Pet Parents

Why is Sniffing Important for Cats and Dogs?

Why is Sniffing Important for Cats and Dogs?

Did you know that cats have an estimated 200 million receptors in their nasal cavity, with dogs having a whopping 300 million? That’s a lot of smell receptors! They’re not just there for no reason (and although very different species) sniffing has lots of benefits for...

Tick Bite Prevention Week: Preventing Parasites in Pets

Tick Bite Prevention Week: Preventing Parasites in Pets

This week (commencing March 24) is Tick Bite Prevention Week.  Parasites are organisms that live on or inside another organism, known as the host, and they depend on the host for survival.  Our furpanions are susceptible to various types of parasites, which can affect...

What is Dogs In Yellow Day?

What is Dogs In Yellow Day?

Dogs in Yellow Day aims to raise awareness about reactive dogs. Dogs wearing a yellow ribbon, lead, harness or bandana signal to others that they need space and understanding. It's a visual cue for fellow pet parents and passersby to approach with caution and respect...

5 Tips for Taking Better Photos and Videos of Your Pet

5 Tips for Taking Better Photos and Videos of Your Pet

As petpreneurs and pet parents, we have no doubt our camera roll is 10% screenshots, 90% pets. We just love taking photos of our dogs and cats! Whether you want to improve your game as a ‘petfluencer’ or you want to hang your pics proudly in your home - here are some...

Protecting Your Pup: A Guide to Preventing Dog Theft in the UK

Protecting Your Pup: A Guide to Preventing Dog Theft in the UK

In recent years, the UK has seen a concerning rise in dog theft cases, leaving families devastated and pets missing. Police figures suggest at least 2,290 dogs were stolen last year, an increase of 6% from 2022, and most are reported in London, Kent, and West...

5 Simple Scent Games for Dogs

5 Simple Scent Games for Dogs

Scent games for dogs are an important part of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Did you know? Our canine friends have 300 million olfactory receptors! Compared to our measly 6 million, sniffing is basically a dog's superpower. Dogs also have an entire part of their...

Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

Spay and Neuter Awareness Month

It's World Spay and Neuter awareness month and on the last Tuesday of every February, we look to bring awareness to the importance of spaying and neutering your pet.  “Each year, more than 6 million dogs and cats wind up in animal shelters in the U.S. and...

The UK’s XL Bully Ban Explained

The UK’s XL Bully Ban Explained

The UK's XL Bully Ban Explained The government has added the American XL Bully to its list of banned dangerous dogs in England and Wales.  From December 31, 2023, it will be illegal to breed, sell, advertise, exchange, gift, rehome, abandon or allow XL bully-type dogs...

Understanding Dog Body Language: Decoding Canine Communication

Understanding Dog Body Language: Decoding Canine Communication

Understanding Dog Body Language: Decoding Canine Communication Dogs have been our loyal companions for thousands of years, and while they can't speak our language, they communicate with us through various forms, with dog body language being one of the most important....