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Navigating Fun Dog Shows Without the Stress Whether it’s a local village fete or a large-scale festival, a "fun" dog show is a staple of the summer calendar. They are brilliant places to find natural treat stalls, watch impressive agility or gundog demos, and even let your own pup try a scurry run or a splash in a doggy pool. However, for a dog, a show is a sensory explosion. To make sure the day is as fun for them as it is for you, here is how to navigate the day like a pro. The "Party Host"...

Late April into May is the perfect time for capturing a stunning photo of your dog amongst the bluebells There’s a point in spring when Hampshire suddenly looks as though someone has turned the colour up. The hedgerows froth over, the trees leaf out, and then, for a few short weeks, the woodland floors go blue. It’s one of the loveliest times of year to get out with your dog: cool enough for a decent walk, light soft enough for photos, and everywhere feeling just a bit more hopeful. Bluebells...

If you’ve ever watched your dog stop mid-walk, lift their head or stick their nose down on a clump of grass, and suddenly become all nose, you’ll know what I mean when I say this: Dogs live in a world of scent. We humans walk through life like we’re reading a picture book, relying mainly on our sight. Dogs are reading a whole library… in 3D… in real time… written in invisible ink relying on their noses. Mantrailing is the dog sport that taps into their world. And the best part? In...