🐕‍🦺What’s the best dog walk ever?

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‘Dogs can eat grains’

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THIS WEEK’S WOOF WISDOM

• 🐕‍🦺What’s the best dog walk ever?

• 7 things you do that your pooch hates.🙄

• 16 natural herbs for a healthy hound.🌿

• How a dog bath can warm your heart_.

• Into the Dogaverse…Dogs on a roller coaster.

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23 April is National Lost Dog Awareness Day, a time to check our tags & tracking, update our records & offer some help finding missing dogs when we can.🐶

OK..NOW WHAT? (your questions answered)
What’s the best walk ever I can give my dog?

It's all about quality over quantity when it comes to giving your pup the best walk ever,

According to pet psychologists, dogs thrive on at least two walks a day, each lasting around 30 minutes. But here's the catch - it's not about racking up steps on your fitness tracker.

Dogs love a leisurely stroll where they can stop & smell the flowers (literally!). For them, every walk is like a thrilling adventure, so let them take their time to explore the world through their sniffers.It's not just about physical exercise; a walk is a mental workout for your pooch too.

So, instead of rushing them along, allow your dog to sniff & investigate their surroundings. This sniffing time is crucial for their well-being as it helps them interpret the world around them.

By customizing the walk to suit your dog's likes, whether it's a romp in the backyard or a stroll in the park, you can ensure that every walk is an enriching experience. It's not just a walk for your dog; it's a highlight of their day filled with new scents and exciting discoveries.

By reframing your view of dog-walking & focusing on what brings joy to your pup, you can turn a simple stroll into a cherished daily adventure.🐾 MORE HERE 

WOOF WELLBEING
🌟 7 things you do that your pooch hates🙄

Have you ever wondered what your pup might secretly dislike?

There are some common things that many dogs actually don't enjoy, despite our best intentions:

• Dogs often dislike having their heads patted, preferring to have other parts of their head, like ears & sides, stroked gently instead.

• Many dogs feel stressed when hugged tightly, displaying signs such as tongue flicks, closed mouth, & rigid facial muscles.

• Holding onto the ball during a game of fetch can make dogs lose interest as they want it back immediately.

• Dogs may find kisses stressful or uncomfortable, especially when faces are too close to theirs.

• Dogs may feel unstable or uncomfortable when their paws, especially back paws, are held while they're standing.

• The majority of dogs dislike citrus-scented products, often avoiding them due to the repelling smell.

• Dressing up dogs in clothes or costumes can make them feel uneasy or restricted, leading to discomfort.

It's all about understanding our personal pooch better to ensure they're always happy & comfortable! So when you are interacting with your dog, always pay attention to their cues & reactions.

Whether it's avoiding citrus-scented products that they dislike or refraining from patting their heads in a way that makes them uncomfortable, showing empathy towards our pups is key. 🐾 

MORE HERE 

🌟16 natural herbs for a healthy hound.🌿

Are you interested in boosting your doggo’s wellbeing with some natural herbs? Then check out these 16 healthy herbs that can benefit your dog’s health:

• Parsley: improves digestion, fights bad breath

• Basil: antibacterial properties, fights free radicals

• Chamomile: relieves muscle spasms, reduces inflammation

• Cinnamon: anti-cancer properties, regulates blood sugar

• Ginger: eases nausea, regulates blood sugar, reduces pain

• Turmeric: antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, supports liver health

• Coriander: detoxifies, alleviates nausea

• Dill: improves digestion, expels parasites

• Goldenseal: antibiotic, treats eye infections

• Milk thistle: improves liver function, protects liver

• Nettle: soothes rashes, helps alleviate allergies

• Oregano: reduces inflammation, fights cancer

• Peppermint: improves digestion, soothes upset stomachs

• Rosemary: high on antioxidants, good for nervous system.

• Sage: eases bloating, improves digestion

• Valerian: natural relaxant, calms hyper dogs

Before adding these herbs to your doggo’s diet , make sure to consult with your vet for any sensitivities your pooch may have & that they are suitable for them.

A little sprinkle of natures goodness can go a long way in keeping you furpal happy & healthy!🐕‍🦺

 MORE HERBS & DETAILS HERE

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OH MY DOG
Sooo..watching a dog bath isn’t adorable? ..think again🐶

We said..we’re not going to keep watching this…maybe that was the eighth time.🙄

Well 4.9million views can’t be wrong or can they?

Big smiling Buckeye sure gets the royal treatment, who wouldn’t be happy?

Of course no amount of spoiling is too much for any pooch😁

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QUICK SNIFFS
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🐶FACT or FLUFF??...Answer.  FACT & FLUFF

Dogs can eat grains but not all dogs. Some dogs are allergic to grains.

INTO THE DOGAVERSE
Dogs on a roller coaster.

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