Routine It can be extremely upsetting for any dog when their regular routine is disrupted, therefore it is important to maintain as much normality as possible around moving home. Try to keep packing confined to one room and leave your dog’s belongings until last. As with cats you should check that your dog’s collar and …
Why dental hygiene is so important for your dog/cat
There are many reasons why dental hygiene is so important for your dog and cat and here I am outlining the main ones. Tooth decay There is nothing worse than a greeting from your dog/cat only to recoil from a rancid smell, especially when your dog loves giving kisses. Ellie is always extra exuberant, it’s …
Pet insurance – is it worth it?
This is a tough question to answer, so let us explore the advantages and disadvantages of pet insurance. Advantages We are a nation of animal lovers, and it is our responsibility to ensure that our animals are cared for and that means in sickness and in health. Veterinary treatment is not cheap and with advances …
Travelling solo with your dog
Dog-friendly service station I will shortly be travelling solo with my little Cockapoo for the first time driving from Dorset to Cornwall and I am apprehensive about toilet breaks. I have, therefore, started to look online for service stations which are dog-friendly which will allow both Ellie and I toilet breaks and a much-needed coffee. …
Mammaly healthy treats
While most of us understand the importance of feeding our dogs a healthy diet, treats can often get overlooked and with so many to choose from, it is all too easy to grab and go. Talk to any veterinarian or nutritionist, however, and they will stress how treats play a vital role in keeping our …
National Animal Poison Prevention Week
If you didn’t know already, March 20th sees the start of National Poison Prevention Week. It is a great opportunity to raise awareness of potential hazards that could be lurking in your home and some of them can be surprising. Common household products Below is just a small sample of foods that can be toxic …
Funny Fuzzy Dog Blanket Review
We have reviewed numerous dog blankets for various pet companies, but I have to say that the heart-shaped dog mat from a company called Funny Fuzzy is really quite unique and makes a fabulous present for Valentine’s Day. I chose the pink anthurium colour and I love its quirky design which lends itself to any …
High fashion in the dog world
Let’s get something straight before I go any further. I am not a fan of dressing dogs per see. Yes it looks cute on Instagram and I am certainly guilty of this when creating content for the brands that Ellie and I work with, but we should not forget the hazards of dressing dogs for …
Natusan Review
Of all my reviews this year, on a practical level, this was the most impressive product by far. I have worked in the pet care industry for over twenty-three years and tried numerous types of cat litter. Sawdust, clumping, non-clumping, crystals, clay litter, wood shavings, scented, unscented and even shredded newspaper, but Natusan is by …
To crate or not to crate!
I had mixed feelings about crates until we brought Luika (our last German Shepherd Dog) into our home as a puppy twelve years ago. Our previous puppies stayed in our kitchen overnight in a nice warn basket, but they did stop the mishaps during the night. Puppies Anyone who has lived with a puppy will …