10th May 2021 is the beginning of Mental Health Awareness Week – and as a matter close to our hearts here at Digs for Dogs, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to celebrate our four-legged friends, who for many of us have been the ones to keep us going this past year. “Our …
Have you heard of Kennel Stress? “Kennel stress is a generic term used for when dogs encounter a state of mental or emotional strain and tension during or after a kennel stay. It can manifest in a number of ways including aggression, fear, anxiety, shaking, whining, or other noticeable changes in behavior.” Putting your dog …
The safety of your dogs is our top priority at Digs for Dogs, and we always ensure we provide safe transit (as well as lots of fun) for all our pups! “As per the Welfare of Animals (Transport) Order 1997, dogs should not be transported in a way that could cause injury or unnecessary suffering” …
Easter is just around the corner and we have found you the best eggs suitable for your four-legged friends… As we all know, human chocolate is poisonous to dogs, so it’s important that you only ever give your dog carob. What is carob? Carob is the safe alternative to chocolate and is not harmful to …
Make your dog feel special this ‘Love Your Pet’ Day! You’ll know as well as we do, dogs are family, so it only seems right that there’s an entire day dedicated to showing our love and appreciation for them! While our pets love their routines to help keep them calm and balanced, it’s sometimes nice …
Happy Pancake Day! Arguably the best day of the month – but we can’t forget to include the pooch! Treat them to the ultimate dog-friendly pancakes this year with our quick and easy recipe… 🐾 Apparatus: Non-stick frying pan Medium mixing bowl Whisk Spatula Sieve (Bone shaped cutter or squeezy bottle with a thin nozzle …
Guest Blog by Lynne Jones – Digs for Dogs franchise owner, Northwich Training with Pawsitivity Use ‘paw-sitive’ training to bring up a reliable, confident & well-controlled dog. As a behaviourist, I regularly work with dogs who suffer from fear, anxiety and aggression which has been triggered by out of date training techniques that are nowadays …
Guest Blog by Leeann Bentley – Digs for Dogs Franchise Owner, Bredbury Are you aware of the Animal Welfare Act 2006? I must admit I wasn’t fully aware myself, until I started studying my diploma in Canine Care, Welfare and Behaviour! Now, I think that is it necessary to educate owners/potential owners, and even reach …
Are you thinking of adding a little bundle of joy to the family this year? Take this fun test to find out if you can cope with living and looking after your new pup… *Best taken in the autumn or mid-winter. 1. Buy a lead and tie it to a big stone, walk around dragging …
Gemma recently trained our new Digs for Dogs franchisees on Dog First Aid, to ensure they are well equipped with all the skills necessary to look after your four legged family members. Read on to hear why Dog First Aid is so important, and how a course is suitable for all; owners, home boarders, and …
