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Can I buy an easter egg for my dog?

The answer is yes! You can get dog easter eggs that are tasty and completely safe for dogs to eat. Made using carob, a dog-friendly version of chocolate, it’s one of the best options for dog, as chocolate contains a… Continue Reading →

Benefits of dog socialisation 

It is recommended that your dog is socialised from an early age. This helps your dog grow into a confident, happy adult. Whilst you can socialise an older dog, it is likely to be more stressful and difficult the older… Continue Reading →

Dog safety at Easter

Around Easter there is usually lots more food around, especially the food dogs can’t eat, chocolate! As it has a chemical in it called Theobromine which is toxic for them. The darker the chocolate contains more Theobromine in, but any… Continue Reading →

March 2023 Newsletter

Team Update In March we have welcomed a new Franchisee, Steph who has taken over the Penarth Franchise from Tamsin. Steph has been working as a pet carer in the Penarth team and when the opportunity came for Steph to… Continue Reading →

Looking for a fresh start in a new career?

Thinking about taking that leap into a new career? Love being outside and being around pets? Friends for pets can offer so much and can be super flexible around other jobs, family and other commitments. Being a pet carer with… Continue Reading →

Information to go through with your dog walker before you begin

Home visit/meeting – this should always be arranged before carrying out any pet care. To ensure the dog and the walker get to meet before agreeing and confirming to any future bookings. Insurance – please always make sure your dog… Continue Reading →

Essential items to take on a dog walk

What do you and your dog love to take on a dog walk? These are some of our favourites:- 1 – Poo bags! Lots of poo bags is the top item for me! As dog walkers, friends, family, owners, it… Continue Reading →

Choosing the right dog walker….

Since we started Friends for Pets 14 years ago, we have seen many pet care companies come and go. It has become quite a popular choice for people wanting to earn a bit of extra money or wanting a change… Continue Reading →

Some key facts from the Natwest/ BFA 2018 survey about franchising….

The Franchise Industry contributes £15 Billion to the UK economy – an increase of 46% over the past 10 years The total number of people employed within franchising has now reached 621,000 – an increase of 70% over the past… Continue Reading →

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