It is an alarming fact that One in Four people who travel with their dog break the law by not restraining them, according to the RAC. When travelling anywhere with your dog, whether to the local woods or on a summer adventure, you must control the dog so it cannot be a dangerous distraction. As…
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Passive Smoking and your Pets
You may not be aware of the dangers of Passive Smoking to your Pets. This is known as passive smoking if we breathe in smoke from other people’s cigarettes, pipes or cigars. We all hear about the risks of passive smoking, especially when around children, but this is causing damage to our pets too. Exposure…
5 reasons you may need a professional pet sitter
Leaving your pet behind when you travel or work long hours can be difficult. You want to know they’re safe, cared for, and happy in your absence. A professional pet sitter can help with all of that. Here are five reasons you might want to book a professional instead of relying on home boarders, boarding…
Greeting a dog
Think Before You Pet: How to Properly Greet and Pet Dogs As dog lovers, it’s easy to assume that all dogs enjoy being petted and fussed over. But the truth is, not every dog feels the same way, and even the most well-meaning person can accidentally make a dog uncomfortable. Whether you’re meeting a new…
It’s New Years Eve! Keeping your dog safe during the celebrations
While we all love celebrating New Year, it doesn’t mean our pets enjoy it as much. During the evening of 31st December, we often celebrate with friends and family. It’s an excellent excuse for a party and a celebration as we see out the old year. Although humans often celebrate with fireworks, loud music, fun…
Do you have a bored dog?
Engaging Activities and Scent Games for Mental Stimulation Some dog breeds, such as retrievers, herding dogs and sighthounds, have working instincts and love to chase after moving objects. Suppose they don’t get mentally stimulated often. In that case, they can experience withdrawal symptoms, become bored and stressed, and then look to make their entertainment, which…
Are you a Law Abiding Dog Owner?
In the United Kingdom, we dog owners realise that owning a dog is a privilege and that, as responsible dog parents, we must care for our dogs and raise them in a way that keeps them safe and doesn’t cause our pets any harm whatsoever. In addition, all dog owners must adhere to legislation and…
Dogs Die in Cars
FACT! – DOGS DIE IN HOT CARS!! With temperatures rising this week, are you aware of the dangers of leaving your dog in a parked car? Imagine the scene – its 25 Deg C, a sunny day,, and you need to head out to the shops on an errand,, and you decide to take your…