeky - mouthy young lady!! Jumping up - lots of 'social graces' to be learned - and pure pedigree German Shepherd and at three months old was definitely in need of some training!!
German Shepherds are very intelligent dogs but also need to be kept both mentally and physically stimulated and active as can in latter years suffer from hip problems if not regularly exercised. It is very sad to see this magnificent breed when they have been kept as 'security dogs' kept in small contained areas or chained and put out on industrial plants as 'guard dogs' - with such limited exercise and movement they lead a lonely and isolated life often ending their lives early and suffer hip dysplasia.
Sheba was raring to go - a Beautiful girl who soon picked up negative actions got ignored and positives got 'rewards' - after giving her 'guardians' doggy homework on 'mouthing' 'jumping up' and 'lead control' and giving Sheba a last 'Sit and Stay Goodbye Treat' I was back onto the streets of St Johns Wood NW8 and a typical English downpour,
Will be going back in 10 days to see how 'guardians' and 'Sheba is doing and see who is training who!
Wednesday, 6 November 2013
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Dog Advice Surgery Beethoven Centre Third Avenue W10
Monday 4th November 2013
First Dog Surgery in Queens Park Westminster opened this monday - giving advice on neutering/spaying, getting a new dog and all aspects of being a responsible 'dog owner'.
This Dog Surgery will be fortnightly and between 2pm and 3.30pm and FREE to all members of Queens Park Ward and Harrow Road Ward. Also non dog owners are welcome to voice their views both negative and positive on how 'dog owners' and their dogs affect their enjoyment of public spaces and environmental issues regarding dogs mess left on the streets of both Westminster wards.
I think it is important to have someone and somewhere to go to seek advice regarding dogs especially when living in a multi culture community where sometimes the smallest dog can seem to be intimidating if not under proper control. Also there are new laws regarding dog legislation being updated on a regular basis especially for 'bull breeds' and owners should be kept informed of these laws and advised on the Dog Control Act.
In Westminster wards it is against the law to have your dog not on a leash if in a public place that is not an 'assigned dog area' - a fine can be imposed for this and also for not picking up after your dog - these fines can be issued by a dog warden - an environmental warden and a police officer. Also if your dog is reported or seen to be acting in an antisocial manner or left unattended in a public place - it can be siezed and if it is a 'bull breed type' can be taken under the BSL and kept in a unknown location to be assessed.
BSL is a law based on looking at the Breed of a certain dog (ie bull breeds) rather than the behaviour of your dog - your dog does not have to commit a crime to be seized - this law is based on 'type' - a bit like racial profiling - it judges the breed NOT the deed. Information about this law and the Dangerous dog act is given out at my dog surgery. Also if in the event your dog is seized it is IMPERATIVE you do not SIGN ANYTHING you can contact a lawyer from Wheldons Law or contact ddawatch@gmail.com or helpline numbers 0844 844 2990 or 0844 844 0802 or emergency 0794 1020 754
You also might need advice on basic puppy training or you have just adopted a rescue dog from the local shelter @mayhewanimalhome or alldogsmatteruk - also any local microchipping events or dog classes in the area information will be given out to all dog owners.
So whatever your 'enquiry' is please come along and visit www.canineculture.co.uk for a friendly chat and a cup of coffee!!
Monday 4th November 2013
First Dog Surgery in Queens Park Westminster opened this monday - giving advice on neutering/spaying, getting a new dog and all aspects of being a responsible 'dog owner'.
This Dog Surgery will be fortnightly and between 2pm and 3.30pm and FREE to all members of Queens Park Ward and Harrow Road Ward. Also non dog owners are welcome to voice their views both negative and positive on how 'dog owners' and their dogs affect their enjoyment of public spaces and environmental issues regarding dogs mess left on the streets of both Westminster wards.
I think it is important to have someone and somewhere to go to seek advice regarding dogs especially when living in a multi culture community where sometimes the smallest dog can seem to be intimidating if not under proper control. Also there are new laws regarding dog legislation being updated on a regular basis especially for 'bull breeds' and owners should be kept informed of these laws and advised on the Dog Control Act.
In Westminster wards it is against the law to have your dog not on a leash if in a public place that is not an 'assigned dog area' - a fine can be imposed for this and also for not picking up after your dog - these fines can be issued by a dog warden - an environmental warden and a police officer. Also if your dog is reported or seen to be acting in an antisocial manner or left unattended in a public place - it can be siezed and if it is a 'bull breed type' can be taken under the BSL and kept in a unknown location to be assessed.
BSL is a law based on looking at the Breed of a certain dog (ie bull breeds) rather than the behaviour of your dog - your dog does not have to commit a crime to be seized - this law is based on 'type' - a bit like racial profiling - it judges the breed NOT the deed. Information about this law and the Dangerous dog act is given out at my dog surgery. Also if in the event your dog is seized it is IMPERATIVE you do not SIGN ANYTHING you can contact a lawyer from Wheldons Law or contact ddawatch@gmail.com or helpline numbers 0844 844 2990 or 0844 844 0802 or emergency 0794 1020 754
You also might need advice on basic puppy training or you have just adopted a rescue dog from the local shelter @mayhewanimalhome or alldogsmatteruk - also any local microchipping events or dog classes in the area information will be given out to all dog owners.
So whatever your 'enquiry' is please come along and visit www.canineculture.co.uk for a friendly chat and a cup of coffee!!
Friday, 11 October 2013
Dog training @MaidaVale with www.canineculture.co.uk
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
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
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!
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