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Got a Chubby Chow or Fat Frenchie? Friends & Canines to the Rescue!

We all love spoiling our pups with treats (puppy dog eyes – am I right?), but sometimes those extra nibbles can lead to a few too many pounds and slightly-rounder-than-the-vet-would-like fur babies.Not to worry, though! I've got some tips and tricks to help your...

Is beef liver beneficial for your beloved dog?

Introduction As pet owners, we want to provide our furry friends with the best nutrition possible to ensure their health and happiness. One superfood that often gets overlooked is beef liver. While it may not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about...

My Top 3 Natural Chews for Puppies

Not all chews and treats are suitable for puppies. Just because they are chewing everything in sight, biting ankles and you want something to keep them entertained for longer, doesn't mean you should give them the hardest chew available. Here is my quick guide to my...

How is the Friends and Canines Dog subscription box unique?

Who doesn't love to get a surprise occasionally? What about if it was once a month? But not for you but for your beloved dog. Surely seeing the happiness and excitement on their face is what we live for? Why not try the Friends and Canines subscription box, how is it...

Moon Bones for Dogs: A Natural and Nutritious Dog Chew

Have you ever heard of moon bones for dogs? These unique dog chews are made from air-dried beef cartilage, providing a natural source of glucosamine and chondroitin. Moon bones are not actually bones, but rather a delicious and long-lasting treat that dogs absolutely...

Foods that can help cool your dog down this summer

Do you still eat stews in summer, or do you switch to salads, cooler foods, and more fruit? What about your dog? Do you give them a choice? Do they have a winter and summer diet? Did you know different foods can help cool your dog down this summer? What cooling foods...

9 Benefits of Green-Lipped Mussels for Dogs, a Natural Anti-Inflammatory Superfood

Green-lipped mussels have gained widespread recognition as a powerful and natural anti-inflammatory supplement for humans. Recent research has also demonstrated the numerous benefits these unique mollusks can offer to our canine companions, particularly in managing...

Is It Safe For My Dog To Chew A Bone?

Chewing is an important part of a dog’s life. Not only does it provide physical and mental stimulation, but it can also support a dog’s overall well-being. But is it safe for a dog to chew a bone? Why give your dog a bone to chew? Raw bones have been a necessary part...

Why not support small businesses this year?

I hope you will choose to support small businesses this year, like mine. Did you know that Friends and Canines is a small business? It is ultimately me, Sarah! So when you place an order, send a message, open an email, or click like on social post, it's my dream you...

What are low impact dog training for your dog?

I hope you enjoy this guest blog by Jo from Pippin Pets Dog Training, let me know in the comments below Activities to do with your dog When you think of activities to do with your dog, we often think the faster the better. Agility classes are hugely popular, as well...
8 Practical tips for firework fearing pooches

8 Practical tips for firework fearing pooches

Firework night is just around the corner, and like me you might be thinking that the celebrations seem to start earlier year after year. This is less than welcome news for those of us with dogs that absolutely hate fireworks, so the team at Friends and Canines have...

What Happened When I Adopted A Romanian Rescue Dog

What Happened When I Adopted A Romanian Rescue Dog

I've rescued, adopted, and taken in rehomed dogs but Reia is my first foreign rescue so I thought I would share my story about what happened when I adopted a Romanian rescue dog. Well yes, she was a foster but yes I "failed" as such!! But we don't use the failure word...

Do you take your dog on holiday with you?

Do you take your dog on holiday with you?

I love taking my dogs on holiday with me, they are of course my family, but yes it is difficult deciding where to go and where to stay, dog friendly to some doesn't mean the same to others!! So I am going to share some of the places I've stayed at, but I would love to...

How my dogs have changed my life for the better

How my dogs have changed my life for the better

I have had dogs all my life, in fact, before I was born, waiting for me was our family dog, a beautiful rough collie called Sandy, but I would like to share how my dogs have changed my life for the better. They have been a lifelong obsession but it has taken me until...

Fun and easy games to keep your dog entertained

Fun and easy games to keep your dog entertained

Are you looking for fun and easy games to keep your dog entertained? Here are a few ideas to get you started. Maybe they are on restricted exercise because of an operation, medical condition or a bitch in season, or you could need the rest. Or do you need to keep them...

Which bones are good for making bone broth?

Which bones are good for making bone broth?

Do you want to make bone broth and wonder which bones are good for making bone broth. A lot of posts say to use any bones! I don't find that useful or that it is answers the question so I will try to answer your questions in this quick read. Any other queries or...

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