Guest Blog by Leeann Bentley – Digs for Dogs Franchise Owner, Bredbury Are you aware of the Animal Welfare Act 2006? I must admit I wasn’t fully aware myself, until I started studying my diploma in Canine Care, Welfare and Behaviour! Now, I think that is it necessary to educate owners/potential owners, and even reach …
Gemma recently trained our new Digs for Dogs franchisees on Dog First Aid, to ensure they are well equipped with all the skills necessary to look after your four legged family members. Read on to hear why Dog First Aid is so important, and how a course is suitable for all; owners, home boarders, and …
Remember, remember (your dog on) the 5th of November! Bonfire Night is just around the corner, which can be a dreaded time of the year for your pups – and owners alike! 2020 may be a little different to usual (how many times have you heard that?) – with most organised displays being cancelled, there …
Dog Medical Emergency Guide created by FIGO Pet Insurance.
Did you know that your dog can give blood too? As demand is always increasing and dogs retire from donating, Pet Blood Bank is raising awareness of the importance of dog blood donations and needs as many dogs as possible to come forward to join their lifesaving community. Your pooch could be the difference between …
Something we are extremely passionate about here at Digs for Dogs, for obvious reasons, is the welfare of animals. Our Dog Home Boarding Service is built on the idea of providing a comfortable and safe environment for dogs whilst their owners are not around, and to this day we still stand by our company slogan …
Human Medicines & Your Dog Guest Blog by Gemma Vale – Dog First Aid Manchester On my personal social media, I am part of many doggy groups. I have a dog and I want to share his funny stories and cute pictures with the world!! Doggy Groups on social media are great for sharing fun …
For dogs across the nation, 2020 has been THE BEST YEAR EVER! They have heard so much of “oh, that’s a big stretch”, “who wants a biscuit?” and “walkies!”, they’ve enjoyed extra cuddles, lazy mornings and definitely more treats! So what happens when we return to work? It is possible that this long period of …
Just like us humans, exercise helps keep dogs in shape, but it is also really important for their mental health. A daily walk is essential for all dogs, but unfortunately research (PDSA Animal Wellbeing report in 2019) showed that thousands of dogs in the UK are not being walked at all! So, why is a …
Has your pooch been the paw-fect companion during the lockdown? Maybe it’s time to give something back! Our pets are our best friends and most treasured companions. Many of them have supported us hugely (and unknowingly) through the pandemic, so why not make them feel extra special by giving them some pampering at home? Sainsbury’s …
