Food, Well-being. Dog Friendly Living
Have you heard of Eilean Shona? Probably not, we certainly hadn’t until stumbling upon it in the weekend newspaper. This hidden gem is an island located in the Inner Hebrides, just off Loch Moidart. A complete return to nature and relaxation, it is home to…
The Crown Hotel is conveniently situated in the beautiful seaside town of Wells by the Sea. Wells itself has many quality pubs, restaurants and shops to browse and boasts a beautiful sandy beach. We love staying at dog friendly hotels in Norfolk and recently had…
Zero waste: Here is an easy recipe to please your dog and use up unwanted pumpkin by making our healthy dog treats. Pumpkin is very nutritious for dogs so these pumpkin bites can be fed in moderation with health benefits. Use as a training reward…
There are many wonderful (and some weird) things about Amsterdam. Described as the most liberal city in the world, this vibrant and diverse city really should be on your ‘must visit’ list for a short break, whether it is for a one or two day…
Many of us dog owners love nothing more than a dog-friendly holiday. Sometimes however, it just isn’t practical or possible to take them with us, so what do we do in those situations? What is the best option of care and for finding a trustworthy,…
Having a dog first aid kit can be useful in the home, when out and about, and when travelling with your furry family so that you are prepared for those minor dog first aid situations. Please note- this is to be able to respond to…
Enrichment games are wonderful for rewarding and working our clever canine companions and cats too. We love sniffy games in our house, particularly snuffle mats! Sprinkle and bury some kibble or treats and let them sniff and snuffle away for their rewards. Great for slowing…
In the colder, wetter weather, a chilly whippet requires a warm and cosy, often waterproof coat. Here are some of our tried and tested favourite coats for whippets that not only look good but are comfortable for running and have proven to withstand frequent washes…
We have a reluctant walker. We often joke that the weather has to be ‘just so’ for Jarvis to go out and enjoy an on-lead walk- not too hot, not too cold and certainly not dark or rainy! But what can we do when our…
With such a strong natural chase drive, we have had occasional recall mishaps with our whippets. A recent scare was enough to prompt us to overhaul our whippy security. We invested in whippet house collars, also GPS for dogs so that we could track our…