Pentland Pet Services Monthly Newsletter - May
May was an extremely busy month for lodgers, starting with Storm.
Storm is a Lurcher, mainly Saluki with a bit of Greyhound thrown in. He was rescued by David and Julie several months ago and has been finding his paws with new loving owners, putting his traumatic past behind and facing a future of new adventures.
As this was the first time Storm had been separated from David and Julie I made a call to his good pal Tasha, with the request that she join Storm for a walk followed by some social time back at Pentland Drive.
This proved very successful and Storm had a wonderful day without any sign of stress or separation anxiety. Thank you, Tasha!
May was an extremely busy month for lodgers, starting with Storm.
Storm is a Lurcher, mainly Saluki with a bit of Greyhound thrown in. He was rescued by David and Julie several months ago and has been finding his paws with new loving owners, putting his traumatic past behind and facing a future of new adventures.
As this was the first time Storm had been separated from David and Julie I made a call to his good pal Tasha, with the request that she join Storm for a walk followed by some social time back at Pentland Drive.
This proved very successful and Storm had a wonderful day without any sign of stress or separation anxiety. Thank you, Tasha!
The next lodgers making a return visit were Mac and Ozzie, the Miniature Schnauzers who made the most of the nice dry weather.
Mac and Ozzie do not “do” wet weather, so we were fortunate to have mud free days in the top fields and very contented dogs.
Mac and Ozzie do not “do” wet weather, so we were fortunate to have mud free days in the top fields and very contented dogs.
Bailey the Golden Retriever had two visits during May, making himself at home and being a very attentive assistant when it came to Dog Treat Making days.
He volunteered himself as a taste tester, however was slightly miffed at not having a go at Meg’s birthday cake, having watched the baking process from beginning to end (happy birthday, Meg!).
Milly the Labradoodle joined Bailey for a few days and had her work cut out keeping the youngster in line. Milly was a true inspiration to Bailey who followed her about everywhere and was a real Milly groupie.
Next to arrive was Blue the Whippet who is a regular lodger.
Blue is a real lady and another who does not “do” inclement weather. Once again we were fortunate to avoid the worst of the May weather, much to Blue’s approval.
He volunteered himself as a taste tester, however was slightly miffed at not having a go at Meg’s birthday cake, having watched the baking process from beginning to end (happy birthday, Meg!).
Milly the Labradoodle joined Bailey for a few days and had her work cut out keeping the youngster in line. Milly was a true inspiration to Bailey who followed her about everywhere and was a real Milly groupie.
Next to arrive was Blue the Whippet who is a regular lodger.
Blue is a real lady and another who does not “do” inclement weather. Once again we were fortunate to avoid the worst of the May weather, much to Blue’s approval.
On a few occasions Blue met up with Storm in the fields and the pair stopped traffic as they flew about at incredible speeds in true sight hound fashion. It really was a spectacle and a wonderful experience for the dogs.
Last but not least for May lodging was Jake the Border Collie.
Jake is such an anxious boy that it suits him better for me to move in with him while his people are away as he becomes very anxious away from his own surroundings.
He and I had a great time together and even managed a few get-togethers with some of the local dogs on our late evening walks. At one point we had eight dogs together without a hint of an issue.
Jake is happiest when having a stick to chase, so this was his focus and caused much amusement by holding trials of the accompanying humans for their stick throwing skills. Having made his decision, the chosen one was presented with the current stick of choice and were required to throw it for Jake until it was time for everyone to return home.
Last but not least for May lodging was Jake the Border Collie.
Jake is such an anxious boy that it suits him better for me to move in with him while his people are away as he becomes very anxious away from his own surroundings.
He and I had a great time together and even managed a few get-togethers with some of the local dogs on our late evening walks. At one point we had eight dogs together without a hint of an issue.
Jake is happiest when having a stick to chase, so this was his focus and caused much amusement by holding trials of the accompanying humans for their stick throwing skills. Having made his decision, the chosen one was presented with the current stick of choice and were required to throw it for Jake until it was time for everyone to return home.
I am so sad to let you know that Fernitickles, Mary’s oldest Deerhound, died a couple of weeks after CubbieRoo’s passing.
Mary is left with four Deerhounds – Misty, Roamin, Filliberry and Ailsa.
Ailsa was distraught at losing her brother CubbieRoo and searched long and hard for him in the days following his death, and then to lose Auntie Ferni was difficult.
All have moved from Kilwinning to Troon and I visited them in their new home this week.
I was given a very enthusiastic welcome and given a guided tour of their lovely new home, so hope this change has made their loss a little easier.
Having been involved in animal rescue for many years it is with a sinking heart I receive the occasional phone call stating “My young dog is problematic, can you help?”
Following the standard questions, it usually transpires that the “young dog” is not the real problem.
This was the case with Milly, a nine month old Labrador, and the all too familiar scenario of a puppy being brought into a family who did not have the time to devote to her training but with the expectation that she would, somehow, train herself.
Without going into details Milly has been rehomed with another family who will spend time giving Milly her rules, boundaries and limitations thereby establishing her place within the human pack she has found herself in. And will, as a result, become a welcome addition instead of a problem.
Dogs never fail to amaze me with their instinctive understanding of situations within their family/pack and their reactions really are humbling.
Tootsie is one of my lovely little lodgers, cute, fluffy and full of fun.
When a member of Tootsie’s family pack recently died, Toostsie demonstrated her grief in such a profound way that she left everyone speechless.
Tootsie spent a lot of time with her owner’s father, Guy, and their game was for Tootsie to chase an old gardening glove thrown by Guy.
On the day Guy died the family, including Tootsie, gathered in the family home. Tootsie went to the garden, found the old gardening glove, took it to Guy’s chair (something she had never done before) and curled up with it. The family were very moved by this tribute and have a new respect for Tootsie who displayed such understanding of a family loss.
Following the storms of the past months there are a lot of branches and twigs strewn around that many dogs love to chew on. Bailey is one such dog who has a liking for a “chew stick,” but on one of our walks during his last lodging he managed to get a sharp twig lodged at the rear of his palate. Thankfully this was dislodged quickly before any damage could occur, but it does show how easily an injury could happen. So always be aware.
Ross and I have just returned from a couple of days at the lovely Kildonan Hotel on Arran.
Dogs are allowed at the Kildonan and in next month’s newsletter I shall report on Archie and Mack, a couple of terrier crosses we met during our visit.
If you ever fancy a break away with your dog you could not find anywhere better than the Kildonan Hotel - right on the beach with great walking opportunities.
Check out their web site at www.kildonanhotel.co.uk
The other web site I wanted to let you know about is www.animalmedicines.co.uk who supply the Proden Plaque Off I mentioned in April’s newsletter.
Let’s hope for some nice dog walking weather in June, and see you in the fields!
Anne
Mary is left with four Deerhounds – Misty, Roamin, Filliberry and Ailsa.
Ailsa was distraught at losing her brother CubbieRoo and searched long and hard for him in the days following his death, and then to lose Auntie Ferni was difficult.
All have moved from Kilwinning to Troon and I visited them in their new home this week.
I was given a very enthusiastic welcome and given a guided tour of their lovely new home, so hope this change has made their loss a little easier.
Having been involved in animal rescue for many years it is with a sinking heart I receive the occasional phone call stating “My young dog is problematic, can you help?”
Following the standard questions, it usually transpires that the “young dog” is not the real problem.
This was the case with Milly, a nine month old Labrador, and the all too familiar scenario of a puppy being brought into a family who did not have the time to devote to her training but with the expectation that she would, somehow, train herself.
Without going into details Milly has been rehomed with another family who will spend time giving Milly her rules, boundaries and limitations thereby establishing her place within the human pack she has found herself in. And will, as a result, become a welcome addition instead of a problem.
Dogs never fail to amaze me with their instinctive understanding of situations within their family/pack and their reactions really are humbling.
Tootsie is one of my lovely little lodgers, cute, fluffy and full of fun.
When a member of Tootsie’s family pack recently died, Toostsie demonstrated her grief in such a profound way that she left everyone speechless.
Tootsie spent a lot of time with her owner’s father, Guy, and their game was for Tootsie to chase an old gardening glove thrown by Guy.
On the day Guy died the family, including Tootsie, gathered in the family home. Tootsie went to the garden, found the old gardening glove, took it to Guy’s chair (something she had never done before) and curled up with it. The family were very moved by this tribute and have a new respect for Tootsie who displayed such understanding of a family loss.
Following the storms of the past months there are a lot of branches and twigs strewn around that many dogs love to chew on. Bailey is one such dog who has a liking for a “chew stick,” but on one of our walks during his last lodging he managed to get a sharp twig lodged at the rear of his palate. Thankfully this was dislodged quickly before any damage could occur, but it does show how easily an injury could happen. So always be aware.
Ross and I have just returned from a couple of days at the lovely Kildonan Hotel on Arran.
Dogs are allowed at the Kildonan and in next month’s newsletter I shall report on Archie and Mack, a couple of terrier crosses we met during our visit.
If you ever fancy a break away with your dog you could not find anywhere better than the Kildonan Hotel - right on the beach with great walking opportunities.
Check out their web site at www.kildonanhotel.co.uk
The other web site I wanted to let you know about is www.animalmedicines.co.uk who supply the Proden Plaque Off I mentioned in April’s newsletter.
Let’s hope for some nice dog walking weather in June, and see you in the fields!
Anne
