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How Much Does a Whippet Really Cost? A Complete Budget Breakdown for New Owners

How Much Does a Whippet Really Cost? A Complete Budget Breakdown for New Owners

Owning a whippet is truly priceless — their love and loyalty are boundless, the kind of devotion that fills a home in ways money never could. But to be practical we need to consider the costs. So how much does a whippet really cost? Here …

The Pros and Cons of Owning a Whippet

The Pros and Cons of Owning a Whippet

It is true to say that we are whippet super fans. Therefore, you will be reading a biased and completely pro-whippet opinion on this topic. We will, however, try to transparently share the less easy elements of whippet ownership with you. Here are our pros …

1 or 2 dogs? Getting a Second Dog

1 or 2 dogs? Getting a Second Dog

Wondering whether to transition from 1 to 2 dogs? I cannot promise you a definitive answer within this post as it is a personal decision packed full of personal variables. You will however, read the valuable and thought provoking opinions of many dog owners who …

What are Whippets like? Our A-Z of Owning a Whippet

What are Whippets like? Our A-Z of Owning a Whippet

Whippet owners adore the breed and fall head over heels in love with them- but why? Just what are whippets like to have in the family? Are they good pets? Here are some owner reflections of the long nosed folk, collected from many wonderful U.K. …

Dear New Whippet Owner- getting your whippet puppy

Dear New Whippet Owner- getting your whippet puppy

Embarking on the life-changing journey of pointy-nosed parenthood? Congratulations! This advice for new whippet or new puppy owners offers a collection of top-tips and fabulous nuggets of knowledge shared by us and also a wonderful community of whippet and hound-owners. to help you prepare for …

Caring for a elderly whippet

Caring for a elderly whippet

We live with two senior dogs. At the fabulous age of 14, we received the sad news that one of our precious boys has a tumour. He has been suffering with various niggles for many months so this was not a shock to us, more …

Why All Humans Should Be More Dog

Why All Humans Should Be More Dog

Have you ever wondered why dogs are always so joyful? Dogs have many qualities that would really help us humans in our daily lives. So why should we all try and channel our inner canine and be more dog? Here are just a few reasons …

Top Tips to Finding a Fabulous Dog Walker

Top Tips to Finding a Fabulous Dog Walker

Many of us would love nothing more than to spend all day, every day in the company of our beloved dog or dogs. If this isn’t possible, perhaps due to work commitments, then who do we trust to care for our precious pets? Here’s how …

The Ultimate Guide to Dog Friendly Hotels in the UK

The Ultimate Guide to Dog Friendly Hotels in the UK

There are many dog friendly areas of the United Kingdom who will offer the warmest of welcomes to you and your dog. We love travelling with our dogs and seek truly hound loving businesses rather than dog tolerant so that we can all relax and …

Vegan Mushroom Soup Recipe

Vegan Mushroom Soup Recipe

This comforting and satisfying vegan mushroom soup recipe has the addition of chestnuts for texture and flavour and their health benefits. It is one of those accidently vegan recipes that will please everybody. It is easy to make too! YOU WILL NEED: A blender 500g …

10 Christmas presents for dog lovers:

10 Christmas presents for dog lovers:

If you are seeking truly inspired, personal presents for dog lovers look no further. Our collection of gifts offers off the high street ideas for those who adore their fury family and want a personal reminder of them at this special time of year. 1.A …

Great Christmas Gifts for Dogs 2026

Great Christmas Gifts for Dogs 2026

Christmas is a matter of weeks away which means we are full-swing into Christmas shopping season- hooray! If you love to spoil your furry family at Christmas, look no further than our recommendations of great Christmas gifts for dogs. Great quality products to please the …

Splurge, spend and stocking fillers: Christmas gifts for Foodies

Splurge, spend and stocking fillers: Christmas gifts for Foodies

If you are looking for Christmas gifts for the foodies in your life look no further. We have compiled some ideas, grouped by price, to please anyone who loves to cook and eat, from top kitchen gadgets to delicious edibles! Splurge: 1. What is better …

Best Dog Stroller for Whippets: Our Review of the Paw Hut Pet Stroller 

Best Dog Stroller for Whippets: Our Review of the Paw Hut Pet Stroller 

As our boys reached senior whippet age, the will to walk declined but we still wanted them to get fresh air and the chance to see the world. We thought about ways to make this happen and started to research strollers. Preparing to use a …

Dear New Rescue Dog Owner: Helping Your New Hound Settle In

Dear New Rescue Dog Owner: Helping Your New Hound Settle In

Embarking on the life-changing journey of rescue dog parenthood? Congratulations! Whether you’ve just welcomed a sensitive greyhound, a worried lurcher, or a sweet-natured hound of a different mix, taking in a rescue is a profoundly rewarding adventure. Helping your new hound to settle in using …

Caring for Two Dogs on a Budget: How the New Vet Prescription Rules Can Help

Caring for Two Dogs on a Budget: How the New Vet Prescription Rules Can Help

Having two dogs is such fun! It really has so many benefits. However, two dogs also means twice the walks, twice the mud and, inevitably, twice the vet bills. Anyone running a multi-dog household knows the feeling of opening an invoice and quietly wincing. Flea …

Dog-proofing your Home at Christmas

Dog-proofing your Home at Christmas

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, particularly if you have taken a few simple steps towards dog-proofing your home at Christmas.  If (like me) you own a dog who may be likely to ‘investigate’ the festive fare, this is for you! One or …

Elm Restaurant: A Memorable 7-Course Tasting Menu Experience

Elm Restaurant: A Memorable 7-Course Tasting Menu Experience

When it comes to special occasions, few things feel more indulgent than settling in for a tasting menu. For a recent birthday celebration, we chose Elm, and after experiencing their seven-course tasting menu, it was a great choice! Restaurant Elm is in Broomhill, Sheffield. It …