DOG owners are including their furry friends in their proposals, weddings and even taking them on honeymoon! Nearly half of pet parents - 40 per cent - involved them in their special day. A fifth were ring bearers, and a third of newlyweds polled by travel website PetsPyjamas took their pet on … [Read more...]
The rise of the Unicorn Party!
HAVING a real life unicorn is the latest trend for children’s birthday parties, school fetes and even weddings! From hair dye and cakes to cosmetics to Harry Kane and his teammates relaxing on inflatables, the unicorn craze is sweeping the UK. Now ponies are being turned into unicorns, wearing … [Read more...]
Heartache of the dogs dumped for the summer holidays
We hear all kinds of upsetting reasons for dogs being abandoned. And the latest is people handing them over to rescues because they're going on their summer holidays. It sounds unbelievable but it's true. I spoke to three different charities who all said the same - they see a huge spike in … [Read more...]
Dog owners urged to watch out for Dry Eye
Dry eye is a condition that affects one in three people in their lifetimes and it's something our pets can suffer from too. July is Dry Eye Awareness Month and dog owners are being urged to watch their pet’s eyes for the devastating condition that can lead to them going blind. Trendy breeds like … [Read more...]
They think it’s all R-over – dogs dress up for the World Cup!
BARKING mad dog owners are dressing up their pooches in England strips and hosting World Pups! The trend for dressing up our pets has reached fever pitch with owners spending up to £1200 a year on doggy accessories. And at The Barkside doggy daycare centre in Ancoats, staff dressed up their guests … [Read more...]
Great Dog Walk Together events launched in memory of Jo Cox
The organisers of the Great Dog Walk Together contacted me to raise awareness of their initiative to tackle loneliness through the love of dogs. The following story appeared in the Sunday Mirror which you can read online Dog walkers urged to arrange special walks in memory of Jo Cox. DOG owners … [Read more...]
Can you help Duchess who was stolen and used in a puppy farm?
AN ENGLISH Bulldog who was stolen from her owner seven years ago has been found on the eve of the Royal Wedding - and renamed Duchess. Ruth Kirkby, 34, from Tottenham in London was devastated when the pup, then only 18 month old and named Holtz, went missing from her back yard in June 2011. But … [Read more...]
Why dogs make us happier than cats
DOGS make owners twice as happy as cats, a new survey has revealed. Pet owners were asked which creature made them the happiest and 47 per cent said their dog compared to just under a quarter who voted for their cat. A huge 83 per cent of pet parents said their animal had improved their emotional … [Read more...]
The rise of dementia in our senior dogs
We know dementia is a condition that affects people in their old age but did you know dogs can have it too? Vets are urging owners to be aware of the signs of dementia in their dogs. Dementia Awareness Week runs from May 21-27 for humans but as pets are living longer, it’s an illness that is … [Read more...]
How massage can help our pets
Having a massage can help ease a range of issues for us humans but did you know that it can help dogs too? I was recommended the treatment for my dog Daisy and called Charlotte Highland, a dog walker and massage specialist who is a member of the Canine Massage Guild to help. Just like a human … [Read more...]
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