Freya V. Locke - Dog Behaviourist | Author | Blogger. Issue 38, 2024
Freya V. Locke - Dog Behaviourist | Author | Blogger. Issue 38, 2024
A bit of a rush job this week!
Hi Gang
It’s been a bit of a strange day for me today, so our newsletter is a bit brief. My Dad got rushed into hospital this morning, and as most people know, he is in the later stages of Parkinsons Disease and Associated Dementia. He’s ok for now, but it was a bit scary.
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Twyla got a new ball this week*. I am quite fussy about balls being of a safe size and longer lasting than a "Gone in 60 seconds" tennis ball, which Twyla only needs to look at for it to fall to bits. But we have had the orange ball for 3 years longer than we have had Twyla, so when it came to a replacement, the choice was easy.
We were also invited to test drive a no-pull harness*. My spidey senses would typically be tingling because anything no-pull is usually highly aversive. However, Twyla found this one (once we had adjusted the front strap up past her shoulders to allow for maximum movement,) to be really comfortable.
Coupled with our bungee lead, it is actually becoming one of our favourites. Which I never thought I would say about a no-pull harness.
Fun Not Fear® Journal
Has your dog been afraid of fireworks in the past? November is creeping up on us quickly, and if your dog is worried about noises, it’s never too early to make a start on noise desensitisation.
The Dog’s Trust have an excellent sound therapy resource, and I am, of course always happy to have a free chat with you to talk you through behavioural support options.
Want to know more about helping your anxious dog the Fun Not Fear® way?
We have a book! Available in all formats from Amazon.
Grab your copy, and get helping the dog in your life to overcome their struggles.
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Do you live anywhere around Newmarket and want to find new places to walk? Check this guide out!
My other posts - because I write about other stuff too!
Handy links.
Have a wonderful week,
Warm ‘N’ Fuzzies,
Freya xx
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I’m sorry to hear about your dad, Freya :(. Bella doesn’t seem bothered with fireworks, but my friend’s dog, Bobby, who I look after most days is petrified. He shakes like leaf, poor thing. :(.
Sorry to hear about your dad. My dad had dementia and it is a very difficult thing to deal with for them and us. Hang in there; you’re up for it.