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Welcome to Mutts About Town
🐾 Dog Walker & Animal Nutritionist
📍 Scunthorpe
20+ yrs experience (breeding & rescue)
🚗 DBS checked
📩 Message to book walks or enquire

🐾 Types of Brushes for Dogs – Choosing the Right OneUsing the correct brush for your dog’s coat type is essential for ke...
22/04/2026

🐾 Types of Brushes for Dogs – Choosing the Right One

Using the correct brush for your dog’s coat type is essential for keeping their coat healthy, comfortable, and free from matting. Different brushes are designed for different coat types, and using the wrong one can be ineffective or even uncomfortable for your dog.

Here’s a simple guide to some of the most common types 👇

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✨ Slicker Brush
Ideal for removing loose hair, tangles, and small mats.
Best suited to medium to long coats and dogs prone to matting.

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✨ Bristle Brush
Helps to distribute natural oils through the coat, leaving it shiny and smooth.
Best for short-haired breeds and finishing off after grooming.

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✨ Pin Brush
Great for gently detangling without pulling too much on the coat.
Perfect for long, silky coats that need regular maintenance.

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✨ De-shedding Tools
Designed to remove loose undercoat and reduce shedding.
Most effective for double-coated breeds, especially during shedding seasons.

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💡 Why Grooming Matters

Regular brushing isn’t just about how your dog looks it plays a big role in their overall health:
• Prevents painful matting and knots
• Reduces excess shedding around the home
• Stimulates the skin and promotes healthy coat growth
• Helps you spot lumps, bumps, or skin issues early
• Strengthens the bond between you and your dog

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⚠️ Important to Remember

Not every brush suits every dog. Coat type, length, and even your dog’s tolerance to grooming all need to be considered. Using the wrong tool can cause discomfort or damage the coat over time.

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📍 Scunthorpe
📩 Message me for advice or to book

🐾 Local Vets in Scunthorpe & Surround areas.Looking for a trusted vet in the Scunthorpe area? Here are some highly rated...
20/04/2026

🐾 Local Vets in Scunthorpe & Surround areas.

Looking for a trusted vet in the Scunthorpe area? Here are some highly rated practices offering everything from routine check-ups to emergency care:

Medivet Scunthorpe
📍 Calcot House, Winterton Road, Scunthorpe
📞 01724 608555

Old Registry Vets (24hrs)
📍 92 Oswald Road, Scunthorpe DN15 7PA
📞 01724 898551

Rase Veterinary Centre (Market Rasen)
📍 9 Gallamore Lane, Market Rasen LN8
📞 01724 786232

Vets for Pets Scunthorpe
📍 Lakeside Pkwy, Scunthorpe DN16 3UA
📞 01724 407950

Medivet Ashby
📍 287 Ashby High Street, Scunthorpe DN16 2RY
📞 01724 842655

Medicare Crowle
📍 1 Church Lane, Crowle DN17 4LQ
📞 01724 711727

Medivet Winterton
📍 7 High Street, Winterton, Scunthorpe DN15 9PU
📞 01724 735003

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🐶 Services you can expect:

✔ Routine health checks & vaccinations
✔ Emergency & out-of-hours care
✔ Surgical procedures
✔ Pet health advice & support

💡 Tip: Save your nearest vet’s number now — in an emergency, every second counts.

🐾 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 – What Every Dog Owner Should Know 🐾 Puppies are usually protected from many infections in their first f...
17/04/2026

🐾 𝐕𝐚𝐜𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 – What Every Dog Owner Should Know 🐾

Puppies are usually protected from many infections in their first few weeks thanks to immunity passed through their mother’s milk. However, this protection doesn’t last forever.

Vaccinations typically begin between 6–9 weeks of age, followed by a course of initial injections and then regular boosters throughout your dog’s life.

⚠️ Important:
Until your puppy’s vaccinations are complete (usually around 11–13 weeks, always follow your vet’s advice), they should avoid:
• Public outdoor areas
• Gardens where unvaccinated dogs may have been

🐶 But don’t forget… socialisation still matters!
This is a key learning stage for your puppy. Many vets offer safe puppy socialisation classes, helping them build confidence while minimising risk.

✔️ Good breeders and reputable rehoming charities will provide vaccination records and ensure puppies are up to date before going to their new homes.
✔️ If you’re ever unsure about your dog’s vaccination history, always speak to your vet restarting a course is safe if needed.

💉 Ongoing care:
After the initial course, your dog will need regular boosters:
• Some vaccines are yearly (e.g. leptospirosis)
• Others may be every 3 years (depending on your vet’s advice)

Your vet will provide a vaccination card keep it safe and up to date 📅

Keeping vaccinations current is one of the simplest ways to protect your dog’s health and wellbeing 🤎

🐾 Meet the Walker 🐾Hi, I’m Sarah – the face behind Mutts About Town 👋I’ve had dogs my entire life, and at 25 I now have ...
13/04/2026

🐾 Meet the Walker 🐾

Hi, I’m Sarah – the face behind Mutts About Town 👋

I’ve had dogs my entire life, and at 25 I now have over 20 years of hands-on experience caring for them. From growing up around dogs to being involved in breeding, rescue, and rehabilitation, animals have always been a huge part of my life 🐶

I started my own dog walking and animal nutrition business back in 2019, and after a short break, I’m now back in 2026 and ready to welcome new dogs again.

Alongside dog walking, I also have a background in animal nutrition and equine training. This means I don’t just walk dogs,I understand their behaviour, feeding, and overall wellbeing on a deeper level.

Your dog’s safety and happiness always come first.
I am:
✔️ DBS checked
✔️ Experienced with dogs of all ages, sizes & temperaments
✔️ Reliable, patient, and genuinely passionate about what I do

Whether your dog needs a fun, energetic walk or a calmer, more tailored approach, I treat every dog like my own 🤍

📍Scunthorpe
📩 Message me to enquire

🐾 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫 – What You Need to Know 🐾 Canine distemper is a serious viral disease that once wiped out entire pop...
10/04/2026

🐾 𝐂𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐞𝐫 – What You Need to Know 🐾

Canine distemper is a serious viral disease that once wiped out entire populations of dogs. Thanks to vaccinations introduced in the 1950s, it’s now rare,but still a real risk for unvaccinated dogs or those not up to date with boosters.

⚠️ Early signs can include:
• Mucus from eyes and nose
• Loss of appetite
• Coughing
• Fever (can come and go)
• Pneumonia

These early symptoms can be easy to miss, especially in dogs with partial protection from missed boosters.

As the virus progresses, it may cause:
• Vomiting and diarrhoea
• Thickened paw pads (“hard pad disease”)

🧠 In more serious cases, the nervous system can be affected, leading to:
• Seizures (from mild tremors to full convulsions)
• Twitching
• Weakness or stiffness
• Loss of balance

Diagnosis can be difficult, and your vet may use tests such as a PCR blood test to help confirm it.

💉 The good news:
With early supportive care, some dogs can recover especially if their immune system responds quickly. However, once the nervous system is involved, the risk of long-term complications or death increases.

✔️ Prevention is key: keeping your dog’s vaccinations and boosters up to date is the best protection.

Your dog’s health and safety always comes first 🤎

🐾 Dog Walker 🐾I’ve got 2 spaces available this week for regular walks/ meet and greets🎉 Intro offer:£10 (30 mins) | £15 ...
06/04/2026

🐾 Dog Walker 🐾

I’ve got 2 spaces available this week for regular walks/ meet and greets

🎉 Intro offer:

£10 (30 mins) | £15 (1 hour)

(limited spaces this week)

✅ Fully insured
✅ DBS checked
✅ 1-1 walks only

📍 Covering Gunness, Keadby, Scunthorpe

Message me to secure a slot

🐾 When Is a Dog Considered a Puppy?Dogs are considered puppies from birth until they reach adolescence, though this can ...
04/04/2026

🐾 When Is a Dog Considered a Puppy?

Dogs are considered puppies from birth until they reach adolescence, though this can vary by breed:
• Small breeds: Up to around 9–12 months
• Medium breeds: Up to around 12 months
• Large breeds: Up to around 12–18 months
• Giant breeds: Up to around 18–24 months

This is the most important stage for growth, learning, and development.

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🧠 Common Traits in Puppies

Physical Development

Puppies grow rapidly and need the right support:
• Fast growth and high energy levels
• Developing bones, joints, and muscles
• Teething (chewing is very common)
• Soft coat that changes as they mature
• Sensitive stomachs and specific nutritional needs

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Behavior & Temperament

Puppies are learning about the world every day:
• Curious, playful, and sometimes mischievous
• Short attention spans
• Learning basic commands and boundaries
• Socialisation is key (people, dogs, environments)
• May show nipping, jumping, or chewing behaviours

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💡 Key Focus During Puppy Stage

This stage shapes the dog they’ll become:
• Consistent training and positive reinforcement
• Early socialisation and exposure
• Safe toys for teething and play
• Establishing routines (feeding, toilet, sleep)
• Regular vet checks and vaccinations

🐾 𝐋𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬 – A Serious Risk to Dogs (and Humans) 🐾 Leptospirosis is a serious, fast-progressing disease that can l...
03/04/2026

🐾 𝐋𝐞𝐩𝐭𝐨𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐬𝐢𝐬 – A Serious Risk to Dogs (and Humans) 🐾

Leptospirosis is a serious, fast-progressing disease that can lead to organ failure if not treated quickly.

It spreads through the urine of infected animals, often contaminating water or soil. Dogs can become infected through the eyes, nose, mouth, or broken skin making everyday environments a potential risk.

⚠️ Common signs to watch for:
• Fever
• Vomiting
• Diarrhoea
• Loss of appetite
• Abdominal pain
• Severe weakness or depression
• Stiffness and muscle pain
• Increased thirst

In some cases, dogs may show very mild or no symptoms at all, which makes this disease particularly dangerous.

🐶 Important to know:
• Younger dogs are often more severely affected
• The disease can spread to humans
• Even with treatment, there may be long-term health complications

💉 The good news:
Leptospirosis can be treated with antibiotics but early detection is crucial.

🚨 If you suspect your dog may be unwell, contact your vet immediately. Tests can be carried out to confirm the diagnosis and start treatment as soon as possible.

✔️ Keeping your dog’s vaccinations up to date is one of the best ways to protect them.

Your dog’s health and safety always comes first 🤎

Excited to share that we’re now ambassadors for Butternut Box 🐾🤍If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your dog’s food,...
01/04/2026

Excited to share that we’re now ambassadors for Butternut Box 🐾🤍

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your dog’s food, this is a great time to try it.

Butternut Box make freshly prepared meals, cooked like you would at home and delivered in perfectly portioned packs simple, fresh, and balanced.

You can get 50% off your first AND second box using my code:

✨ MUTTSABOUTTOWN50 ✨

It’s an easy way to see what works for your dog and explore a different approach to feeding.

Every dog is different, but nutrition plays a huge role in their health, energy, and behaviour so it’s always worth getting right.

Let me know if you try it 🐶

🐾 When Is a Dog Considered an Adult?A dog reaches adulthood after their puppy stage, though timing can vary by size and ...
01/04/2026

🐾 When Is a Dog Considered an Adult?

A dog reaches adulthood after their puppy stage, though timing can vary by size and breed:
• Small breeds: Around 1 year
• Medium breeds: Around 1–2 years
• Large breeds: Around 1.5–2 years
• Giant breeds: Around 2–3 years

This stage is when dogs are fully developed physically and mentally, making it the perfect time to focus on long-term health, training, and routine.

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🧠 Common Traits in Adult Dogs

Physical Condition

Adult dogs are typically in their prime, but still need consistent care:
• Strong, well-developed muscles
• Stable weight (with proper diet and exercise)
• Healthy coat and skin
• High energy levels depending on breed
• Dental health still important to maintain

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Behavior & Temperament

By adulthood, most dogs have settled into their personality:
• More predictable behavior and routines
• Better focus and responsiveness to training
• Balanced energy levels (less hyper than puppies)
• Strong bonding with owners
• Confidence, though some may still show mild anxiety in new situations

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💡 Key Focus During Adult Years

This stage is all about maintenance and prevention:
• Regular exercise to prevent weight gain
• Ongoing training and mental stimulation
• Routine vet check-ups
• Balanced diet suited to activity level
• Monitoring for early signs of health changes

🐾 When Is a Dog Considered a Senior?A dog’s senior stage varies by size and breed, as larger dogs tend to age more quick...
30/03/2026

🐾 When Is a Dog Considered a Senior?

A dog’s senior stage varies by size and breed, as larger dogs tend to age more quickly:
• Small breeds: Approximately 8–10 years
• Medium breeds: Approximately 7–9 years
• Large breeds: Approximately 6–8 years
• Giant breeds: Approximately 5–7 years

Understanding this timeline helps pet owners take proactive steps to support long-term health and comfort.

🧠 Common Changes in Senior Dogs

Physical Changes

As dogs age, gradual physical changes are common, including:
• Graying around the muzzle and face
• Reduced mobility or stiffness (arthritis is frequent)
• Declining vision or hearing
• Noticeable weight gain or weight loss
• Dental concerns such as tartar buildup, bad breath, or tooth loss

Behavioral & Cognitive Changes

Senior dogs may also experience behavioral or mental shifts, such as:
• Increased sleeping or lower energy levels
• Decreased interest in vigorous play
• Occasional anxiety or confusion
• Canine Cognitive Dysfunction (CCD) in some dogs, which may include:
• Disorientation
• Accidents in previously house-trained dogs
• Restlessness or pacing at night

🐣🐾 Easter Dangers for Dogs – What to Watch Out ForA number of foods and flowers around Easter can be harmful to your dog...
27/03/2026

🐣🐾 Easter Dangers for Dogs – What to Watch Out For

A number of foods and flowers around Easter can be harmful to your dog, including:
• Chocolate Easter eggs
• Hot cross buns & Simnel cake
• Spring flowers (daffodils, tulips, crocus)
• Fatty or salty leftovers from Easter meals

👉 Keep all harmful items well out of reach and always supervise your dog during this time.

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🍫 Chocolate

Chocolate poisoning is very common at Easter due to the amount in homes.

Chocolate contains theobromine, which is toxic to dogs.
⚠️ The darker the chocolate, the more dangerous it is.

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🍇 Hot Cross Buns & Simnel Cake

These contain raisins, sultanas, and currants, which are highly toxic to dogs.
Even small amounts can cause serious illness.

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🌷 Spring Bulbs & Flowers

Toxic plants include:
• Daffodils
• Tulips
• Spring crocus

Dogs may dig up and eat bulbs or chew flowers — both can be dangerous.

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💡 Top Tips

• Don’t leave food unattended
• Keep treats and plants out of reach
• Watch for sneaky scavengers!
• Contact your vet immediately if you’re concerned

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📩 If you’d like guidance, feel free to message us.
As qualified animal nutritionists, we’re happy to help — but always follow your vet’s advice first.

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Tuesday 10:30am - 3pm
Wednesday 10:30am - 3pm
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