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 …
Advice
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. …
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 …
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 …
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 …
Visit to Corfe Model Village
Corfe Model village is located right in the heart of the village, on the Isle of Purbeck with Poole, Bournmouth and Weymouth within easy reach. I have visited the Corfe village many times, but not once had I visited the model village and since we are now living just a few miles away, I decided …
Letter To My Ellie
Dear Ellie, Where shall I start? From the moment I saw your little face gaze up at me from the rescue website, I knew that you were the one for me. I will never forget that little face. Bemused, unsure and perhaps a little afraid, is how I would describe you. Luika my GSD, had …
Keeping your dog cool in summer
Warmer months can be great fun for dogs and their owners, but when the temperature outside starts to soar you need to find ways to keep them cool and free from overheating. Cool mat A cool mat is made of PVC material that is waterproof and scratch proof. The gel inside should be made of …
3 Valentine Treats For Your Dog
1. Take a break together Dog’s love interaction with their owners and you should never underestimate the bond between yourselves. With the demands of a working world it can often be extremely difficult to spend quality time with your pooch, while a vacation offers both owner and your favourite friend the opportunity to bond, create …