Coronavirus Statement
Prevent Separation Issues in Dogs
April 23, 2020KEEP CHECKING IN: This article will be updated when there are any changes
Last update: 04.11.2020
Position Statement on Services Provided by Pooch Paws & Katey Aldred
In light of the outbreak of the corona virus (COVID-19) and government advise the following outline is the position of Pooch Paws & Katey Aldred and applies to all clients.
There are a vast selection of owners that use services including those in the more at risk group, please take a few minutes to read through this article.
UPDATE 4th November 2020
face to face services
Face to face in-person sessions can continue through the second lockdown, please read below.
Face to face services are provided at a completely private location which is just 10-minutes from St.Olaves.
GROUP CLASSES
ONLINE AND LIVE IN PERSON
Classes will be delivered online and LIVE during the second lockdown. Hopefully the last 2 classes scheduled for Saturdays in December will be in person at Ellingham subject to the points below.
Important Points:
Social Distancing Applies
Only ONE person per dog (no couples, children or friends can attend)
Maximum of 5-owners and dogs per class
Out door classes - dress appropriately
Why aren't classes at St.Olaves? St.Olaves village hall is closed until 2021.
ONLINE & LIVE CLASSES
Is available for 1-2-1 training and behaviour sessions.
1-2-1 TRAINING & BEHAVIOUR
In-person sessions still planned during the second lockdown. The local authority has provided written permission that 1-2-1 sessions can continue. A copy will be provided to all students attending sessions.
Outside training at a private location is now being offered. This is 10-minutes along from St.Olaves, the location will be provided once a booking is made.
All sessions adhere to social distancing.
NO SPECTATORS (you must attend alone)
Sessions are also still available online and live via Virtual Coaching find out more by CLICKING HERE.
Home Visits: Suspended for the fore see-able future
CAN I HAVE A HOME VISIT?
Currently this is not possible, home visits are only allowed by 'essential workers' such as tradesman for emergency visits. Dog training and behaviour is not classed as an emergency under government guidelines for working in people's homes. Therefore, requests for a home visit will be denied at this time so please do not take offence. As an alternative you can travel for your session (avoiding a travel fee) or have an online and live in-home Zoom session.
Zoom Meeting
All owners are being asked to go over to Zoom and register for a FREE ACCOUNT. CLICK HERE!
Services are via Zoom in the event of extreme weather (heat, thunder, lightening, heavy rain, strong winds, snow) Classes will be delivered at the normal time / the time you are signed up to. Members of PPDTC please access you private webpage HERE for some further instructions.
I need your help
Like many other small businesses this is a very worrying time but you can help by continuing your support. It will require some creativity and give and take whilst I attempt to deliver you the best training service I possibly can without compromising on quality.
HOW CAN YOU HELP?
Please keep communication open, if I message you and ask for a reply then please do this is VIP to the running of Pooch Paws.If you owe subs then please remember to pay, some may feel like they will contact me in a month or two to get back into training..........I may not still be trading in a month or two if everyone follows the same method.
Be honest. I know this is a difficult time, we are all in the same boat, and I am also in the 'vulnerable' category so have my health as well as my business to consider.Help spread the #StayatHomeandTrain message to get others on board. Have you seen the members area? Please go over and take a look. Also please remember to follow Pooch Paws on social media and share as many posts as you can especially regarding the members area. This will be a really great asset in the coming weeks / months. Dog's still need entertainment, enrichment and training.
PREVENT YOUR DOG DEVELOPING BEHAVIOUR ISSUES DURING THIS TIME AND CARRY ON TRAINING
What happens to my session if I have to self-isolate?
Please ensure you inform Pooch Paws & Katey Aldred if you have been told to self-isolate or are being tested for the virus so a statement can be issued to other owners.
1-2-1 services: Your session will be via virtual coaching using Skype / Zoom meeting which will operate in real time for the session duration you were booked in, either 1hr or 1.5 hr. This will occur at the time your session should have taken place. If your session is on a Saturday it might be moved if Pooch Paws DTC is still operating, you will be contacted with an alternative date and time.
Classes: you will be offered the same service but at a reduced time of 15-minutes to go over content. Usually classes are non-refundable so this time will be used to guide you on the homework tasks you will miss for that week. Online classes are recorded so you will be able to watch back the session you have missed.
What happens if the instructor has to self-isolate or is ill?
Self Isolation:
Services will be offered via Zoom meeting, Skype or video call.Illness:
Services will be offered via Zoom meeting, Skype or video call OR rescheduled dependant on the level of illness.Hopefully this will not happen as it will have a very significant impact on the business.
It is imperative that all clients remain vigilant and thoughtful during this time to minimise disruption. The impact on small business during this virus could have very detrimental effects.
How can you help?
The future of the business relies on continued owner support in what will be the toughest year since being established in 2005. I hope Pooch Paws will still be trading after this pandemic with your support there is more hope that it will go on to celebrate a 16th year in business.
PLEASE:
Keep visiting the social pages hitting like, resharing and commenting as this is a MASSIVE help
Where you are able please continue to support this small business
Keep checking your emails and phones to keep communication open
Follow advise and read any communication you are sent
If you have any questions please get in touch and also please use the resources provided within this post.
Thank you for your co-operation, Katey & the Pooch Paws Team.
Further Information on Coronavirus
NHS Advise on Coronavirus CLICK HERE
UK Goverment Response to Coronavirus CLICK HERE
