Pig snouts for dogs – puffed and porky!

Pig snouts are one of Phoebe and Frank’s favourite treats – no matter how freaky looking they seem to us humans. Typically, I would buy a few of the puffed pig snouts from Hounds for £1 each, and they would…

Bug Bakes – The Scamps react to insect based dog food

When I saw an online ad for Bug Bakes, I was certain I’d seen the brand somewhere before. A quick Google search reminded me of CEO Ross Lamond’s appearance on Dragon’s Den, where he pitched the insect protein based treats.…

Block Rockin’ Beets dog biscuit recipe

Back with another dog biscuit recipe – this time, it’s the Block Rockin’ Beets biscuits. Beetroot are a source of vitamin C, fibre, manganese, and potassium, as well as being low in calories and high in water content. Cooked beets…

Paul O’Grady For The Love of Dogs – Season Nine Episode One review

Paul O’Grady’s For The Love of Dogs is back on our TV screens, offering a weekly dose of heartwarming tales with equal measures of giggles and ugly crying. The five-part series will see the dog-loving TV presenter return to Battersea…

How my dogs got me through lockdown – and helped me build a stronger bond with them

It’s no secret that pets are beneficial for both mental and physical wellbeing, from lowering blood pressure to reducing anxiety. But this past 12 months, my dogs have been a lifeline. A year ago, I packed up my desk at…

Visiting Mow Cop Folly National Trust site with dogs

 Mow Cop Folly – also known locally as Mow Cop Castle – has been the first thing I see when I open my curtains each morning for 23 years.  I’m blessed with the best view in the house, and on…

Three indestructible dog chews your bull breed will struggle to break

The Scamps see toys and chews as a challenge. It’s like they set a mental timer and see how long it takes to annihilate a toy or chew. But, I have found a handful of indestructible dog chews that are…