May 2010

Walk the Dog Newsletter Summer 2010

May 30, 2010
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Dear Clients and Friends, It’s been a busy few months here at Walk the Dog, so we have a bumper packed issue for you. In this newsletter we look at a common problem faced by dog owners – aggression on the lead, plus we’ve top tips on how to have a happy cat. We unveil [...]

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Dogs on a lead and out of control

May 27, 2010
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A common problem behaviour I’m asked to help with in my role as a Dog Listener is where a dog is highly reactive when on a lead. The typical behaviours displayed include barking and lunging and this is usually directed towards other dogs, people and even moving vehicles. So, what do you do about it?

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Have a happy cat

May 27, 2010
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In recent years the popularity of the cat has increased. Despite this many cats still end up in rescue centres or presented for euthanasia. Behavioural problems, as reported by owners, are one of the most important causes for the failure of the cat-owner relationship.

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Hot weather safety tips for pets

May 24, 2010
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We’ve had a lovely few days with the warm weather, however, while we have the luxury of changing into shorts and t-shirts, our four-legged friends aren’t as lucky being stuck with their furry coat! So, while this warm weather continues, think about the following when walking your pets… Take water bottles out with you so [...]

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Hot weather measures

May 24, 2010
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View the article on the Berkhamsted People website

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New dates for Walk The Dog Puppy Courses

May 14, 2010
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Our Walk the Dog Puppy Courses are all booked up for May, however we have two new Stage 1 courses planned:

* Starting Tuesday 1st June 7.33pm to 8.35pm running for five weeks
* Starting Tuesday 22nd June 6.30pm to 7.30pm running for five weeks

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Misunderstanding can lead to dog bites

May 12, 2010
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In my role as a behaviour specialist, I’m often called into homes where owners have been bitten by their dogs; understandably this is very distressing and confusing for owners, especially when they believe there was no clear warning, but was there?

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Car chaos

May 12, 2010

Many dogs are fearful of the car, and this can result in barking non stop, thrashing around, avoiding getting in or avoiding getting out of the car, as well as car sickness.

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Kubrick picks her top dog for 2010

May 4, 2010
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This year’s ‘Dressed to the K9′s’ Dog Fancy Dress Photo Competition was judged by renowned artist Christiane Kubrick, in aid of Every Chance Rescue (ECR). There was stiff competition as we saw the Mad Hatter, Zorro and a pimp battle it out with a Red Indian, Chef and Pink Lady. However, from the numerous entries [...]

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Kubrick picks Berkhamsted pooch as her top dog for 2010

May 4, 2010
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