Mutterly Hampshire

17/09/2025

If your dog is going through adolescence (Mango is), this is a great listen from one of our listed dog trainers, Nathan Dunleavy.

https://open.spotify.com/episode/24WuQ6vZOxeyF5R4k7eGHe?si=V1oI76sKSdyQD1g6K92Jhw

15/09/2025

Do you let your dog on the furniture? Our rule is yes, on the furniture (hence a battered leather sofa), but the bedrooms are out of bounds.

08/09/2025

Bonfire Night can be beautiful for us, but terrifying for our dogs. 🐶💥
We’ve put together a step-by-step guide to help you prepare your dog and keep them calm during fireworks.

✔️ Den setup ideas
✔️ Free Work & soothing activities
✔️ TTouch ear work
✔️ Vet-approved calming aids
✔️ 2025 Hampshire fireworks dates

👉 Read the full guide here:

Fireworks may light up the Hampshire skies on Bonfire Night, but for many dogs it’s pure terror. Trembling, panting, hiding, barking — around half of all dogs in the UK struggle when fireworks start, and without help their fear often gets worse each year.The good news? With preparation, the righ...

28/08/2025

🐾 Thinking of getting a puppy?

Before you fall for those beautiful big eyes and that gorgeous puppy belly, make sure you’re asking the right questions.

From health tests ✅ to meeting mum 🐶, we’ve pulled together a FREE Puppy Buyer Checklist to help you spot a responsible breeder and avoid the puppy farms.

Read the blog and download the free checklist here. https://www.mutterlyhampshire.co.uk/post/puppy-breeder-questions-hampshire

Because the best start in life makes all the difference 💛

Thinking about adding a puppy to your family? Exciting times! 🎉 But before you fall for those big eyes on a website or a too-good-to-be-true advert, it’s worth knowing how to spot a responsible breeder.Sadly, not all breeders put the welfare of their dogs first. The good news? With the right qu...

11/08/2025

🐾 How much should you pay for a dog walker in Hampshire? 🐾

Whether it’s a weekday group walk or a weekend solo stroll, dog walking prices in Hampshire can vary a lot — and it’s not always easy to know what’s reasonable.

That’s why we’ve put together our 2025 Dog Walking Prices in Hampshire – At a Glance Guide, covering:
✅ Average local rates for group & solo walks
✅ Puppy visit prices
✅ What’s usually included (and what’s not!)
✅ Local council rules on group sizes
✅ My own experience of what’s safe & manageable

📄 Plus, you can download our free ‘Prices at a Glance’ infographic to keep handy when comparing walkers.

🐶 Read the full guide here:
👉 https://www.mutterlyhampshire.co.uk/post/dog-walking-prices-in-hampshire-the-complete-guide-for-2025

💌 Know someone looking for a walker? Share this post and help them find the right fit for their pup!

If you’re searching for dog walkers in Hampshire, one of the first questions you’ll have is: How much will it cost?The answer depends on the type of walk, your location, and the experience of the walker — but knowing the going rates will help you budget and choose the right person for your dog...

09/08/2025

Another hot week is coming.

Wanna know the best shaded walks for your dog? Check out my blog, complete with:

🚗 where to park
🦌what wildlife to expect
🍺and post walkies refreshment spots.

https://www.mutterlyhampshire.co.uk/post/best-dog-friendly-shaded-walks-in-hampshire-with-water

Know some other great walks for hot weather? Let me know!

07/08/2025

🐾 Looking for fun things to do with your dog this weekend? We’ve got you covered!

From dog shows and shady woodland walks to dog-friendly cafés and must-visit local spots – our latest Utterly Mutterly round-up is packed with ideas to keep tails wagging and noses sniffing.

✨ Highlights this week:
🐶 South Downs Show – packed with fun dog events and a dedicated Dog Zone
🌳 Shady walks at Itchen Valley & Waggoners Wells
🍴 Fab dog-friendly pit stops for post-walk treats
🐕‍🦺 Plus, meet The Dog Walkers Tale – a local gem offering walks, adventure trips & more!

Tap the link to read the full round-up, or head to mutterlyhampshire.co.uk to find out what else is on for you and your dog.

Got a local fave we should know about? Tag us or drop us a message!
https://www.mutterlyhampshire.co.uk/so/b9PY3D6Ef?languageTag=en

What's on for you and your dog this weekend?

05/08/2025

🐾 What’s On for Dog Lovers in Hampshire – August 2025

Looking for dog-friendly things to do this summer? Whether your pup loves a muddy trail, a fun dog show or just meeting new friends, there’s something for everyone this August across Hampshire!

Here’s our pick of the best events this month 🐶👇

📅 Saturday 9th & Sunday 10th August – South Downs Show
📍 Queen Elizabeth Country Park, PO8 0QE
🎪 Expect fun dog shows, gundog scurries, agility demos, have-a-go activities, and tons of shopping stalls. A big weekend for all the family (dogs included)!

📅 Saturday 30th August – Kingsley Village Fete & Dog Show
📍 Kingsley, near Bordon, GU35 9ND
🐶 A proper village fete with a brilliant little dog show. Classes often include Prettiest Girl, Handsome Boy, and Waggiest Tail. Tea, cake, and a fab community vibe.

📅 Saturday 30th August – Hampshire Dachs-fest
📍 Westlands Farm Shop, SO32 2JW
🌭 A festival just for Dachshunds! Fun dog show, stalls, live music, yummy food, and plenty of sausages on tiny legs.

📅 Sunday 31st August – Bark in the Park, Ringwood
📍 Carver’s Recreation Ground, BH24 1JD
🐾 A fun-packed family day with companion dog shows, have-a-go activities, fastest recall, hay bale racing, and over 40 dog-friendly stalls.

That’s your August sorted! More details and links to the relevant websites can be found on our website. https://www.mutterlyhampshire.co.uk/dog-shows-hampshire-2025

Let us know if you’re heading to any of these – and don’t forget to tag us so we can share your pics 🐾

Got an event we’ve missed? Pop it in the comments or message us – we’re always happy to share free listings for local dog-friendly fun! 🐶💚

Looking for dog-friendly events & dog shows in Hampshire 2025? From fun dog shows to countryside fêtes, here’s your ultimate guide!

31/07/2025

🐾 Hampshire Weekend Hot List for Dog Lovers! 🐾

We’ve done the digging—now all you need to do is grab your lead and pick your adventure!

✨ This weekend:
• Oakhanger Dog Show (Sun): Friendly classes, stalls & community fun!
• Barklife Festival, Southsea (Sun): Agility, live music, shopping & happy tails!
• Lepe Country Park: Coastal walks + dog-friendly beach = heaven
• Micheldever Woods: Magical trails for summer exploring
• The Rockingham Arms, West Wellow: Pub garden straight onto Canada Common—walkies & then a cold drink!
• Barton's Mill, Old Basing: Riverside pub perfection and pups very welcome

Love these? There’s a full directory of events, walks, AND best dog-friendly eats at Mutterly Hampshire—just pop to our website for more ideas!

🐶 Discover somewhere new? Tag us —let’s share those adventures!

Have a brilliant weekend,
Claire & Mango x

30/07/2025

This summer, unleash the fun with your dog! 🐶🏃‍♂️

Discover how to get started with Agility, Hoopers, and Canicross.

Read all about it here: https://wix.to/4QHi9As

Everything you need to know to get started, from first steps to finding your local tribeIf you’re looking for ways to keep your dog happy, healthy, and mentally sharp (and maybe make some new friends yourself!), dog sports are an absolute game-changer. Here are three of Hampshire’s most accessib...

11/07/2025

HOT WEATHER & AN INCREASE IN BITE RISK 🥵

We've had some very hot weather recently in the UK, and for many parts of the UK- the next three days are going to be scorchio!

It's important to be aware that being too hot can lower thresholds for tolerance and overt reactions- and not just in 'reactive' dogs.

And not just in dogs!

There's a correlation between human riots and an increase in crime during a significant rise in temperature (27 to 32 degrees).
It is well established that in people, heat stress causes irritability and an increased likelihood of aggressive behaviour.

Being hot and bothered is a physical stressor - the body works hard to return to homeostasis.

Cognitive processes can be negatively affected. So if your dog is not responding to as they would normally, consider the effects of heat.

Furthermore- being too hot can interfere with a dog's ability to rest and sleep. During rest and sleep, stress is lowered, and subsequently compromised rest and sleep affects behaviour.

This can affect (lower) the dog's threshold for emotional stress.


🐕 Two unfamiliar dogs meeting while both are hot and bothered is less likely going to result in a healthy interaction. Now is the time to largely keep yourselves to yourselves on walks, or monitor the body language of both dogs very carefully.

🏡 Extra caution should be taken in situations that your dog may struggle with, such as around visitors to the home.

🧒 But the greatest caution of all should be taken around up-close interactions in ALL dogs, especially those who live children.

Remember these basic safeguarding rules;

1. No faces near faces.

2. Let sleeping dogs lie.

3. Do not forcefully take resources (toys, food or anything the dog has found/picked up) off a dog.
Children should never take things off a dog.

4. Do not 'box dogs in' with your interaction.

- Always ensure they can easily move away by not blocking a dog's ability to move forward/away (for example, wrapping your arms around to hug a dog front on makes it near impossible for them to easily disengage).

- The safest way to interact is to invite a dog to come to you.
Alternatively, if you do approach then do so when they are awake and instead of swooping straight in with strokes- wait for them to signal to you they are keen for an interaction.

- Stop stroking after 2-3 seconds, and see if your dog communicates to you they would like more, or if they are done.
This is called the consent test, and it's something all children (and adults) should be aware of.


Most people who get bitten by a dog know the dog well, didn't think their dog would ever bite someone and didn't see the bite coming.

Most dog bites are on faces and hands of someone close to the dog, and this tells us a lot about what the person was LIKELY doing (Note, there are always exceptions).


As I always say to my clients ......

🗣️ Never take your dog's current level of tolerance for granted.

05/06/2025

🔦Spotlight: Walking Paws Around Bordon

Run by Olivia King, one of our Gold members, Walking Paws Around Bordon is a gentle and reliable dog walking service for Bordon and the surrounding areas.

Livvy says,
"At Walking Paws Around Bordon, we believe every dog deserves a walk that’s as comforting as it is enriching. Whether your furry friend prefers a peaceful solo stroll or the company of a small group, we’re here to help them enjoy every step.

Our signature Buddy Walks are a favourite among our clients – thoughtfully matched groups of two to three dogs, ensuring each walk is calm, friendly, and tailored to their pace and personality. It’s a lovely way for your dog to enjoy some company while still feeling secure and relaxed.

We also offer solo walks, perfect for dogs who prefer one-on-one attention, as well as drop-in visits for a little care and companionship while you’re out.

For those with a more adventurous spirit, our Adventure Walks provide a chance to explore further afield and enjoy new sights and scents.

With Walking Paws, you can count on a caring, dependable service where your dog’s wellbeing always comes first."

Livvy is the proud owner of Labradoodle Charley who features in her beautiful logo. She is currently studying ACE Freework with a view to being able to add this to her repertoire of wonderful ways to enrich dogs.

To book your pup in with Livvy, email [email protected]