Pawsitive Tails

Groomers. You either love them or you fear them with all your life. Maybe you're lucky and your pup doesn't need anything more than a nail clip and a bath. However, for a lot of pups, the transformation from a groom can completely change the appearance of your dog- so it's important that you take them somewhere you trust. Now I won't lie- Clover has had some BELTERS of a groom, ones I can't even look her in the eye because I know she hates me type of grooms but we have learned our lesson well. Clover is a Cockapoo, meaning she is half poodle, half cocker spaniel. According to the internet, I was recommended to brush her coat every day and to have her properly trimmed every few weeks (either by myself or a professional). Initially, I looked online for groomers in my local area that had good ratings for her first puppy groom (really a session just to get her clean and tidy, whilst getting used to being groomed). She didn't seem to mind too much, but it became evid...

 Have you ever been on a dog walk and been hit with a sudden hankering for a coffee? I'm sure it's happened to plenty of us, but how many places in your local area would allow your dog in for a treat as well? Before I even adopted Clover I had dreams of taking my wee dog out on little dates for coffee and puppuccinos. I had NO idea however, just how difficult this venture would become. You see, taking your dog out for a meal isn't usually as simple as a spur of the moment decision to go. Most places just now do not allow dogs for many reasons, and the ones that do are usually rather busy. Here are Clover's top tips for going on a successful doggy date for food: PLAN AHEAD! It's really important you do your research on what venues allow furry friends and to book in advance where possible. There's nothing more disappointing than getting rejected from a place you really wanted to go!  Ensure the venue is suitable for YOUR dog. How much do you trust your dog? How we...

 A big hello to you indeed! Welcome to Dog with a Blog- starring Clover, written by Rebecca. Over the fantastic 18 months Clover and I have shared together, it became clear to me how massively inconvenient it is to find good groomers, dog friendly restaurants etc. I learned very quickly that this would initially be a process of trial and error. When I adopted Clover I had the full intention of taking her on holidays, days out and generally having her by my side when I could. When it comes to finding great places to take her, I'm always struggling to find somewhere really  good. So, I have decided to bless you all with my findings and to share some really great places you can take your dogs in and around Glasgow!  WARNING: ADORABLE DOG CONTENT AHEAD Over the next few posts we will be talking about fantastic dog walks, fur baby friendly food places, short breaks both you and the dog would enjoy and much more! Hopefully this blog will enlighten you and inspire you to spend m...