Dogs

What Really Happens Before Your Pet's Food Reaches the Bowl

Whether you choose dry kibble, wet food or fresh meals for your pet, it's easy to focus on the ingredients listed on the packaging. But long before that food reaches your shopping basket, it goes through a carefully controlled manufacturing process designed to ensure every meal is safe, nutritious and consistent.

The importance of this process is growing. According to the European Pet Food...

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Do dogs need sunscreen? As temperatures soar, experts uncover the truth…

One thing that even the most conscientious of dog owners often overlook is the need for sunscreen to be used on dogs, in order to protect their delicate skin from the sun.

Before you head out for a day in the sun with your four-legged friend, you should take a few precautionary measures. Not only should you make sure your dog has plenty of water to stay hydrated and prevent heat...

The five best summer dog walks in the UK

Now that the sun is shining, there's never been a better time to enjoy a good old-fashioned dog walk with the family.

There are so many amazing dog walks available right on our doorstep, and below, Shannon Keary, Digital PR Manager at Canine Cottages , reveals the five best dog walks in the UK, to enjoy with your pooch this summer.

1. Cheddar Gorge cliff walk, Somerset

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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

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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...

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