26 August 2008

Paws for Thought

London Dog Guide 2008

Need to teach an old dog new tricks?

EDUCATE
Dog Service will teach Buster good manners and more (they’ll give him walkies, too). Keep him calm and focused with the soothing sounds of Dog-Gone Songs, then stimulate poor (or is that paw?) coordination with lots of doggie toys.

LISTEN
Always make time to hear what he has to say: with Talking Pets, it’ll be strictly on the record.

CLEAN
No one likes a litterbug, so use a colourful dog poo bag to clean up Rover’s mess.

GROOM
Pretty Paws (37 Craven Road, W2 3BX; 020 7262 7884) will have him looking his best, while a daily dose of Bionic Biotic will get him fit and healthy. If Henry’s really hot, sign him up with PetLondon model agency; kit him out with Dog Adorers’s Wrist Walker or Ankle Anchor at future castings.

APPRECIATE
Even if he is barking mad, make him feel appreciated with a Youdoopet. Above all, show some kindness and compassion to your four-legged friend.

In your eyes, he’ll always be top dog.

For further canine inspiration, see our 2007 and 2006 guides.