Think every dog walk has to be the same? Think again! There are lots of things you can do to keep it interesting, for both of you! Switch up where you go, what you do, and try these different types of walks! Exercise Walks Whether or not your dog is Read more
With the recent spell of warm(er) weather we have had, we thought it would be a good idea to share our top-tips on how to help keep your babies nice and cool when the Sun puts his hat on 🌞Admittedly, he does seem to have disappeared for now 😩but we Read more
What is a flea? Fleas are an external parasite. There are over 2500 species, including dog fleas, cat fleas, human fleas, rabbit fleas and many many more! It is possible for more than one species of flea to live on a single host species. Flea facts Signs your pet might Read more
Microchips Since 2016, it has been a legal requirement for owners to microchip all dogs over the age of 8 weeks. It is the responsibility of the owner to keep the details (address, contact number) up to date. This is done through your microchip provider – not your vet. It’s Read more
What is it? Positive reinforcement training uses a reward (treats, praise, toys, anything to dog find rewarding) for desired behaviours. Because the reward makes them more likely to repeat the behaviour, positive reinforcement is one of your most powerful tool for shaping or changing your dog’s behaviour. Your dog learns Read more
Go at your dogs pace Break your trick and obedience training into short, regular sessions, rather than pressing your pup to go for hours at a time. Otherwise, they may get tired, frustrated, bored and overwhelmed, and won’t learn efficiently. Around 15-20 minutes everyday, broken into five-minute blocks, is plenty Read more
Did you know, many plants and flowers are poisonous to dogs? Here are 5 of the most common ones to keep your pups away from! Lilies Daffodils Buttercups Tulips Cyclamen Take a look at the Blue Cross website for more information
Did you know vets can offer chemical castration? Suprelorin Implant Temporarily suppresses testosterone so you can see if permanent castration will suit your dog. Our walker, Emma, used this option with our very own Zeus! Let’s see what she has to say… Also, our lovely clients Gemma & Chris opted Read more
Harnesses We support the use of collars and harnesses, but with so many different types of harnesses and brands around we want to make sure you’re buying the correct one for your dog. To ensure it supports them correctly and isn’t restricting their movement. A badly fitting harness can impact Read more
Crate Training Here at Redditch Dog Walking, we advocate and support the use of crates. Crates provide a safe and secure den like space for your dog. If introduced correctly, dogs will see their crate/den as a positive space that belongs to them. The Benefits Top Tips For more advice Read more