Blog

Our blog is the place to find out what’s happening at Canine Partners!

We’ll keep you up to date with everything from our heart-warming partnership stories, to top tips from our Dog Welfare team.

You can also find out who’s been supporting us and see how our volunteers help out. Maybe you could feature here soon? Email news@caninepartners.org.uk if you’ve got a story to share!

Quick and easy peanut butter and banana dog cake recipe

At Canine Partners, reward-based training is at the heart of what we do. Positive reinforcement helps build confident, reliable assistance dogs and strong partnerships. While our incredible dogs follow carefully balanced diets, treats like this can be a great high-value training reward. This quick and easy recipe is perfect for occasional treat time at home.   Ingredients  1 ripe banana: Bananas are a natural … read more

Posted 1 day ago

World Spay Day: why neutering matters

What is neutering? Neutering is a common surgical procedure performed under general anaesthetic to remove a dog’s reproductive organs. Female dogs are spayed, meaning their ovaries and womb are removed. Male dogs are castrated (sometimes called “snipped”), meaning their testicles are removed.   Benefits of neutering Neutering isn’t just about preventing unplanned litters. For an … read more

Posted 6 days ago

Telegraph Christmas Appeal raises £161,000

As one of four charities selected for the 2025 Appeal, alongside The Not Forgotten Association, Motor Neurone Disease Association and Prostate Cancer Research, this was a fantastic opportunity to shine a light on the life-changing impact of our assistance dogs. From November 2025 to January 2026, stories from our partners and volunteers featured in the … read more

Posted 1 week ago

Opening our doors to collaboration

ADUK Learning and Development Conference At Canine Partners, we know that life-changing partnerships don’t happen alone. While our incredible dogs are at the heart of everything we do, the wider assistance dog community plays a vital role in helping us create lasting impact. That’s why we were so pleased to open our doors and welcome … read more

Posted 1 week ago

Looking after your dog’s teeth 

Good dental care is essential for every dog, but for assistance dogs, it’s even more important. Their mouths aren’t just for eating – they’re vital to help their partners live independently. From picking up dropped items to tugging open doors, a healthy mouth keeps them at their best.  Why oral health matters  Looking after your dog’s teeth and gums … read more

Posted 3 weeks ago

Meet James and canine partner Spud

During National Walk Your Dog Month, we’re highlighting how an assistance dog can restore confidence, independence and the joy of being outside.    For many people living with physical disabilities, the world beyond their front door can feel daunting. Leaving the house can seem overwhelming or even impossible. At Canine Partners, our partners tell us time … read more

Posted 1 month ago