A comprehensive guide to transforming the way we think about our garden from a dog’s perspective.

We delve deeper into what happens when our dog smells a scent, feels different textures underfoot, or navigates obstacles in their path. This helps us understand how they experience the world around them, and then we can take this knowledge to plan an area that nurtures all their senses. Mind, body, and spirit!

The why?

Allowing our dogs to express their innate behaviours in a safe environment meets many needs. Dogs explore using their nose, mouth, and feet, responding to their immediate surroundings, which provides them with continuous feedback. Giving them a space to do this enables them to lead a more fulfilled life and display balanced, contented behaviour.

Every dog will benefit, but this is especially important when establishing appropriate enrichment areas for puppies first exploring their world, senior dogs needing gentle but varied movement to help with mobility and cognitive function, those needing a safe, calm space when struggling with anxiety or reactivity, or disabled dogs needing very specific areas.

The how.

It doesn’t matter if you have a small courtyard or a large, established garden; by following simple guidelines, you will learn how to design a garden with dog-friendly herbs, various sensory textures underfoot, and interactive toys, all to enhance your dog’s well-being.

This therapeutic space will enhance the lives of both dogs and their families.

Using the space to support pollinators and wildlife.

We discuss the topic of caring for the environment to promote and support visiting wildlife, along with the importance of maintaining a chemical-free garden. 

Enjoying time in nature with our beloved companion.

We celebrate the changing seasons and the joy of sharing time in nature with our dog.