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The Game Fair 2018

The Game Fair alternates between the Warwickshire and Hertfordshire venues & this year it was back at Ragley Hall, Warwickshire, just up the road from us for its 60th year. They seemed to be very unfortunate with the weather this year and certainly had it all which I think did affect the number of visitorsContinue reading “The Game Fair 2018”

One month on Cotswold RAW

Putting the dogs on RAW food is something I’ve always wanted to try. I have heard so many good things about the RAW diet, it’s so popular at the minute and I feel like we are quite late to the party. Having seen them at shows and on social media Cotswold Raw really stood outContinue reading “One month on Cotswold RAW”

HiLife dog food – a wet food treat

There are so many varieties of dog food on the market, it’s just the challenge of finding the right food for you and your dog’s lifestyle. For some dogs wet food is best, they may be elderly , have problems chewing or just prefer a softer food but we tried out HiLife Dog food justContinue reading “HiLife dog food – a wet food treat”

5 ways to keep your dog cool:

We have been lucky enough to have a beautiful heatwave in the U.K. this week which I am sure you have heard talked about endlessly. But of course with extreme weather comes warnings for your pets, this heat can be very dangerous to them and even life threatening. So what can you do to keepContinue reading “5 ways to keep your dog cool:”

DogFest 2018

What an amazing weekend we have had at DogFest West in Bristol, the 3rd year we’ve been to DogFest and it was definitely our best yet! We usually go to DogFest South which has been in Windsor and then Knebworth in Hertfordshire so it’s so good to finally have one just down the road. ThisContinue reading “DogFest 2018”

Spaniel Proof: Muttley & Martha

I admit I am an absolute collar and lead addict. Any excuse to buy a new collar for the dogs and I’m there – a matching lead too? Even better! If you follow us on Instagram you’ll know one of my favourite pet accessory brands is Muttely & Martha. I’ve absolutely loved this shop rightContinue reading “Spaniel Proof: Muttley & Martha”

Srumbles Dog Food

Scrumbles is a brand new family run pet food company, inspired by the couple’s dog & cat – Smudge & Boo. We love supporting smaller businesses and watching them grow. They sell dry food for both your dog & cat, I love the fact that you can use the same brand for both pets, something I’veContinue reading “Srumbles Dog Food”

Trying to stop separation anxiety

Separation anxiety in dogs is more common than you think. Every time you leave, your dogs have no idea when or if you’re coming back; every dog reacts differently but some get worried and display anxious behaviour. This can be through howling/barking, destroying bedding/toys/even parts of your house, excessive salivating. They can let out allContinue reading “Trying to stop separation anxiety”

Being a Geekstar

Unfortunately this is the very last blog in our GeekSTAR series as our year with them is up at the end of this month; but what an AMAZING year it has been! Let’s have a little recap of what we got up to: It kick started with the launch of the Venison Sausages, it wasContinue reading “Being a Geekstar”

PDSA Petlife 2018

This years show season has begun but there’s a new show on the schedule! For the first time ever the PDSA hosted their very own pet festival at Cheltenham racecourse. It was a dog friendly music festival, from what I know the first one ever in the UK [I think] that you can bring your dogsContinue reading “PDSA Petlife 2018”