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escape to the wild with your furry friend!

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 let's get outta here- vacationing with your dog anyone? When life gets you down- it isn't uncommon for you to feel the need to escape! But for us dog owners, the dog-mum guilt gets REAL!  Sure, it isn't very appealing or simple to imagine taking your dog to a 4 star holiday resort in Turkey, but there are plenty of holidays for you and your pet for when you do want to take your dog away with you. Personally, Clover and I have been on a good number of vacations together since I got her. Especially in the era of the Covid-19 Pandemic, staycations became all the rage! Seeing as we were booking a staycation, I couldn't come up with many reasons not to take Clover. When researching online, there were plenty of dog friendly accommodations so it ended up being a very easy process to organise. As always, we have compiled some top tips for planning a trip away with your dog! Consider how far you want to go! Usually travelling by car is the way to go, but the further away you ch...

off the leash (mentally and physically)

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  If you’re a dog owner, you likely take your dog out a few times a day,  everyday.  So… have a think to yourself, are you making the most of it?   I always acknowledge the fact that taking my dog a walk is of course a necessity, but it doesn’t have to be a chore. It is a time you and your dog should be able to enjoy together, and who knows- you might find it is your favourite part of your day.   To your dog, their walk is the most exhilarating, stimulating, and enjoyable time. They need it for more than just exercise, they also need to sniff and explore the outside world (more than just the inside of your lovely home).   In this case, shouldn’t we be making sure that every walk counts? And shouldn’t we be making them as enjoyable as possible, if not for you, then definitely for your dog!   So, let’s go over some top issues when walking your dog (that you lovely readers have let me know about) and tackle them with some solutions.   1.   ...