How to care for your waterproof items of clothing This article on caring for waterproof garments follows the one we wrote about drying wet footwear. Caring for Waterproof and Water-Resistant Outerwear Although some outerwear garments are labelled waterproof or water-resistant, they perform differently. However, they should be cared for similarly regarding washing and maintenance. Well-maintained…
This article offers tips for drying out walking boots. As you can imagine, I wear hiking boots a lot, both as a dog walker and as a scout leader. This is a follow-up to our article on cat litter. Nothing bogs down a good dog walk like soggy boots. You’ve been out on a muddy…
Updated July 2026 Accidents happen. They are common while a puppy is learning, but they can also affect rescue dogs settling into a new home, older dogs, anxious dogs and pets recovering from illness. The important thing is to clean the area thoroughly without frightening your dog or damaging the surface underneath. Simply masking the…
If you’re here, you’re probably holding a packet in your hand, watching your dog chew, or wondering if you should buy rawhide again. I get it. Rawhide chews are everywhere. They’re often sold as “natural”, and they can last longer than many other treats. When you’ve got a dog who loves to chew, that can…
Start the New Year Right: A Checklist for Your Dog’s Health, Safety, and Happiness The New Year is a perfect opportunity to think about your dog’s changing needs and organise everything for the year ahead, including booking holidays. Just like we set goals for ourselves, it’s a great time to assess our dogs’ care and…
Dogs of all ages love to chew on things; whether you have a teething puppy or just a dog that likes to get his gnashes around something, a great way to keep them happy is with a dog chew. ItItan also be a great way to instil some dental hygiene too. Nowadays, dog chews come…
Updated July 2026 Christmas brings tempting food into almost every room of the house. There may be chocolate on the coffee table, mince pies in the kitchen, presents containing sweets and plates of leftovers waiting to be cleared away. Understandably, you may also want to make something special for your Dog. However, a dog-friendly Christmas…
Are Christmas leftover food and snacks OK to feed to your dog? Now that we’ve all enjoyed our fantastic Christmas Fayre, chances are that you have leftovers sitting in the fridge. While we have all overindulged with drinking and eating, we can bet that your dog has also had some Christmas treats that he wouldn’t…
