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perfectlypolitedac
Jan 9, 202410 min read
Moving home? Lots of things to think about....
I had a request….a blog on moving homes. A massively huge thanks to my Barking Course Graduates for sharing their pics and tips! The...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jan 5, 20249 min read
The controversy of collar vs Harness and IVDD.
Its so confusing knowing what to do. Here's my thoughts. With the recent blog shared by Dachshund Health UK on the use of harnesses or...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jan 4, 20247 min read
Lets talk about bottoms.....
They do have the loveliest of rumps don’t they? But I’m not here to talk about those gawgus wiggly butts…..I want to talk about something...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jan 3, 20249 min read
Seeing past the worries about IVDD and enjoying your dachshund.
Its great so many people are aware of IVDD, but its sad that so many are now missing out on so much because they are so worried. I hope...
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perfectlypolitedac
Dec 31, 20238 min read
Welcome 2024....nearly.
Reflecting on 2023 and thinking about things to come Its New Years Eve! Every year I try and reflect back on the year and think about...
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perfectlypolitedac
Dec 24, 20235 min read
Wishing you all a peaceful, calm and happy Christmas
Thinking about the Christmas Spirit and what it means. I’ve been trying to write this blog for ages, but I just have a mental block! I...
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perfectlypolitedac
Dec 17, 20239 min read
Its not all roses and sunshine, but a little rain helps you grow!
This is a long, emotional brain dump with very few pictures. This one is for those who struggle with mental health and their families and...
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perfectlypolitedac
Dec 5, 20239 min read
My dog doesn’t eat treats or play with toys…..what do I do?
Life is full of rewards, think outside of the box! I often read comments on various posts where people really struggle when their dogs...
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perfectlypolitedac
Oct 17, 20235 min read
"Knock, Knock!!" "Who's there?" "Bang, Bang!"
Halloween and Guy Fawkes.....That time of year again!! The 2 scariest times of year for animals and many people. Hopefully this blog...
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perfectlypolitedac
Oct 8, 20239 min read
Gah, my wonderful puppy is a pre-teen! Introducing Godzella!!
What do I do and what does that mean? A lot of people will say “oh it’s a fear stage” or be more technical with it’s a “secondary fear...
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perfectlypolitedac
Oct 4, 20238 min read
Its all about the Body Language baby!
(Yea, the Little mermaid was my fave film growing up!) But it really is all in the body language" We often say, “I wish he could just...
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perfectlypolitedac
Sep 24, 202311 min read
Bringing your newborn baby home.
Some thoughts and considerations surrounding bringing home your new baby and helping your dachshund (and you) cope. I am often asked for...
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perfectlypolitedac
Sep 11, 20235 min read
The Ripple effect and a dog owners plea.
Every action we make are like ripples in a pond! It is your choice as to whether they are positive or negative. This is a topic I often...
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perfectlypolitedac
Aug 23, 202310 min read
Do dogs get Dementia?
Yes, sadly they do......here's some advice from those I've owned over the years. I’m sorry for this blogs length, but its an important...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jun 30, 20234 min read
Bringing home your puppy...funny with a 'dash' of truth!
The dream vs the reality....hopefully this gives you all a giggle, some of you reasurrance and all of us a reminder that puppy's are hard...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jun 27, 20233 min read
Puppy, puppy....PUPPPPPPYYYYY POWERRRRRR!!!!!!!!!
What I would be looking for when looking for a new companion..... In anticipation of releasing some new dates for my popular online puppy...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jun 9, 20235 min read
Saying goodbye to an older friend
How we say thank-you, thank you for everything. Today, I had to say goodbye to our lovely Gucci. Gucci came into our lives when her...
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perfectlypolitedac
Jun 1, 20236 min read
LETS TALK NEUTERING!!
It's always a topic of worry and conversation which causes heated conversations about when or if to do it! Opinions vary strongly across...
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perfectlypolitedac
Mar 19, 20237 min read
Its mother's day....what does that mean?
As its mothers day I was thinking….as I do……and apologies I go off tangent, but hopefully I make some sense, which you may or may not...
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perfectlypolitedac
Mar 11, 20238 min read
Farewell my darling boy Spesh. 02/03/2021-09/03/2023
A tribute to Spesh and hope my grief may help others who are also mourning the loss of a soul mate. I am obviously grieving the loss of...
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