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!

World Osteoporosis Day: Hazel’s Story

Hazel has Osteoporosis and Arthritis, meaning her bones break very easily and her joints don’t support her. “I can’t walk very far without getting out of breath, I break bones easily, and my joints don’t support me properly – I fall over a lot,” she explains. “I use a wheelchair most of the time.”  After … read more

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Supporting your dog through fireworks

Here are some tips for supporting your dog during the firework season.  Recognising signs of stress  Look out for signs of fear or anxiety in your dog around firework season:  Trembling or shaking  Restlessness and pacing  Destructive behaviour  Hiding  Panting or lip smacking  Seeking attention  Whining or barking  Attempts to escape  Loss of house training  … read more

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A week with a Puppy Training volunteer

Meet Leslie, one of our volunteers who is helping guide puppies on their journey to become life-changing assistance dogs. Leslie from Leicestershire, has been volunteering with us for three years, since losing his beloved wife. He welcomed his first puppy, Candy, four months later. After 18 months, Candy left for Assistance Dog Training. Leslie recalls … read more

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Meet Jane and canine partner Walshy  

  In April 2009, everything changed for Jane when she became seriously unwell with a spinal abscess and meningitis. Her husband, Richard, was told she was unlikely to survive overnight. But against all the odds, she did. Three months in hospital was followed by five months in a spinal rehab unit. When Jane finally came … read more

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Winter wellbeing tips from Veterinary Nurse Hayley

Keeping tails wagging this Winter From icy mornings to shorter days, winter brings extra challenges for our four-legged friends. Hayley, our Veterinary and Wellbeing Manager, had shared top tips for keeping dogs happy and healthy during the cold weather. Winter walkies Cold weather can be a shock, especially for some coat types (such as greyhounds), … read more

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