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Planning your day at Crufts

It’s almost time for the biggest [And best] dog show in the world – Crufts. Each year dogs and dog lovers travel from all across the globe to the NEC in Birmingham. It is like Christmas every day for 4 days and I cannot wait! So whether you’re going for one or all of the days, IContinue reading “Planning your day at Crufts”

2019 Dog Shows

Throughout the year we’re lucky enough to visit so many Dog friendly shows. It’s great fun to get out with the dogs and visit shows across the country, meeting people and their dogs as well as all the shopping with some of our favourite businesses. So plan ahead and see which shows you’d like toContinue reading “2019 Dog Shows”

How to introduce a second dog

I often receive messages asking how I first introduced Woody & Wilma, and whether they got on straight away etc? I think adding a second dog to the family is such a good idea, once you’ve got one dog they’re addictive! So I thought i’d write it all down in a blog post but alsoContinue reading “How to introduce a second dog”

North Yorkshire – Woodcroft Cottage

Going on a dog friendly holiday doesn’t mean you have to miss out on luxury accommodation. We’re so lucky in the U.K. that there are so many lovely holiday homes that allow your 4-legged family members to join in the fun. You may remember that just over a year ago we went up north toContinue reading “North Yorkshire – Woodcroft Cottage”

2018 Favourites

We’ve had such a wonderful 2018, and so many wonderful things have happened I wouldn’t have ever dreamed of. As well as looking back on all the great memories we have made throughout the year I also think about my favourite products we discovered during 2018. Ivy & Duke Bed I’ve moved my collar andContinue reading “2018 Favourites”

Christmas Gift Guide 2018

It’s that time of year again, time for our Christmas Gift Guide! Each year I try and buy as much as I can from independent UK businesses. I absolutely love shopping with smaller companies because every purchase means so much to them. So what will you be buying your dogs this year, or a dogContinue reading “Christmas Gift Guide 2018”

The Best Dog drying coats

Particularly this time of year I seem to have soggy spaniels 24/7. With no warm weather to dry them off I need to step in and lend a hand. There are so many great drying products on the market at the minute so I thought I’d share my favourite drying coats, all which I alternateContinue reading “The Best Dog drying coats”

Dog Grooming Aprons

We’ve been huge fans of Lottie’s work over at The Cosy Canine Company for years now, [She was actually one of the first people to know about little Wilma coming along]. We have her crate covers, dog walking bag and even personalised poop bag holders. Of course we need to build our oilcloth collection andContinue reading “Dog Grooming Aprons”

5 Car essentials for your dog

I’m always on the road with my dogs so making sure we’ve got everything we need is very important. Whether it’s a trip to a new walking spot, a dog show or a job for the dogs; I’m very much an over packer, prepared for any eventuality! So here are my 5 essentials: RoadContinue reading “5 Car essentials for your dog”

How to shave your dog

When getting a dog, grooming is one of the main factors you need to consider. Do they need a lot of brushing? How often do they need to have their haircut? This can soon add up, especially with long haired breeds that need to go to the groomers every 4-6 weeks. I do all theContinue reading “How to shave your dog”