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Homemade Bottle Game For Dogs

Here is our homemade bottle game for dogs, that cost me nothing to make!! This was made with stuff lying around the house and a few treats!! Great if it is too hot to walk our dogs, too rainy, snowing, or they have an injury and need to rest but want a game to keep...

Do you know what is better than salmon oil for dogs?

I believe that whole salmon is better than feeding just the oil, why? Read on... Benefits of salmon for dogs Salmon is a highly nutritious protein for dogs, rich in Omega-3 fatty acids (EPA and DHA) that promote healthy skin, a shiny coat, and reduced joint...

Is your dog quietly solving problems all day?

Thank you to Sarah Hursthouse of Dogskool for this interesting blog post. Is your dog quietly solving problems all day? Dogs are far more intelligent than many people realise. Not just obedient. Not just trainable. But thoughtful, adaptive problem solvers who are...

What are the best treats for my manners minder / treat n train?

What are the best treats for my manners minder / treat n train?

What are the best natural treats for dalmatians?

If you are lucky enough to be owned by a dali, then you will know they need a low purine diet, not to be confused with low protein. Our natural products are perfect, as most of our chews are single-protein, making it very easy to see the ingredients. And natural chews...

Purrfectly Tasty! Natural Treats for Cats from Friends & Canines

At Friends & Canines, we are all about happy, healthy pets—and that includes our feline friends too! While we are known for our tail-waggingly good treats for dogs, did you know that many of our natural, nutritious goodies are also purrfect for cats? That’s...

Helping Paws: 6 ways to Support Pet Rescues Without Adopting

I’ll be the first to say it—I love a rescue dog. In fact, many of my own pack are adopted fromvarious situations. But as much as I’d love for every dog to find a home, I completely understand that not everyone canadopt a new furry friend—and that’s okay!The good news?...

Natural Dog Chews: A Tail-Wagging Alternative to Rawhide

As a dedicated doggy parent and the heart behind Friends & Canines, I'm always on the look-out for the best and healthiest natural dog chews for our four-legged family members. Sadly, I’m still seeing rawhide chews stacked high on shelves in shops, so I thought...

How to make Bone broth for your dog

Why make bone broth for your dogs? Bone broth for your dog is full of delicious and nutritious minerals and nutrients, like calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium, but most importantly is it delicious! It can help to maintain a healthy gut and support your...

Customised Canine Nutrition: Tailoring Treats to Your Dog’s Needs

As devoted pet parents, we know that every dog is unique—each with their own quirks, personality, and, of course, nutritional needs. Just like humans, our furry friends can benefit from a diet tailored to their specific health requirements. That’s where customised...
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...

Make your dog their own birthday cake recipes

Make your dog their own birthday cake recipes

Why not make your dog a cake? Is it your dog's birthday, woofday, gotcha day or other celebration? Why not try our dog-friendly birthday cake recipes? Quick and easy, and usually alot cheaper than shop brought ones, and a great activity to get the kids involved in....

Never forget to have fun with your dog!

Never forget to have fun with your dog!

Do some things become a chore? Do you attend training and don't really enjoy it? Then stop!!!!!! Okay so I'm not going to be able to make picking up poop fun! That's just a job that needs to be done! But you do have choices. Remember to have fun with your dog! Not...

What is in the natural dog subscription box?

What is in the natural dog subscription box?

Are you wondering what is and isn't in the natural dog subscription box? What is it and what are the benefits? Here are the ins and outs, yes and no's!!! How much is the subscription box? You set the amount, you can choose the amount you pay from £15 upwards, and best...

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