Dogs

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...

Kids and Dogs: Relationship building with whistle training

Our black lab, Freddie, was only 2 when our son was born and I was so excited about them growing up together. I’d seen all the photos on Instagram of dogs snuggled up next to toddlers beds and children being inseparable from their furry best friends, so was fully expecting this amazing relationship between the two of them! Fast forward 6 years and most days I honestly don’t think they realise...

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Top 10 guard dog breeds

Security dogs have protected their owners and guarded against unwanted intruders for many years. While many modern dogs are home guardians, some breeds stand out because of their effective ways to deter burglars and intruders.

This post will help you discover the top 10 guard dog breeds. These have the temperament, loyalty and physical strength needed to provide dog security .

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Dog Grooming

Expert advice and tips on dog grooming

To help first-time and veteran dog owners alike, Mira Showers enlisted animal charity, Wood Green , and professional grooming experts at Purplebone , London's premier dog grooming spa, to provide these at-home grooming tips:

The do's of dog grooming at home:

  • Use a handheld shower to introduce water gradually
  • Use lukewarm water
  • Start at the head
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Reasons to consider feeding your pet raw dog food

We know you love your dog, but have you ever thought about what you’re feeding it with?

In the past few years the interest in alternative diets such as the keto or the paleo diet has risen. With heart and circulatory disease being in the top 5 causes of death in the UK and obesity being a worldwide health concern , the trend is to seek new and more natural ways of nurturing our...

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How much UK dog owners spend on professional grooming each year

Over 80,000 UK dog owners fork out a staggering £3,000+ a year on professional grooming

Mira Showers uncovered the nation’s dog grooming habits and enlisted experts to help owners master it at home

There has been an undisputed surge in demand for dogs and puppies in recent months. Searches for ‘puppies for sale’ are up an average of 42% compared to 2019, with national...

Beagle chewing on a treat

Dog treats, what you need to know.

There are many reasons why we give our dogs treats. We might toss one or two at them when they respond to training, when they’re on their best behavior, or just because of their cute looks. Whatever the reason, you’ll find that your pet immediately gets into a jolly mood after chewing on its treat. They simply love them. When it comes to dog snacks, owners have to know a thing or two about...

Gypsy on sofa

Rescue dogs let loose to review sofas

To celebrate the launch of a new partnership between Blue Cross pet charity and Sofology, rescue dogs Diddy and Gypsy along with their dog pal Rosie were let off the leash in the Cheltenham branch of the furniture chain to give their ‘fur-dict’ on pet friendly sofa fabrics.

With Sofology’s dog friendly stores and existing range of dog sofas, the retailer’s mission is to help...

Dog on Bed

5 ways your dog is giving you a better night's sleep

Dogs are one of the UK's favourite pets. According to PDSA, 24% of Brits share their home with at least one canine friend. It's easy to see why they're so popular: not only are they cute, but they provide a sense of unconditional companionship.

The perks don't end there though, a recent study by Cansius College, New York, found that women sleep more soundly when they share their bed...

Shih Tzus

The 10 Best Dog Breeds For Owners Who Work From Home

Shih Tzus are a remote worker's best friend, study reveals

A new study finds the most suitable dog breeds for a remote working environment

  • Doberman Pinschers are the least likely to bark through your video calls with the lowest tendency to bark score within the whole study

  • Bulldogs are the most expensive to buy at an average of £3,947 in the UK, while

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PUP-OSALS: You can now buy bespoke dog tags to match your engagement ring

Bespoke jewellery brand Taylor & Hart has created a new range of Pooch Pendants so your dog's collar can now match your engagement ring - the ultimate luxury accessory for any obsessive dog parent!

There's no denying that the love you feel for your pet is truly the greatest love of all, so why shouldn't they be a part of your proposal story? If the last year has shown anything,...