POOCH CORNER – Breaking Down Walls: My Journey Back to Canine Care

As some of you may know, I have been absent from The Adventure Geek Dog Pack walks and my work as a Clinical Canine Massage Therapist for a little while. This week marked my return, and I was a bit apprehensive—imposter syndrome was rearing its ugly head again. Have you heard of it? It’s when…

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ROMANIAN TRIP 2024 – Travel Day

The one with a flight full of Rugby players, an educating walk in the rain, and the most amazing dinner! HIGHLIGHTS OF Today: I was looking forward to sleeping in a huge Premier Inn bed, which is super comfy. Did you know you can buy Premier Inn beds, pillows, mattress covers etc? The room was…

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POOCH CORNER – TOUGH TIMES

It seems that the universe is challenging me.  The last few months have been difficult and trying to find joy has been increasingly hard.My constant – other than my amazing husband and our two sons, is LJ our beloved Springer Spaniel. LJ is my joy.  When I wake up, I see her warm loving brown…

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POOCH CORNER – SMILE! BUT NO TEETH PLEASE

Do you smile at your dog? I smile every time I see LJ.  LJ brings so much joy, love, laughter and light into my life its crazy. I bet you all feel the same way. BUT when you smile at your dog do you show your teeth? I don’t and I won’t to any dog…

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POOCH CORNER – PUCKER UP!

I saw a video on Facebook this week. A lady was holding a Labrador adolescent puppy on her lap (one of the gentlest dogs ever) and kissing him on the lips!  She kept on kissing even when the puppy moved his head away and tried to get free. It was obvious that the puppy was…

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POOCH CORNER – IT’S TICK TIME…

Yes, dare I say it’s tick time already. Those nasty little blighters are out! How do I know? – My Springer Spaniel… LJ! Yesterday I found a huge tick on LJ’s neck. It took both myself and hubby to remove it. My hubby holds her still while I remove the tick. LJ wiggles a bit!!…

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Embracing Serenity: Top 10 Ways to Protect Your Inner Peace

Maintaining inner peace amidst chaos can feel like a whirlwind task in today’s fast-paced world. Yet, amongst the hustle and bustle, safeguarding our inner tranquillity is essential for our mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being. As some of you may know, my campervan is my little piece of calm, aptly named SID (Serenity in Disguise).  Over…

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Finding Happiness in the Climb: Lessons from Life’s Mountains

“Everyone wants to live on top of the mountain, but all the happiness and growth occurs while you’re climbing it.” ― Andy Rooney In our pursuit of happiness, it’s common to yearn for the summit, the pinnacle of success or achievement. We often fixate on reaching that mountaintop, believing it to be the ultimate source…

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Living With Terminal Cancer – by Ian Hensley

The following blog has been written by me, Ian Hensely, and refers to how I have adjusted to living with terminal cancer. It is intended to help those who have cancer or indeed those who wish to see how an ordinary man in the street copes with such an illness. When it all began In…

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POOCH CORNER – CAN I PAT YOUR DOG?

Passionate post alert!!! I feel very strongly about this and my husband thinks I’m being a tad preachy but all I ask of you is to bear with me! In light of all the recent dog attacks and breeds being banned, it’s quite opportune. When you are out and about with your dog, have you…

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