Happy Pawz Pet Care Services

25/08/2026

Engaging the services of a Professional Dog Walker should not be taken casually without research.

This is an unregulated industry and the choice of whom to engage can be numerous plus vary enormously in price - This is particularly the case currently with scores of new Seasonal Dog Walking Adverts appearing by the minute!

Where does an owner start? How can the cost vary so much?

Hopefully our information sheet below and this link to our website may help:

https://professionaldogwalkersassociation.co.uk/find%25252520me%25252520a%25252520dog%25252520walker/

Please make sure that the person you choose meet all the requirements needed and is adequately prepared to be responsible for your dog.

They will be identified as the legal guardian when your dog is in their care. E.g. From the moment your dog is picked up until he/she is returned home after the walk.

This includes but is not exclusively - Adequate business and vehicle insurance, safe form of transportation, a license to operate when required, knowledge of local regulations, ability to risk assess, etc.

In addition, ensure they have practical knowledge to understand canine communication, facial expressions, apply first aid if required, and have emergency contingency plans in place.

Our members invest heavily financially and emotionally to help keep dogs and members of the public safe.

We must also remember that dogs are sentient beings - They constantly process information, have feelings, experience emotions, form attachments and they live in the moment!

Their lives are so short compared to ours and we owe it to them to keep them enriched, safe and happy.

08/08/2026

The best day of the year! Happy 😻 Show us your cats...

06/08/2026

With the rise in local pet businesses having dogs stay in their homes/premises and not having a license, we just want to make people aware of the following:

Many owners are not aware that any cat or dog boarding facility whether that is kennels, dog day care centres or home boarders must hold an in date license in order to operate a business.

⚠️ Dog Owners – Licensing Matters More Than You Think ⚠️

When choosing a dog/ cat boarding facility, licensing isn’t just a formality — it’s your pets protection.

In the UK, licensed dog boarding providers must meet strict standards set by local councils. This includes welfare checks, safe environments, proper staffing, and emergency procedures. If a facility isn’t licensed, there’s no guarantee your dog is being cared for properly and it also means their insurance is void and you must foot the bill for any damages caused to your pet.

🐾 Why licensing is so important:

* ✔️ Welfare Standards: Licensed facilities must provide adequate space, clean conditions, proper exercise, and enrichment
* ✔️ Health & Safety: They’re required to manage risks, prevent disease spread, and handle emergencies responsibly
* ✔️ Regular Inspections: Councils carry out checks to ensure ongoing compliance
* ✔️ Accountability: If something goes wrong, there’s a clear authority to report to

🚫 Unlicensed = Unregulated
Without a licence, a provider may:

* Operate in unsafe or overcrowded conditions
* Lack experience or training
* Have no insurance or emergency plan
* Avoid inspections entirely

🐕 What you should do:

* Ask to see their licence (and check it’s valid)
* Look up their rating with your local council
* Visit the premises yourself before booking
* Don’t be swayed by cheap prices or nice photos alone
Read real reviews and not just going by recommendations on social media- do your own research to see if it is the right fit for your dog.

Your dog’s safety isn’t worth the risk. Choosing a licensed provider helps ensure they’re cared for in a safe, regulated, and responsible environment🐶🐱🐾

04/08/2026

NOW HOME

Hello could you share for me please he has been missing for a week now since 27/7.

MISSING

This is my cat Stormy he has not been home since Monday morning 27/7 which is very unusual for him. He is neutered and chipped and normally has a tracker on but unfortunately he had lost it and we were waiting on the replacement. He is wearing a navy blue safe collar with his name tag on it. His normal haunts are Newbridge Caravan Site, Newbridge Village, the fields to the back of Newbridge Village up towards the kennels. But he has been known to go a bit further so could easily have wandered to Lochside Lincluden Holywood Woodlands areas. I would be really grateful if anyone in those areas could check sheds/outbuildings. Thank you

01/08/2026

Our Marley who keeps us going through the challenges that life has thrown at us ❤️.

One of the most beautiful things about our dogs is that they never pretend..🥰

Their happiness is genuine. Their excitement is real. Their forgiveness comes easily, and their love never depends on what you can give them. They don’t hide their feelings or make you earn their affection, they simply choose you, over and over again.

In a world where so much can feel uncertain, a dog’s love is one of the few things that never needs to be questioned. It’s honest, loyal, and wholehearted from the very beginning.

If we loved each other the way dogs love us, the world would be a much gentler place. 🐾❤️

23/07/2026

We are licensed by our council, every inch of our care, polices, procedures, insurance and experience are scrutinised for a reason. Please do your checks to avoid any further sad stories like this, poor dog.

A dog owner said she felt "rage and anger" after her family's pet died in the care of an unlicensed boarder.