by Cheltenham Animal Shelter | Jul 31, 2024 | Tips & advice
Introducing a dog into your home is an exciting time, but, for our dogs this can be a time of uncertainty. Being suddenly placed in a new environment, with different people, smells and routine can leave them feeling stressed and unsure. Happily, there are plenty of...
by bluelinemedia | Apr 2, 2024 | Tips & advice
Resource guarding is the term used when your pet becomes defensive or protective over an item that they really value. This can be a treat or a food bowl, toys and beds, or a special chair in the household, and even humans can be the cause of guarding issues. Whether...
by bluelinemedia | Mar 7, 2024 | Tips & advice
Dog reactivity can be a real issue for both dogs and their owners and is something we at Cheltenham Animal Shelter have seen a rise in, with more dogs needing support in recent years. According to ‘The National Dog Survey’ of 2023 presented by Dogs Trust, a recorded...
by bluelinemedia | Jul 13, 2023 | Tips & advice
When a dog is seen wearing a muzzle it is often people’s first thought that the dog is aggressive, either towards people or dogs, and needs to be avoided at all costs. However, muzzles can be used for many different reasons and it is about time the stigma ended!...
by bluelinemedia | Jul 21, 2020 | Tips & advice
Dogs are a social species that rely on their human family for love and companionship. This special bond is what makes them our best friends. Problems can arise when our dogs struggle to spend time alone without their favourite humans; over time this can develop into...
