My Pom is a rescue dog who is very nervous around people she doesn't know. We've had grooming…read moreappointments where she came out shaking, but this time she seemed to enjoy her beauty appointment, which is unusual for her. She had surgery on her ear a few months ago, so the shave made her hair look all the different.

This is an online resource and has been a life-line to many I know. Lisa Tenzin-Dolma runs DIAL…read more(http://www.thedoghelpline.com/ ) and is a godsend. I have used her services before and me and my animals have benefitted enormously. She is a first rate animal behaviourist, basing her ideas on rewarding good behaviour and she has amazing results. She also teaches canine psychology at her college, which is supported by the very best in the field. People are queuing up to learn with her. (http://www.theiscp.com/ ) She is gentle, funny, efficient and caring and incredibly understanding. She cannot be more highly recommended. She uses skype, so you do not need to travel to Somerset. She has clients worldwide.

Sarah's dog training classes are highly recommended! Based…read morejust off Whiteladies Road, she holds classes most evenings. Classes are kept small so you may have to go on a waiting list. Sarah also does 1:1 sessions if you need extra help with a specific problem. Classes last an hour and are very organised - she will show you how to do exercises (such as sit, down, stay, recall) and you do them one at a time - great because you get 1:1 attention from Sarah but it does mean you have to keep your dog still whilst everyone else has their turn! Don't worry if you think that excludes your pooch - that is exactly what she is here to help with, controlling your dog. As well as lessons inside she will take dogs out for walks along the roads which is great practice. She does work dogs to getting their Kennel Club Good Citizen Awards, but you don't have to go that far if you don't want to. A six week course is £50 and you will join a group suitable for your dog's ability - beginner, intermediate or advanced. Its a lovely feeling when she asks you to move up a group! Apart from training your dog its great to meet up with other owners and realise that it isn't just your dog that is doing this, that and the other!

I can't rate this place highly enough. I have a quite nervous whippet called Herbie and they've…read morebeen so amazing at helping him out. They've always managed to fit him in when it was important. They do little things like come and give him a biscuit when he gets nervous while waiting in the waiting area. They all clearly really care about their dog/cat/patients and I wouldn't dream of taking our little guy anywhere else.

I have been to paws claws and jaws on several occasions. I have always been welcomed into the shop…read moreby the lady behind the till. When I intended on buying a harness for my dog she was really helpful I ended up going back with the dog and she showed me how to put it on and made sure it was adjusted and a correct fit. She is always willing to give advice and information. Nothing to to much trouble she helped me choose a dry food and ordered in the size sack I wanted without any problem. She phoned me when the sack arrive. Nothing to to much hasstle. Friendly informative and welcomes pets inside the shop. The store also sells livestock but the shop kepper will only sell to you if you suitable knowledge and are perpared to look after the animal etc. The only negitives i can think of are i found some items were a little more expensive in the shop that in larger pet shops but worth paying more for the advice i recieved.

A vet that isn't just comprehensive in his examinations and treatment in animals, but also gives…read moregreat advise in all matters of animal husbandry. And he is familiar with reptiles! They also have a great relationship with the specialist Dr. Owen in Bristol and referals are done quickly and effectively. I feel my pets are in safe hands here and would recommend them to anyone. Appointments can be arrange in a couple of days or if urgent even the same day. Great service and lovely staff.

very friendly vets easy to get hold of out of hours and fast if you need them always there.read more

Animal Fayre is a medium sized pet shop in Burnham Town centre. I recently visited Animal Fayre to…read morebuy some pet food and had to wait a long time to be served. This pet shop specialises in fish and the people in front of me in the queue were buying lots of fish and plants for their fish-tanks and I felt like they resented me being in their way. This shop sells everything you need for pet care but they do not have a large range of products and I was not keen on the way the shop was set out, I had to walk around the shop a few times to find what I was looking for.

This is a great little pet shop in the heart of Burnham. Allen is great and super knowledgable on…read moreall of the products he sells (which is probably why they "don't have a large range of products"). They stick to products they believe in which makes me feel confident when buying things for my dog. You can find pretty much anything at Animal Fayre. Don't know what the previous comment was about with regards to having to "walk around the shop a few times". The shop is small, so trying to find something isn't really an issue at all. The customer service is impeccable each time!

We have a little Westie (7) who had problems with her hind legs. Our vet referred her here to Dr…read more Owen to be exact. She had 2 operations here and every time she was looked after beautifully. Not only did the vet ensure, that the dog was ok, but he took us into account too. He explained in detail what would be done (with pictures and everything) and how and how we can help her to recover afterwards. They kept us informed during her stay via telephone, so we didn't have to worry. Molly had no apprehensions to go back to see the vet and in my opinion that counts for a lot. I really felt, our dog and us were in safe hands. Thank you.