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Essential guides for your perfect pets + 30% off!
With over 12 million of us owning a dog, a cat, or both in Britain, we are a nation devoted to sharing our lives with pets. A rewarding experience, keeping a pet can boost our emotional and physical wellbeing, as well as provide loving companionship. It’s no wonder we want to offer the best possible … Read more
Two inspirational new books for young readers to enjoy
Poppy Goes Wild An enchanting new children’s book about a young girl on a mission to rewild her grandad’s farm offers inspiration at a time when connecting with nature has never been more important. In Poppy Goes Wild, we follow the title character as she embarks on a journey to return the countryside to how … Read more
Gift ideas for a greener Christmas
Looking for festive gift inspiration that is sustainable, recycled and kind to the planet? We’ve selected our favourite gift ideas for those wishing for a greener Christmas… Eco Recycled Bird Feeder/Cake Kit Designed & manufactured in the UK, this Ashortwalk bird kit contains a feeder made from recycled yoghurt pots and a cake mix … Read more
Festive gift ideas for pets
From pampered pooches to crafty cats, our festive gift guide is full of ideas to inspire when Christmas shopping for your pets… ? Shark Dog/Cat Bed Ideal for dogs, cats, kittens and puppies weighing under 15lbs, this pet bed can be used as a cosy covered cave to hideaway or folded into a lovely … Read more
A guide to grooming your pets at home
If you have cats and dogs, you’ll be all too aware that they’re shedding at the moment. This is due to increased daylight hours stimulating the hair to grow, shed, and replace itself. But with access to pet grooming services restricted during the COVID-19 crisis, keeping your pet comfortable and well-conditioned – and your house … Read more
Book review: Max the Miracle Dog
Max the Miracle Dog by Kerry Irving When a chance encounter with a dog named Max turned Kerry Irving’s life around, things never looked the same again. A traumatic car accident years before had left Kerry with serious injuries, housebound and depressed. But with the help of his new best friend, a future full of hope … Read more
How often should you walk your dog?
A visual guide offering great advice on how often different dog breeds should be walked each day has been created by specialist country and equestrian store Houghton Country. The informative graphics show how different dog breeds – from herding and hound dogs to terriers and toy dogs – need a recommended total walking time of between … Read more
Animal Rescue Live launches this week on Channel 4
Animal Rescue Live: Supervet Special returns to Channel 4 for a second season this week, hosted by Kate Quilton, Professor Noel Fitzpatrick and Steve Jones. The five-day animal adopt-athon will broadcast at 8pm every evening live from the Raystede Centre for Animal Welfare in Lewes, East Sussex. Once again, the show will ask the nation to … Read more
First outing for Asiatic wild dog pups at West Midland Safari
A litter of thee endangered dhole (Asiatic wild dog) pups made their first public appearance at West Midland Safari Park recently. After spending their first 10 weeks hidden away in a den, keepers were delighted to finally meet the boisterous youngsters after mum, Berni finally took them outside. The first veterinary checks revealed the pups to … Read more
Support Wetnose Day 2018 & help UK animals in need
Wetnose Animal Day will take place on 21st September 2018 and a whole host of famous faces have pledged their support by posing with a nose. Wetnose was established in 2000 to help educate and promote the issues of animal welfare as well as raise much needed funds to cover essential food and medical treatments … Read more
The perfect guide to understanding your dog
The Dog; A Natural History is a beautifully presented hardcover book designed to answer any questions you may have about your canine friend. An engaging and informative read, this detailed study looks at the behaviour of dogs, especially their bond with humans, and explores how through the centuries we have cultivated a close relationship, both … Read more
Festive pet gift inspiration from Millbry Hill
For that last minute pet treat this Christmas take a look at Millbry Hill’s festive gift range for pets including cats, dogs, horses – and smaller pets too. A 20% discount has been applied to many gift items online this week. For guaranteed Christmas delivery order by Monday 18 December for free (minimum spend) and … Read more
Get your dog or cat healthy for January
Hertfordshire-based premium pet food brands Barking Heads and Meowing Heads are dedicating January to promoting a healthy lifestyle for pets. This comes after a recent survey on diet and exercise showed that 1 in 5 dog owners were concerned that their pet was under or overweight. During the first month of the year, traditionally a … Read more
Homes sought for ‘12 Strays Of Christmas’
A new home for a rescue dog is the aim of a national canine charity planning to make the most of the festive season this year by encouraging people to come forward and give a home to one of their ’12 Strays of Christmas’. Unlike the famous song that celebrates large numbers of elaborate gifts, … Read more
The Cost of Christmas Pets
Each Christmas people all over the UK enjoy a furry addition to their family in the form of a new pet. In an effort to inform potential pet owners about the responsibility and cost involved with owning a pet, TotallyMoney.com has created a Cost of Christmas Pets calculator at http://www.totallymoney.com/cost-of-pets/ TotallyMoney.com has teamed up with Wood … Read more
I Just Love It Christmas Gift Guide for Pets out now
IJustLoveIt.co.uk, the website that hosts over 3,500 customisable products that can be personalised with any name, and with any special message, to create a one-of-a-kind gift, has announced its Christmas gift guide for animals. For the Dog Spruce up any pup’s mealtimes with a Personalised Slate Dog Food Mat (£24.99). It can be personalised with any dog’s name, as … Read more