Dogs have a lot of natural behaviours that we humans sometimes find inconvenient. They sniff. They roll in things we would rather they didn’t. They chase. They carry things around. They investigate every interesting smell they can find. And some dogs really, really like to dig. For those dogs, digging isn’t necessarily a sign that […]
Every dog has their own journey, and for some, having a safe place to run, train and simply enjoy being a dog can make all the difference. Hayley recently shared Marlo’s story with us, and we’re delighted to hear how much confidence he’s gained since visiting our secure dog field in Port Glasgow. Hayley and […]
As dog owners, we all want our furry friends to live happy, healthy lives. But did you know there’s a simple set of principles that has helped shape animal welfare for decades? They’re called The Five Freedoms, and although they’re widely recognised by animal welfare organisations, many dog owners have never heard of them. The […]
As it turns out, it depends who’s asking and when! Recently, we asked a group of Run Free customers what their dogs’ favourite type of secure dog field was. We had a feeling large open grassy fields would come out on top, and they did. But what really interested us was everything else. Because our […]
(written by Gemma, Jack’s mum) When Jack was a puppy, he was being trained to become an assistance dog. He had the heart for it, the intelligence for it, and all the willingness in the world. But sometimes life has other plans. Jack struggled with the public access side of assistance work. Crowds, unfamiliar dogs […]
Most dogs enjoy a good walk on the lead, and for many owners, that’s the main way their dog gets exercise. Lead walks are wonderful for bonding, teaching manners, and exploring the local area. But when dogs also have the chance for regular off-lead exercise in a safe, secure space, it can bring a whole […]
Dogs live in a world of smells, and nothing engages their brains quite like a good sniffing challenge. A Run Free secure field isn’t just a place to run, it’s the perfect setting to play scent games that stimulate your dog’s mind, improve focus, and provide loads of fun. Here’s how you can create simple […]
