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How to Keep Your Pets Safe During the Festive Period
The festive season is a time of joy, laughter, and togetherness. For many of us, it’s a period to celebrate with friends, family, and of course, our beloved pets. However, amidst the fun, it’s important to remember that the holidays can bring uncomfortable situations to our pets. Like the fireworks and the tempting festival season…
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How to Keep Indoor Cats Happy
As loving cat owners, we naturally want our furry companions to lead happy and fulfilling lives. For those of us who keep our cats indoors, ensuring their happiness can sometimes feel like a daunting task. The debate around indoor cats often centres on whether it’s cruel to keep them confined to our homes, but the…
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Tips and Tricks on How to Exercise with Your Pet Indoors
Staying active is essential for dogs, but bad weather or limited space can make outdoor exercise challenging. As a responsible pet owner, it’s important to find alternative ways to ensure your dog remains physically and mentally engaged. Indoor exercise offers a great solution, helping your dog burn energy, stay fit, and have fun—even in small…
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Pawsome Benefits of a Dog Hotel
No matter how much you love your furry friends you can’t always take them everywhere you go, you may be going abroad on holiday and your pooch must stay behind. Where you leave them? They can’t stay at home on their own, they can’t look after themselves.
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How to Help Your Dogs & Puppies with Separation Anxiety
Separation anxiety in dogs and puppies is a serious issue that can cause significant distress for both pets and their owners. With work and social commitments that often take us away from home, many of our dogs struggle to cope with being left alone. This growing prevalence of separation anxiety demands our attention and action…
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Choosing Doggy Day Cares: A Guide to Selecting the Best for Your Pup
As dog owners, we want nothing but the best for our furry companions. Whether you’re a working dog parent or simply looking to give your dog some socialisation and playtime, choosing the right doggy day care is an important decision. You want a daycare where your pup can have fun, and you’ll be confident they’re…
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Keeping Your Dog Warm and Comfortable in Kennels During Cold Weather
As temperatures drop and winter settles in, many pet owners find themselves asking, “Will my dog get cold in a kennel?” It’s a valid concern. Our dogs, like us, can feel the chill, and their comfort is a top priority, especially when they’re away from home. At Hunters Lodge, we understand how important it is…
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The Top 5 Things to Look for in a Dog Kennel
So, you’re going out of town and need someone to take care of your furry friend. You’re thinking about boarding your dog at a kennel, but you’re not sure what to look for. Don’t worry, we’ve got you covered! Here are the top 5 things to look for in a dog kennel to make sure…
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Using a Kennel With a Scared Dog
In the world of pet ownership, it’s important to consider the well-being and safety of all dogs, including those who may be scared or anxious. While dog kennels are commonly associated with boarding facilities or day care centres, they can also serve as a supportive environment for dogs in need of extra care and attention.…
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Playing With Your Cat: Why Is It Important?
Playing with your cat is essential to improve their quality of life. Physical activity keeps them happy and healthy and will bring you closer together with your feline companion. Cats are usually labelled as loners who keep themselves to themselves (unless food is involved of course) – but that’s not always the case. If you…
