23. October 2019
The first annual fancy dress competition has been a huge hit! Dogs came into daycare in fancy dress costumes.The theme of the costumes was Halloween, to coincide with All Hallow's Eve.Local business such as For Paws and Pets at Home Newcastle helped to provide prizes for the dogs. Costumes included pumpkins, tutus and hotdog outfits. All the dogs made a huge effort in their costumes; from pumpkins to hotdog costumes. Various activities also took place throughout the week; the dogs had the...
10. October 2018
Anyone who has a new puppy or kitten knows it takes time for them to settle on. "Pawternity" has been making headlines in the news as a modern concept. A few select employers, such as Brewdog, allows its staff to take one week's paid leave.Brewdog is the pioneer of this trend; it has allowed staff to take their dog into the office and its pubs are dog friendly. Other companies either allow owners to work from home or take the dog into the office until they're housebroken. Staff who take...
09. June 2018
Dogs need mental stimulation as well as physical. certain breeds, such as Poodles and labradors, are highly intelligent and curious. Without the necessary learning, they grow bored easily. If you need a way to cure excessive chewing and barking but can't play fetch, these games might do it. 1. Treasure hunt Hide your dog's toys and wait for them to find the toys. Don't make the hiding places too difficult, otherwise the dog will lose interest. Once they master the game, try putting the toy in...
07. June 2018
Hot weather can be nice for people, but dogs can struggle during heat waves. This is because dogs don't perspire in the same way people do. The only places dogs can release sweat is through their pads and nose, as well as panting. 1. Give them ice cubes Frozen treats and ice cubes are a fun way to cool your dog in the heat. Frozen peanut butter popsicles will taste delicious and provide your dog with essential vitamins. However, avoid xylitol and artificial sweeteners. 2. Put up an umbrella for...