If you are
looking for a place that you and your dog can relax after a walk then we have
you covered. Below are some of the best dog friendly pubs in and around
Dartford,
The Wharf, Dartford
The Wharf is
based in Dartford’s Crossways area and is both family and dog friendly. Your
dog is welcome though out the premises so after a long walk you can enjoy some
food and drink while your dog relaxes beside you. There is a large garden area
with waterside decking and views over Cotton Lake. This is a lovely place to
sit and enjoy the views with your dog!
Pato Lounge, Orpington
Pato Lounge
is not far from Dartford, in the middle of Orpington High Street. They have dog
bowls at the ready for your dog and serve a variety of food including tapas,
breakfast and both vegan and gluten free options. They also have a quiz night
every Monday if you and your dog fancy teaming up and testing your brain power
after a nice evening walk!
Hackney Carriage, Sidcup
The Hackney
Carriage is about 20 minutes from Dartford and is a micro-brewery right near
Sidcup station. The pub is very dog friendly with water, treats and plenty of
cuddles on offer! There is a no gambling, no music and no speaking on mobile
phones rule so this is the place to go if you just want to sit, relax and chat!
The River Shuttle is also very close by as well and is perfect for some
picturesque walks with your dog!
The Ship, Wilmington
This Ship is
just round the corner from Dartford and is another dog friendly pub in the
area. The pub has nice gardens to sit and enjoy with your dog on a nice day and
also serves good food. Another positive about this pub is that you are right
next to some great places to walk your dog. There is Dartford Heath, Swanley
Park or just some of the picturesque country lanes.
The Darnley Arms, Cobham, Gravesend
The Darnley
Arms is a lovely country pub not too far from Dartford. The pub is surrounded
by lots of beautiful walks for you and your dog and so is the perfect place for
an afternoon stroll followed by a relaxing drink. This pub also serves really
nice food and is very welcoming of dogs if you have worked up an appetite
walking in the surrounding countryside.
For more information on Scamps and Champs
Dartford please visit our website.
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Well what a beautiful Easter weather we are having but whilst it makes all the difference to us humans and raises those spirits from the gloomy winter months. Please do remember the effect it has on your much loved pets, something I and the Scamps and Champs Reigate team are so conscious of and make sure all our clients have the support if they you unable to be there during the day. The continuing changeable weather also makes it challenging for pets to acclimatise to the heat, making sudden, un-seasonal hot spells even more dangerous.
Dogs rely on panting as their main method of cooling – but
it only controls body temperature up to a point. As temperatures and humidity
rise, panting is no longer able to cool them and it can lead to potentially
fatal heatstroke. I am sure by now we are all well aware of the dangers of
leaving dogs in cars during warm weather, but Scamps and Champs Reigate pet
care services just wanted to reiterate with some handy advice on keeping your
pets safe when the temperatures rise.
Don’t leave animals in cars even in the shade, car
temperatures can increase quickly and as the sun moves and shade disappears the
internal car temperature will rapidly increase. Leaving windows partially open
has little effect on car temperature, Instead, if you are stuck in traffic or
travelling, have the air conditioning on to keep the car cool and make sure
windows are shaded from direct sunlight. Ideally, leave your dog at home in hot
weather, however be conscious that conservatories and greenhouses can have
similar affects to cars.
Avoid the hottest part of the day it’s best for pets not to
stay outside in the hottest part of the day. Take dogs for walks in cooler
parts of the day in the early morning or evening and avoid any strenuous
exercise in the heat. Cats need shade and water too in fact all pets need
access to cool water and shade to keep their temperature down don’t forget your
small furries like rabbits, hamsters and guinea pigs. If your pet is unfit,
obese or suffers from a respiratory disorder, you should be particularly
careful exercising in hot or humid conditions.
You should ideally make sure you supervise activity as pets themselves won’t know when to stop in the sun. Scamps and Champs Reigate dog walking and pet care services will be happy to help with this even if it is just to pop in to check up on your loved ones and make sure they are keeping cool.
What to do if you suspect your pet has heatstroke Signs:
Rapid, heavy breathing, lack of energy, decreased urine production, bulging
eyes, and the tongue appearing long and dark red. Vomiting and/or diarrhoea can
follow. If you think your dog has heatstroke, get it to a vet as quickly as
possible. Avoid using ice or very cold water as this can cause blood vessels on
the skin surface to constrict and reduce effective cooling. It can also cause
shivering which can create more heat from the muscles. Key areas to cool are
the neck, abdomen and inner thighs with lukewarm water or water-soaked towels.
It is important that you do not over cool your dog, as this can lead to shock –
a lack of blood supply to vital organs – so using lukewarm water is important.
Out and about, cool surfaces, shade, air conditioning in cars and fans can also
aid cooling. Even if the dog is cooled, veterinary treatment is still key to
allow more targeted treatment and monitoring to occur.
I am sure all your pets are always looked after and you would never allow them to be overheated but I just wanted to put this together so you know if you are having to go out and you are worried and you have pets in the Reigate, Redhill, Banstead, Dorking and surrounding villages please do get in touch and Scamps and Champs Reigate branch will do all we can to help.
Tolearn more about our pet care services in Reigate and the surrounding areas including; dog walking, dog sitting, cat sitting, overnight pet sitting and our wedding pet chaperone service. Simply visit Scamps and Champs Reigate.
To ask us a question, to get in touch or to check service availability, simply complete our online form and we will get back to you as soon as we can.
If you can’t imagine your big day without your furry friend by your side then Scamps and Champs Dartford have the answer for you!
Our dogs
become a member of the family and at Scamps and Champs Dartford we believe you shouldn’t
have to leave them behind on your wedding day, which is why we offer a pet
chaperone service.
Our pet
chaperone service is completely tailored to both your needs and the needs of
your dog. We will sit down with you and put together a bespoke plan together
that fits perfectly around your wedding day. Whether you want your dog to just
be a part of the wedding photos, walk down the aisle with you or maybe even be
the ring bearer, we can work with you to make it happen. You just need to let
us know what your dream day would involve, and we will do our best to ensure
your dog can be a part of it.
No one wants
the added stress of worrying whether their dog is being well looked after on
their wedding day, but with our pet chaperone service you can feel reassured
that your dog is being given the love and attention they deserve. This will
leave you free to enjoy your special day.
After pick
up by our pet chaperone we can offer various services from ensuring your dog is
walked, taking your dog to be groomed to make sure they look their best for the
wedding photos and ensuring they are fed and looked after, which can include an
overnight stay in a loving home. We will try and keep your dog’s routine as
normal as possible for them to avoid any unnecessary stress and help your
special day be equally enjoyable for them.
If your
special member of the family is not a dog, then don’t worry as our pet
chaperone service covers all animals and we will do our best to ensure that no
matter how big or small your pet is we can involve them in your wedding day. We
love all animals here at Scamps and Champs Dartford and know that your wedding
day would not be the same without your pet.
So, if you are in and around the Dartford area and would love your pet to be a part of your special day then please doget in touch.
We have some really exciting news here at Scamps and Champs! Not only have we recently opened a new branch in Halifax but now we have a brand new Scamps and Champs branch opening in Chichester! That’s two new pet care service locations in one month!
Pet care services in Chichester will include; dog sitting, dog
walking, cat sitting, dog home boarding and a wedding pet chaperone service.
Scamps and Champs Chichester will be managed by Sarah, who is extremely passionate about animals and keen to work hard to provide you with an excellent service. She owns two gorgeous pets of her own and therefore completely understands how important it is, to have pet care services that you can rely on and trust.
My name is Sarah and I am passionate about bringing you and your pet a personal high-quality pet service.
I have owned and rescued dogs, cats and small animals all my adult life and right now have a German Shepherd called Shaka and British Shorthair cat called Hero.
You want your pet to be cared for, relaxed and comfortable within your own home or with one of our selected pet carers and we do to!
Our personal approach and real love of animals will make your Scamp or Champs feel safe and secure in our care. Whether that’s in your own home, with one of our home boarders, going for daily walks, being visited for a cuddle or one of our many other services.
We are fully insured, DBS checked and completely committed to your animals’ welfare. We will come and introduce ourselves to you and most importantly your pets. We know that every pet is an individual and we can tailor our service to meet your needs.
Please do give me or one of our enthusiastic team a call or drop us an email. Our number is a national number and there is always someone ready to answer your call. All messages are passed onto me personally and I will get back to you as soon as possible.
Best of luck Sarah! – Welcome to the Scamps and Champs family!
It’s not too early to enquire and book pet care services in Chichester.
For details of how to book; dog sitting, dog walking, cat sitting, dog home
boarding and a wedding pet chaperone service, see below.
To
ask Scamps and Champs Chichester a question, check pet care service
availability or to get in touch, simply complete ouronline form.
To
enquire about joining the Chichester team as a dog walker, pet sitter or dog
home boarder simply complete ouronline application.
Check Out Scamps and Champs Chichester Webpagefor More Information on Pet Care Services
It only takes a quick walk in the local parks to see Reigate
and Redhill are filled with dog lovers and they all want the best possible care
for their dogs if the need arises
Scamps and Champs Reigate branch can offer you a premium dog walking service in Reigate, Redhill and surrounding areas. I have carefully picked fellow animal lovers to care for your loved ones. One of our Reigate team can come to your home and walk your dog for you, ensuring they have an engaging, fun and stimulating walk out in the fresh air. At Scamps and Champs Reigate we are here to help if you are unable to walk them for any reason. We offer a friendly, reliable and compassionate service, which can be tailored to suit your dog’s individual needs. This can be regular or ad hoc, which is sometimes difficult to find.
Scamps and Champs Reigate will never ‘pack walk’ your dog
with multiple other dogs, as we fully understand how precious your pets are to
you and therefore we believe in a caring service and treating each dog as if it
was our own. We can offer you a regular or flexible dog walking service, each
package is tailored to your individual needs and your dog’s personality. We
will never walk your dog off the lead unless we have your consent and your dog
displays a solid recall.
When using Scamps and Champs Reigate dog walking services
you will always receive the following:
Online
Booking – we provide a quick and easy to use online booking system, so that
you can book your dog in for their walk, whilst you are anywhere and at any
time.
GPS
Location Check in Service – so that you know your pampered pup has arrived
at their destination.
GPS Route
Tracker – you can access our GPS route tracker so that you can see where
your dog is being walked and see that they are getting the walk you have been
promised.
Back up
Dog Walkers – if due to unforeseen circumstances your dog walker is unable
to attend the walk, we always try our very best to have a backup dog walker organised so that your dog
can still get out and go for their walk.
Feedback
Report – we will send you an electronic feedback report with photographs of
your dog on their walk so you can see what they have been up to.
Individualised
Group Size – Scamps and Champs don’t believe in pack walking your dog in
large groups. However, if they love company and would benefit from socialising
with other dogs, then we are happy to pair your dog up with a walking buddy or
two. Assuming everyone is getting on well with each other and that every dog is
going to benefit from a group walk, we are happy to walk your dog with up to
three other pup-pals.
In addition Scamps and Champs Reigate can also offer pop in service for all your pets so whether you have a new Puppy who is not yet ready to be fully socialised yet and needs toilet breaks, an older dog who just needs some company and to be let out or you need your cats, guinea pigs, mice, reptiles and or birds fed please do get in touch and one of the experienced team will be happy to pop by to discuss requirements.
To check availability of our pet care services, to ask us a question or to simply get in touch, completed our online form.
We have some really exciting news here at Scamps and Champs!
We have a brand new shiny Scamps and Champs branch opening this Easter in Halifax!
Pet care services in Halifax will include; dog sitting, dog walking, cat sitting, dog home boarding and a wedding pet chaperone service.
Scamps and Champs Halifax will be managed by Katie and Andrew. Andrew’s background is a senior position within the Fire and Flood industry. Katie’s background is a housewife, Mum and pet carer and recently working in admin within customer services.
We have both had pets for most of our lives. We are currently owned by a German Shepherd (Poppy), three cats (Sally, Fluffy and Henrietta), one Hamster (Mina) and our four children. We have also had mice, gerbils, rabbits, fish, ducks and a peacock in the past. As well as different breeds of dogs including; Jack Russell, Labrador and West Highland Terriers, Pugs and French Bull Terriers, to name but a few.
We are fully aware of the importance of having someone you can trust with your pets whilst you are not around. We pride ourselves on being reliable, flexible, trustworthy and we will treat your pet as if it was one of our own, whilst still carrying out your regular routine.
Katie and Andrew are working hard behind the scenes to open Scamps and Champs Halifax shortly after Easter! We for one can’t wait to see them launched and successfully in business!
Best of luck Katie and Andrew! – Welcome to the Scamps and Champs team!
It’s not too early to enquire and book pet care services in Halifax. For details of how to book; dog sitting, dog walking, cat sitting, dog home boarding and a wedding pet chaperone service, see below.
To ask Scamps and Champs Halifax a question, check pet care service availability or to get in touch, simply complete ouronline form.
To enquire about joining the Halifax team as a dog walker, pet sitter or dog home boarder simply complete ouronline application.
The
heart wrecking task of leaving behind your pooches when you’re out exploring
the gorgeous big city can be way too much to handle. However, it is equally
overwhelming to take your pup along with you. The endless list of things that
we can do to enjoy each moment of our time fails to stand at par with the
things that our dog can do while they are outside with us. How can we be sure
that the cool parks, breathtaking cafes, fun pubs, and shops that catch our eye
will be equally pup-friendly as we are? But, your fears can finally take rest
for we have compiled a list of the ultimate places that you can visit with your
pup when you’re in the Stockport area in Greater Manchester.
Tandem Coffee House
Located
in the old town of Stockport, you can finally unwind and enjoy a delicious cup
of aromatic coffee with your dog. This place has earned its name for being
super dog-friendly, top notch coffee, delectable food, and overall charm. This
place is open Monday to Saturday and has earned its fame for the fresh and wide
range of items it has on its menu. Next time, you are browsing through places
to visit with your furry friend don’t miss out Tandem Coffee House.
You
can finally enjoy what you have been waiting for so long. This cafe with its
freshly baked irresistible cakes, homemade soups, out of the world sandwiches,
and specialty coffee deserves to be on your ‘must visit’ places in Stockport.
The relaxed dining ambience is all about offering each customer and their
dog(s) a homely feel. And, when it comes to food, it is fresh and healthy.
Don’t miss out this gem of a place that is about to be your and your dog’s
favorite hangout location in Stockport. Are you ready to visit a laid-back
cafe? Then, this is it for you.
This
charming cafe deserves to earn every acclamation that it has. The amazing menu,
superior quality coffee, and the fact that it is a popular place for every dog
lover is something anyone should look forward to. This place has everything
that can transform your day into a remarkable one. The old-fashioned friendly
place with delicious homemade food is worth a visit with your buddy. Drop by
with your dog for an excellent brunch, and you will definitely keep coming
back.
If
the smell of fresh coffee, a plate full of delicacies, and your dog by your
side is what you want from your cafe, then Rhode Island Coffee won’t disappoint
you. The welcoming staff, friendly ambiance, hearty natural food, relaxation,
and enjoyment is what Rhode Island Coffee stands for. No matter how long you
intend to spend your time in this cafe, you’re bound to enjoy yourself. So, go
ahead and order a hearty amount of comfort food, a cup of freshly brewed
coffee, and feel right at home with a book and a dog. You must try all the
award-winning dishes on the menu.
This
place is everything that you and your dog would love on a day out. The menu has
some incredible and evolutionary dishes that you must give a try. As for your
dog, it can soak in a friendly atmosphere, your company, and a chilled time.
The culture of this cafe is simply remarkable. This is undoubtedly one of the
best hang out cafes you can find in your neighborhood with a vision to offer
its customers with a simple menu that comprises of some of the best drinks and
food. And, the space that it will be served in will be both wholesome and
welcoming. It is time to create cherishable memories with your dog here at No29
Coffee House and Delicatessen.
Enjoy
the season’s fresh produce and ingredients here at Feed General Store. The use
of seasonal ingredients and local supplies enhances the taste of their dishes
even more. Walk into this amazing cafe with your dog, family, and friends and
have a relaxing time. Take some time of your daily, busy life and enjoy the
tranquility of this place. Your pooch will have an equally fantastic time as
you do here.
In
here, you will have the most wonderful experiences with your dog. This cafe is
much more than the appetizing dishes it serves during breakfast and lunch. This
is another excellent dog-friendly spot for you that is simply perfect when it
comes to grabbing your everyday cup of Joe. Not only will your dog be welcomed
inside the cafe but also feel equally loved and cared for. The hearty and
equally amazing number of home-style choices in this cafe is what you need.
This
spot is another ideal location for a dog and its master. It is an extremely
popular attraction amidst dog lovers who want to be in a calm and serene
location on a late afternoon, simply relaxing the good vibes with their dog.
The food menu of this place is a never-ending list of delightful delicacies
that range from salads to quick bites, snacks, and hearty meals. Don’t miss out
on this cozy place if you happen to be in Stockport.
Brezo
Lounge is in the heart of Cheadle High Street, with a fantastic terrace outside
the front. They serve a great range
of food and drinks (including full kids,
gluten free and vegan menus) Dogs allowed inside and they will
even get dog treats and water. Perfect!
https://thelounges.co.uk/brezo
0161 4913980
SK8 Café
SK
Eight is a Coffee Shop with a difference.
They are a social enterprise which means that they run their business in
an ethical way that benefits the local community. They have a varied menu serving a delicious
selection of fresh food, from sandwiches to filled jacket potatoes and cakes
and treats. They also serve amazing Grumpy Mule coffee. A wonderful outside
area to enjoy as well as facilities that enable people to book space for
meetings.
Call
0161 486 7673
https://www.facebook.com/skeightcoffee/
These are some of the best cafes for you and the waggy tailed friend you love so much. Don’t miss out on these places for they are the most beloved hot spots in Stockport. Know of any more dog friendly coffee shops? let us know and we will add them to the list.
Contact Scamps and Champs Stockport, ask us a question or make an enquiry via ouronline form.
Having a dog is great until you want to go away for a few
days and then there is the dilemma of who is going to look after your dog and
the even bigger dilemma of whether you trust them. If you live in and around
the Dartford area we have the perfect solution for you.
At Scamps & Champs Dartford we have a number of lovely
individuals, couples and families that will board your dog in their home and
treat them as if they were their own. All our home dog boarders are CRB checked
and have gone through a rigorous selection process to ensure your dog is well
looked after and has as much fun as you do when you are away.
A lot of thought goes in to matching each dog to one of our home
boarders in and around the Dartford area. This matching process is very
important to us as we want your dog to have the most enjoyable stay and you to
have peace of mind in where you board your dog. All our home boarders are local
and so you won’t have far to travel around the Dartford area. You will always
know exactly where your dog is staying and you will also get to meet the home
boarders before your dogs stay, so you can feel reassured your dog is going to
be well looked after.
This is also the perfect solution for dogs that really
struggle being boarded in a kennel environment. For some spoilt dogs they just
don’t cope well with this, as they are so used to the comforts of being at
home. You can rest assured they will receive all the usual home comforts they
are used to if they stay with one of our trusted home boarders in Dartford,
from frequent walks and lots of cuddles to sleeping on the bed if that’s what
your dog prefers.
We will take extra care to get to know you are your dog
prior to any home boarding booking, as here at Scamps and Champs Dartford we
know the needs of each dog is different and knowing your dog is vital to making
them comfortable during any home boarding stay. Our home boarders will keep
their routine as normal as possible and will happily cater to any quirks they
may have.
If you are going away and would like to use our home boarding service in and around the Dartford area please do get in touch and we will be happy to help.
Contact usto ask a question, make an enquiry and to check availability for dog home boarding in your local area.
Bringing a
puppy into the family is an extremely exciting time for everyone and something
that millions of us do each year. However, with work commitments, children and
day-to-day life being hectic, we can’t always be home 24/7 to keep our puppies
company.
Whilst there
are gadgets readily available, such as ‘puppy camera’s’ to help monitor your
pup whilst you are out, nothing beats some good old fashioned company!
Puppies
between 8 and 12 weeks will need additional care and attention, as they often
need 3 meals a day, they are not toilet trained and they seek companionship now
that they are away from their mothers.
Puppies this
young need to be taken out to the toilet once an hour whilst you are home and
should not be left for more than a maximum of 2 to 3 hours at a time. Accidents
are still common at this age and therefore bedding and blankets need to be
checked and changed frequently, to ensure your puppy has a dry surface to lie
on.
Getting your
puppy into a routine is vital at this age and therefore keeping 3 consistent
meals a day at the same time, is important for their digestive system. Their
brains are like sponges and therefore getting them into a daily routine early on
is important for establishing good behaviour in the home.
Puppies can
suffer from separation anxiety when they are really little and whilst it is
good for them to be left for short bursts of time, so that they can get used to
being left. You really don’t want to be leaving them for more than a couple of
hours alone at this stage.
Finally, the
sooner you commence socialisation for your puppy the better! As they may not
have had completed their vaccinations at this stage, taking your puppy for
walks or socialising them with other dogs may not be an option yet.
Our puppy visiting team are a group of animal care professionals, who are fully trained and DBS checked. They can come into your home whilst you are out and
regularly check on your puppy.
Our friendly and reliable puppy visiting service means that your dog can be given
meals, fresh water, taken out for toilet breaks, enjoy some fresh air in your
garden, bedding can be changed where necessary and best of all we provide company and plenty of
cuddles.
Our animal care team can come and visit you
in your home and provide a personalised
service to suit your puppy’s needs. We will tailor our visits to suit your individual requirements and we can come as frequently as you need us to.
To learn more about Scamps and Champs
Puppy Visiting Service in your local area, to ask a question or make an enquiry,
simply complete our quick and easyonline form.
Then one of our dedicated team will
get back to you shortly!
With lambing
season coming into fruition, it’s that time of year again when we have to take
extra care on our dog walks! Particularly in rural areas where the scenery
attracts walkers and dog owners, footpaths can pass through farmers’ fields and
subsequently sheep fields. As dog owners we can often see open rolling fields
and let our dogs off the lead, not realising that just around the next corner
or over the tip of the next hill, there are sheep.
It is in a
dog’s nature however obedient they are to want to chase other animals,
therefore they will naturally want to chase sheep if they are off the lead. No
matter how small your dog is sheep will be extremely frightened by being chased
and this will cause the sheep to flee in panic. This can subsequently cause the
sheep to become injured and in some cases this can be fatal.
If the sheep
are carrying lambs then the act of them being chased can cause them to miscarry
their young, so although you may not see the harm in sheep running across a
field away from your dog, this act can in fact cause significant damage to the
sheep and their unborn young.
Sheep
worrying is in fact a serious crime as it not only endangers the well-being and
in some cases life, of the sheep and their unborn lambs, it can also be an
extremely costly act of negligence for the farmers! Some dogs even bite and
maul sheep and lambs, as part of a natural hunting instinct, this can cause
farmers significant financial burdens in vet bills and medical care.
In addition,
if a sheep is chased away by a dog, they can become separated from their lambs
and this can then cause the lambs to contract hypothermia and in some cases die
from starvation. It is absolutely vital that you keep your dogs on a lead
around any livestock and that you follow the basic legislation with regards to
walking your dog near sheep. Please find a summary of the legislation below:
“The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Act 1953, if a dog
worries sheep on agricultural land, the person in charge of the dog is guilty
of an offence. The Act considers sheep worrying to include attacking sheep,
chasing them in a way that may cause injury, suffering, abortion or loss of
produce or being at large (not on a lead or otherwise under close control) in a
field or enclosure in which there are sheep.”
(National Sheep Association, 2019).
If the legislation is not followed, in
some cases farmers have the right to shoot dogs on their land. This is only in
extreme cases, but it is simply not a risk that is worth taking, for any dog
owner. In short, if there is any risk on your walks of their being sheep, even
if they weren’t in the field the previous week, they could be there now! Look
out for signs on gates and fences as you enter fields and always keep a look
out well ahead of where you are walking. Most importantly, keep your dogs on a
lead at all times, no matter how well behaved they are! Or another option is to
opt for a different dog walking route through lambing season, somewhere with low
risk of their being sheep, such as a beach or forest walk.
Keep both you and your dog safe around any
livestock and don’t forget – sheep worrying is a crime!
To enquire about Scamps and Champs pet care
services, to check availability or make an enquiry simply contact us via our online form.
