Episode 60: HELP! My Dog Is Scared To Get In The Car

How does your dog feel about car rides? A dog that loves traveling will joyfully hop in for an adventure. Conversely, a fearful dog might resist getting into the car, causing distress or acting out during the journey. Fortunately, many dogs can overcome this fear and grow comfortable with car rides. The key is a gradual introduction to the experience and associating the car with positive experiences, using ample positive reinforcement. Tune in for our tips and advice..woof!

Does your dog get overexcited every time the postman delivers mail through your door? Some dogs seem to dislike postmen and women when they come to your house. Here, we look at the reasons for their behaviour and offer some tips on how to prevent it.

Breaking into the animal care industry is highly accessible and can be achieved through volunteering, apprenticeships, college courses, or direct applications. The right path depends on your desired career, as some roles require extensive education while others prioritise passion and hands-on experience.Stay tuned for our tips and advice on how to work towards your dream job!

Does your dog always follow you around never leaving your side? You may have a “Velcro dog,” aka, a clingy dog.Find out what this means and whether you should be worried about your dog’s clingy behaviour. Stick with us for tips and advice on what can become a complex learnt behaviour

Maintaining a routine for dogs is paramount for their overall well-being and happiness. Just as humans thrive on predictability and structure, so do our canine companions. The importance of routine in a dog’s life cannot be overstated, as it plays a pivotal role in their emotional and physical health. Tune in for tips and advice on how to keep a well balanced routine for your dog

Dogs feel the cold just like us. Winter can impact their health and behaviour, as well as expose them to outdoor poisons. In this episode, we discuss how cold and dark weather impacts a dog’s welfare and how to keep them comfortable during the cold snaps.

Becoming a strong, confident leader for your dog isn’t about being harsh — it’s about being clear, consistent, and calm. When you understand how to be a pack leader for your dog, you’re building a relationship based on trust, structure, and mutual respect. The result? Better behaviour, fewer power struggles, and a more relaxed home environment. Tune in for our 15 steps to achieving the perfect partnership with your dog

Do you ever find your dog not responding to your training commands? Maybe you are saying too much? Let's break it down in this episode on how to create a 'less is more' scenario in your training. Keep it simple, keep it short, keep it FUN!

We are on the eve of our first meet up of 'Man's Best Friends'.This scheme is designed to get men walking and talking to squash the stigma of not being able to open up about mental health, worries and anxieties.There has been a lot of interest in this scheme so lets go for it! Every tree grows from an acorn right?Always FREE. Always supportive. Always here.In this together..always!xx

We are joined in this episode by our team member Hannah who gives us an insight into her first 8 months of working within our dog crazy team. Every day is different whether this means cleaning up a poo roller, a muddy puddle dipper, crazy weather or just being surrounded by lovable dogs. Hannah wouldn't have it any other way.. apart from the fox poo enthusiasts. Hannah, you're a true asset to Fetch.. dogs rule!