FUN DOG FACTS - Some you may know, but some may surprise you!

Proper hydration is essential for maintaining our bodily functions, improving energy levels and ensuring optimal physical and mental performance.  But it’s even more vital for our four-legged friends; they need water in order to stay hydrated and regulate their body temperature to prevent them from overheating.

Our canine companions can only sweat a small amount from their nose and paw pads, so the main way that they lose body heat to cool down is through panting, which results in a lot of water loss through evaporation.  Because of this, keeping your dog hydrated is super important, especially on hot days.

In this blog, we look at the right amount of water your dog needs to drink each day and why they may be drinking too much or not enough, helping you to ensure your pup stays happy and hydrated!

If you are anything like us, you probably love using essential oils around the house, especially if you’re trying to hide those ‘doggy’ smells!

Whether to make our homes smell amazing or to use them for cleaning, essential oils have become a staple for many of us. But have you ever stopped to wonder if they're safe for our four-legged friends?

In this blog we explore which essential oils are safe for your dog and aim to a comprehensive list to help keep your dog safe and free from harm.

With summer fast approaching and the weather warming up nicely, you may have started to notice your four-legged friend scratching a little more than normal, signalling the arrival of those unwanted jumping visitors……fleas! 

Fear not; help is at hand with our latest blog.  Here we share with you some of our favourite natural, chemical-free ways to deter fleas from not only your dog, but also your home.

These seemingly simple exercises are crucial in stimulating your dog's senses and engaging their brain, leading to numerous benefits for their overall health and well-being.

These three exercises have been labelled as ‘The Trifecta of Calm’ by a qualified dog behaviourist who focuses on coaching dog guardians about canine mental health^*.

So, what are the benefits?  Let’s look a bit further at each and explore how, together, they can help promote calm our four-legged friends.