Posts Tagged ‘Dog Walking’

As temperatures drop, many dog owners start asking the same question: is it still safe to head out for a walk? Here’s a handy infographic: The answer isn’t as simple as checking the thermometer. Cold weather safety depends on a combination of temperature, conditions and, most importantly, your individual dog. For many healthy dogs, anything […]

For many dog owners, walk time should be a joy-a chance to explore, sniff, and socialise. But for others, like Basil’s owner, it’s become a stressful, carefully choreographed experience due to repeated encounters with off-lead dogs. In this Respect the Lead interview, we hear from a committed whippet owner whose experience highlights the emotional toll […]

I recently had the pleasure of joining Dr Alexia Mellor on her Mystic Dog Mamma podcast — a space for soulful conversations about dogs, wellness and the human–canine bond. Alexia is a certified Holistic Canine Nutrition & Wellness Consultant, and we connected during a nail trim session in Horsham. Her dog was on a long […]

For many dog owners, learning how to navigate walks respectfully takes time, experience, and often, a few hard lessons. In this interview, we speak with Kirstie and her dog Reuben, a 10-year-old labradoodle, about their journey together. From the early days of misunderstanding lead etiquette to now advocating for greater awareness, Kirstie shares candid insights […]

Does your dog proudly wear their lead? Do they have a story that helps others understand why respecting on-lead dogs is so important? Do you want to help spread awareness while celebrating your four-legged friend? If so, we want to hear from you! The Respect The Lead campaign is looking for real dogs to become […]

Nationwide Campaign Promoting Responsible Dog Ownership Takes Centre Stage In a remarkable stride towards promoting responsible dog ownership and fostering safer interactions between our four-legged friends, the nationwide campaign “Respect The Lead” has recently garnered widespread coverage in Wales. Founded by Zoe Blake, a dedicated and qualified veterinary nurse, the campaign addresses the vital importance […]

Previous PDSA PAW Reports have consistently found that the majority of owners perceive their pet to be an ideal weight, however in contrast, findings from their survey in 2023 show that, on average, veterinary professionals estimate that 46% of dogs are overweight. Similarly, UK Pet Food spoke to veterinary professionals, and they found that 50% […]

I launched Respect The Lead 5 years ago this month and it’s had so much coverage in that time, but there are still so many to be reached! Last year I had the pleasure of appearing on Sounding Out Horsham, a local podcast about local people, and I discussed the campaign. This year I’m heading […]

If you are walking your dog in a public space the UK law states it cannot be ‘dangerously out of control’ so a collar, lead or harness is a good idea, not only so your dog is safe, but also to respect the law and other people and their dogs around you. Look out for […]

Following on from a great first interview with Kim and her miniature dachshund Teddy about their interactions with others and the Respect The Lead Campaign, I have had another dog owner get in touch. Here’s the second interview in a series with Fede and her dog Asia and their experiences. Fede has felt so strongly […]