How to be a zero waste dog owner

This year we made a pledge to reduce the amount of waste we have within the household and reduce our pollution levels. For the humans, it was relatively easy- carry our own carrier bags, don’t use the car, purchase products in no plastic, recycle where ever possible, go paperless, and compost any leftovers. However, after having done this for a few weeks we realized that the…

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Can I have a dog if I work full time?

This is probably the question we get asked the most, and has the most complex set of answers. Is it possible to have a dog yet still work full time? Theoretically, yes of course it is. However, careful consideration needs to be made to make sure you pick the right dog and your funds allow. Every dog we have had is different. Riley my retriever…

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A Day In The Life of City Dog Expert

We get a lot of people who ask what our daily routine is like so we thought we would write it down for you. Every day is slightly different but this is the general breakdown   9.30 am Up and ready to shine. We aren’t early risers in this house so when the sun comes up, we reach for the eye mask and go back…

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Keeping Pet Feet Healthy in Winter

Just like us humans are always told to look after our feet as “we can’t go anywhere without them”, it is just as important to keep our dogs feet healthy. Grit The grit that is used to melt ice on our City streets can really damage our dogs feet. The combination of chemicals and salt can result in cuts, inflammation and sensitivity.   Do– Clean…

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Top 3 Dog Friendly City Breaks

We all need a vacation at times, and there is nothing like a “cheeky” weekend getaway or extended trip to leave us feeling rejuvenated, relaxed and ready to get back to work after the Holidays. The problem with most vacation rentals is that they are not dog friendly, or if they are they charge a huge “security deposit” to enable our K9 friends to stay…

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Guide to Crate Training

Crate training is a great way to keep your house and new puppy safe in it’s home. It is also an essential tool for house training and building up bladder control. It takes puppies and dogs a little while to get used to crate training but using a boredom buster toys and treats help ease the process. Introducing the Crate Think of the crate as…

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