Author: steveduthie

Not just holidays

wpid-20140518_075905.jpgOver the past couple of weeks we have welcomed a number of dogs into kennels for reasons other than holidays.

Building work is a regular reason for visits, as tradesman can’t really be expected to keep an eye on the family dog – especially if it’s an escape artist or likes to wander! And it seems that sometimes the workman turn up at short-notice then take a little longer than predicted to complete the jobs.

If this happens we’ll always try and step in as we understand that plans are difficult to make when there a number of factors at play. What you need to know is that your pet is safe while you concentrate on your grand design at home (pun intended)

The other reason popping up is that dogs left at home for longish stretches can become concerned. This may result in unwelcome barking, destructive behaviour or the dreaded welcome home poo! None of this is the dogs fault and they should never be blamed for it. Dogs Trust say that you shouldn’t leave your dog alone for longer than four hours at a time.

In these cases its better for the dog to be somewhere where there is company (human and animal), and slowly get used to the idea that the lovely person that feeds/walks them sometimes needs to work to pay for the home that they chew.

At Catsash Kennels we are able to offer daycare from £8 per day. This includes 20 minutes exercise and kennel accommodation. We also offer a Woodland Walk for £6 that lasts for 3/4 hour and includes drying off the dog in wet conditions.

To book get in touch via  our contact us page or call 01633 422049 or call/text 07775530940

MEET RECENT GUEST XENA ( THE DOG NOT THE WARRIOR PRINCESS!)

Not the real Xena.
Not the real Xena.

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The recent NATO summit saw Catsash Kennels play host to 24 police dogs from around the UK . Amongst them was the lovely Xena ( pictured with her handler) .

Xena is a Belgian Malinois or Belgian Shepherd. Malis, as they are sometimes called, have been introduced to many police forces as they make great working dogs. This is due to their natural protective and territorial instincts alongside a high degree of intelligence.

While Xena was a sweet natured dog in the kennels I was assured that Malis are able to not just track criminals they are also able to knock them over on the run. We didn’t test this out !

NATO Summit guard dog Xena

Fortunately the collected dogs were not called upon to chase or track protesters, but we did hear that there might be a very nervous goat living around Priory Farm! The week passed without major incidents and we would like to thank Gwent Police and South Wales Police for working with us. In case you’re wondering – no we didn’t meet Barrack or David ( or anyone remotely political) – but we probably met the most interesting in Xena and her colleagues – I would of liked to meet Xena’s name sake but a picture will do ( and this isn’t of the real Xena!).

NATO close down and disruption

 

Just a reminder that we’re closing down from 26th August and reopening on September 7th. 

I would like to apologise to all customers who have been effected by this and thank you for your understanding. 

We have also had to struggle with the barriers that have been put up on Catsash Road over the last week – again sorry to all to had to have an extra walkies to the kennels and thanks for all your understanding while the road has been blocked. 

Thanks for all the support for the business from customers old and new . I look forward to seeing everyone ( and every doggie!)  in the near future.

Steve Duthie, Proprietor.