One of the joys of being a dog owner is boasting about the most revolting item your dog has rolled in. The most foul smelling (to humans) perfumes they favour are fox faeces or rotting birds. There are many suggestions for why dogs roll in smelly things. Wolves will roll in any unusual scent and …
To help support your puppy in their early years, there are positive things you can do, which include: Diet Feed your puppy a good quality diet and ensure your puppy maintains a good weight for their breed and size. Excess weight can put pressure on their joints. Your vet will be able to recommend the best …
A recent survey found that nearly two-thirds of owners (63 percent) love their dog just as much as they do their partner. Take our Fetch quiz to find out who you love more! Choose which of these statements applies to you: 1) It’s Friday and you’ve just got back from work. You like to: A) Stay …
Here at Fetch every week is different and thats the way we like it. We are blessed everyday to be in the fresh air working with an array of amazing pooches but one of the biggest words I hear is that we are so ‘lucky’ to do what we do. We all agree but this doesn’t mean …
Here at Fetch the most common question we get asked from young people is ‘how did you get into this line of work with dogs? Asked about the main problem they encountered when hiring young people, more than one in three of animal related businesses (39%) said most applying for jobs have little or no experience …
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Have you ever considered adopting a dog? Canine veterans (those aged seven and above) have many benefits, including… 1. A tendency to be calmer and more relaxed, with a better-established routine and personality. Having burned off all that excess puppy energy, adult dogs are generally less demanding and settle in quicker and more easily. 2. …
Here at Fetch during the time of Covid-19 we understand it is not always that easy to just go for a walk. So the dog walkers have come up with a few games to brighten your dogs day! 1) The (Toy) Name Game The first fun brain game for dogs is the name game, and the best …
Dogs have been humans’ best friends for thousands of years, but during this global pandemic, they could earn an even bigger title: lifesaver. For years, dogs have been trained to sniff out drugs and people trapped in rubble, and more recently, they’ve been able to predict seizures, hypoglycemia, and even cancer. Now, a U.K.-based charity …
Most dogs jump on people because they are excited and it is an effective means of getting attention, but some dogs jump because they feel uneasy when someone new comes through the door, and jumping is an effective way to cope with that discomfort. Regardless, it is an unacceptable behaviour for any dog, and, luckily, one …
Dogs bark. There’s no denying the fact that barking is a natural reaction for most canines. But sometimes, dog barking can become a problem and an annoyance. Oftentimes, owners respond to barking in ways that fail to address long-term behaviour. Examples include yelling, rewarding bad habits, or inconsistently disciplining. When looking for a permanent solution, keep …
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