As owners, it can be difficult to add variety to our dog’s diets. But there is a lot of confusion about what dog’s can and can’t eat. After all, the way dogs metabolise is not the same as us. So, unfortunately, your pooch can’t dine out on whatever you’ve rustled up for dinner. One thing … Read more
We all love to give our dogs a tasty treat from time to time, but it can be difficult to know what is safe. Giving treats with natural ingredients has become more popular in recent years, as has given fruit and veggies. There are plenty of foods that can be given safely in small amounts … Read more
Fiesty and highly energetic, this dog was primarily bred for hunting foxes and badgers, and still gets used as a ‘working dog’ today. Let me introduce you to the working Patterdale terrier. Where did the working patterdale terrier originate? Sometimes referred to as the black fell terrier, the working patterdale terrier is a beautiful breed, … Read more
Canine clothing is one of the fastest growing pet industries in the UK, even supermarkets like Tesco, Aldi and Asda are joining in the trend, with seasonal pet clothing becoming big business. Just like with humans’ clothes, dog bandanas have myriad uses, from simple fashion style to expressing personality, requesting some space and even to … Read more
When we think of York, we picture the towering gothic Minister, carved beautifully from sandstone. The serpentine walls which wind their way around the city, and the hodgepodge of streets, weaving and winding like the strands of a spider’s web. In York, history speaks from every stone. Yet, tucked away at the edge of the North … Read more
There are so many different cross breeds nowadays that they are beginning to be recognized as breeds on their own. Careful breeding has resulted in lots of Patterdale terrier cross variations, as has accidental breeding! They are such a great all-round dog that crossing with compatible breeds has given us some wonderful crossbreeds. Let us … Read more
Amongst the questions we commonly get asked by owners, what dogs can and can’t eat, is right up there. The topic is continually a source of confusion. After all, dogs and humans digest and metabolise differently. Therefore, we can’t just serve them the same grub we’re cooking for dinner. We all know dogs love a juicy … Read more
As a dog owner you know that training a puppy or rescue dog can be a maze of success and failure. It is often frustrating, and some dogs are stubborn when it comes to learning. The most effective training technique for free-spirited breeds is clicker training. This is essentially training with an aid. A small … Read more
Forthglade is a UK based company producing healthy and tasty food and treat options with recipes specifically designed for dogs with sensitive stomachs. They also have recipes available for common allergies. Only high-quality ingredients are used across their ranges and there are no added preservatives, sugars or grain fillers making forthglade dog food an excellent … Read more
Okay, so are Patterdale terriers good pets? It’s a question that I get asked all the time, and I always say yes – I am biased and love mine dearly! Are Patterdale terriers Good Pets? But the truth is that Patterdale terriers make excellent pets as long as they are with the right owner. Characteristics … Read more