Vanessa Barber

The most unfortunate case of the broken human

Vanessa Barber

Published on: 20/09/2026

A deeply personal investigation into pregnancy loss, trauma and recovery - and how one of the hardest chapters of my life changed the way I see dogs, grooming and the work I do today.

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The Curious Case of the Inflamed Pancreas

Vanessa Barber

Published on: 20/08/2026

The long-awaited Dog's Dinner part two investigates canine pancreatitis and how to keep it at bay.

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Incident of the Kitchen Cleaning Shampoo

Vanessa Barber

Published on: 21/07/2026

Paw & Order investigates what’s really hiding in dog shampoos. From missing ingredient lists to surprising links with household cleaners, discover why canine skincare is far more complex than the label suggests.

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The Mysterious Case of the Dogs That Said “No”

Vanessa Barber

Published on: 22/06/2026

Join me as I investigate the case of the dogs that said "no" to grooming. Meet the dogs who inspired the Hands On and Full Reset framework and discover how trust, choice, and patience can transform grooming.

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