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05/11/2026

Most dogs love affection, but not every touch feels the same to them.

Many dogs are happiest with a scratch on the chest, the side of the neck, or the shoulders. Reaching over the top of the head, especially from a stranger, can feel more like a looming hand than a friendly greeting.

Paws, legs, tails, and bellies are more personal. Some dogs welcome a belly rub, while others roll over simply to show they mean no harm.

A simple way to check is the "pet and pause" test. Pet for a few seconds, then stop. If your dog leans in, nudges your hand, or moves closer, that's a yes. If they move away, shake off, or turn their head, they've had enough for now.

Kids especially benefit from learning this. It teaches them to ask the dog, not just the adult.

05/11/2026

A dog skipping a meal isn't always cause for concern. Many dogs eat less on hot days, after a busy outing, or when something in their routine changes.

The key is knowing what's normal for your dog. A picky eater leaving half a bowl is very different from a Lab ignoring dinner. Labs who suddenly refuse food are worth paying close attention to.

Before assuming the cause is behavioural, rule out health issues. Contact your vet if an adult dog refuses food for more than a day, or sooner if it comes with vomiting, diarrhoea, lethargy, drooling, or a painful belly. Puppies, toy breeds, and dogs with diabetes or other health conditions should be checked sooner.

Once health is ruled out, structure often helps. Offer meals at set times, take the bowl away after 15 to 20 minutes, and cut back on extras between meals. A quiet place to eat, away from busy areas and other pets, can also make a big difference.

Avoid pressuring a hesitant eater. Hovering, coaxing, or getting frustrated can make mealtimes more stressful.

05/11/2026

Eggs can be a nutritious occasional addition to a dog’s diet, but preparation matters. 🥚🐶

Plain, fully cooked eggs provide protein, fat, vitamins and minerals without the extra ingredients dogs don’t need.

Boiled, poached or scrambled eggs can all work as long as they’re cooked without salt, butter, oil, onion, garlic or seasoning. Raw eggs carry a greater food-safety risk, so cooked is generally the simpler choice.

And fried eggs aren’t automatically toxic, but the added oil, butter and seasonings can turn a simple food into an unnecessarily rich treat.

Think of eggs as an extra, not a replacement for a complete and balanced diet.

05/11/2026

When meeting a dog for the first time, putting your hand directly in front of their face isn’t necessary. 🐶

Dogs already have an extraordinary sense of smell. They can gather plenty of information about you simply by being nearby, without needing a hand pushed toward their nose.

For some dogs, especially nervous, fearful, reactive, or pain-sensitive ones, a hand moving toward the face can feel uncomfortable or even threatening.

A better approach is simple: stay relaxed, give the dog space, avoid leaning over them, and let them decide whether they want to approach. If they come closer to sniff, allow them to investigate without immediately reaching to pet them.

Watch their body language. A loose body, soft expression, and willingness to stay close are much better signs that interaction is welcome.

Sometimes the friendliest thing you can do is give a dog choice. 🐾❤️

01/11/2026

Ok Fur Folk, I'm going to give a preview of my Huds and T**e christmas cookie gift boxes order and if interested in purchasing off of me before the Childers Country Market on the 20th please message me to let me know how many you would like before Tuesday the 10th so I can add any extras to my order. I'm only doing the cookie gift boxes this year, no individual cookies.

01/11/2026

I hope everyone had a great day, I certainly did.
Saw some familiar faces😊 and a lot of new ones 😁.

I'll be at the next market for Christmas on the 20th and will have my Huds and T**e Christmas goodies and I'll be outside🥳

As much as I liked not having a gazebo to worry about or spraying my anti marking spray......I feel as though some of the pooches🐾🐕 missed me being inside, so outside it is🤗.

Hope to see you at next market day, 20th of December

31/10/2026

29/10/2026

🐾❤️ A LITTLE BUSINESS UPDATE! ❤️🐾

Sometimes in business, things change, and it's time to take a different direction!

I've made the decision to step away from the Woodgate Community Markets and will also no longer be a supplier to the Woodgate Post Office.

But don't worry, I'm not disappearing! 🐶💕

I'm excited to let everyone know that I'll be making the Childers Country Market my permanent market home! 🎉🐾

Running a small business alongside other work certainly has its challenges, so this change will allow me to focus my time and energy where it's needed most and appreciated, while continuing to do what I love — providing your furry family members with delicious, natural treats! 🐕🦴

A huge thank you to everyone who has supported my little business at Woodgate. Every purchase, every chat and every bit of support has meant so much to me. ❤️

I'm looking forward to seeing familiar faces, meeting new customers and continuing this journey with you all at Childers Country Market! 🛍️🐾

Thank you for supporting local small business and helping me keep doing what I love.

Wanna Treatie? 🐶❤️