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Dog-Friendly Christmas Markets: Top Alternatives and Safety Tips This Festive Season

Looking to bring your four-legged friend along for some festive fun? You're not alone! With searches for 'dog-friendly Christmas markets' up +180% over the past 30 days*, many of us will be looking to take our beloved dogs to the markets this year.

To help you and your pup enjoy a cheerful, safe day out, the team a t Canine Cottages has sniffed out some paw-some dog-friendly markets, along...

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The UK cities tackling dog fouling the most effectively

Picking up after your dog isn't exactly the most enjoyable chore. Let's face it — it's gross! It can be tempting to skip this task, but doing so is not only bad for the environment and public health — in many places, it's also illegal.

The research team at tails.com have done some digging to reveal which cities across the UK are doing the most to tackle dog fouling and Newcastle made...

How to create a dog-friendly garden this summer

One of the greatest pleasures of being a pet parent is watching your dog play freely outdoors. But while fresh air, sunlight and exercise are all beneficial to your canine companion, there are several hazards present in your garden that could be harmful to their health.

If we weren't already a canine-crazy nation before, the coronavirus pandemic has turned us Brits into total dog...

Campaign calls for dogs to raise £1 million for UK dog charities

This August, the UK’s very first Wagathon™, the marathon for dogs raising money for other dogs, is taking place. In a unique twist, the dogs taking part will be the ones signing up and being sponsored, rather than the owner. The fundraising platform Give as you Live Donate is behind the campaign and asking owners to register their furry friends in order to give dog charities in the UK a much-...

The one room your dog should not be left alone in, according to a new study

A new study by compare the market .com reveals the rooms of the home where dogs feel the most settled when left alone
Dogs are most unsettled when left in the bedroom, with average heart rates rising by47.2%
Over a third 36% of dogs will be left home alone 3.5 days per week, for over 19 hours per working week

With the nation preparing for lockdown...

The threat of people relinquishing their pandemic puppies

For lots of people living under COVID-19 restrictions, it suddenly seemed the perfect time to get a dog. Lots of time at home, not much else to do, so why not?

Plus, there is evidence that having a dog can improve people’s work-life balance, and they provide a reason to get outdoors, which is known to be good for mental wellbeing. There are even some claims that dogs can ‘cure’...

Seven Dog-Friendly Activities for a pooch-perfect summer!

Ready for a fun-filled summer with your dog? As well as your family, it's important to ensure your dogs are entertained, keeping active, socialising, and having fun.

Below, experts at Canine Cottages have suggested seven dog-friendly activities to help make this summer the most paw-fect one ever!

1. Meetup with fellow dog people

A meetup is a great way of meeting like-minded...

Essential tips for taking your dog on a summer staycation

It's National Pet Travel Safety Day - experts at tails.com have shared they handy guide to staying safe!

There's no doubt about it, 2021 is the year for staycations. And many of us will be taking our four-legged friend with us as we head off to UK resorts for a much-needed summer break.

It's a well-known fact that we Brits love our pets, and we like to involve them in...

TravelSupermarket reveals 107% increase in holidaymakers looking for dog-friendly holidays in the UK

Brits are gearing up for another year of summer holidays at home – and this time, it looks like our pets will be coming along too. Data from travel comparison site TravelSupermarket reveals a 107% year-on-year increase in holidaymakers looking for dog-friendly holidays in the UK[1], suggesting our furry friends will also be enjoying a break this year.

To help plan that pet-friendly...

Home Alone - Tips for owners of lockdown dogs facing time alone for the first time

Lockdown Dogs Facing Spending Time Alone for First Time

The pandemic saw a huge rise in pet ownership, going from 41% of households to 59% [1] in just one year. Dogs remain the most popular choice. Furlough, home working, limits on outdoor activities and loneliness all contributed to the rise. However, the imminent return to the office, for most people (at least part time), means...

Bring your dog to work day

What is bring your dog to work day?

A wonderfully fun day that encourages dog owners to bring their pups with them to the office. Of course, at Pets at Home and many other big organisations around the world, every day is Bring Your Dog to Work Day. In fact, we regularly have about 50 pets in our head office at any one time!

Why bring your dog to work?

Beyond the obvious cuteness...

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