Tree hugging and forest bathing aren’t just for hippies. Time spent in the woodland, exploring in nature and escaping our technology-led lifestyles, is good for your health. With scientific proof that just a couple of hours in the woods can…
Christmas is a time where we are all busy in merriment, celebrating and having fun with friends and family, obviously also including our four-legged friends. However while we are entertaining visitors, staying at relatives or generally partying we can forget…
We are all used to the warnings on keeping your dog safe through the hot summer months but it’s also essential to make sure you and your dog are prepared for a happy and safe winter. To see you through…
We all love our four-legged family members. They bring us so much joy that we wish we could tell them so. Although we cant have a conversation we have asked the dog whisperers what tips they have on showing our…
Here at Dog Friendly Retreats, we are always looking out for you and your furry friends. Like us all dogs enjoy a treat or two, but unfortunately they don’t always get the exercise needed to burn those calories afterwards. Obesity…
One of the best things about having dogs is all the walks and outdoor adventures you get to experience together. However, there are plenty of things you can do to keep dogs entertained indoors. In fact, it’s an important skill for any dog to learn and practice regularly. You never know when you might have to miss an outdoor walk due to injury, illness or a sudden change in schedule. We thought we’d share our favourite tips for keeping dogs entertained indoors to help equip your dog with this important life skill.
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At the time of writing this post, the UK is currently in lockdown due to to the spread of Coronavirus. In an effort to ease the strain on the NHS and prevent as many deaths as possible, residents are being asked to dramatically reduce their day to day movements and are only allowed outside of their own homes for a select few reasons. It’s understandably a very uncertain time for everyone. We thought we’d share our tips for surviving lockdown with dogs.
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It’s a challenging time for everyone as we try to stay safe during the coronavirus outbreak. But the crisis has raised a number of questions for us dog owners. Here are some of the questions we’ve been asking ourselves recently.…
Dogs touch the lives of millions of families up and down the UK. Getting a new dog bring so much joy to their owners, it’s an exciting time for everyone involved. However, it should be managed appropriately, so nobody gets too overwhelmed. Whether it’s a puppy, rescue dog or a dog visiting your home for the first time, here are some times to help you welcome a new dog into your home.
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Bonfire night can be a tense time for dog owners. Fireworks cause lots of dogs to feel anxious and panicked, particularly at night. They're often set off for weeks at a time too, which can really disrupt a dog's day-to-day…