Hownd have been producing ethical, cruelty free products since 2015. They started with their range of shampoos and spa products, which include a paw balm made from Candelila wax (a sustainable shrub) rather than bees! Hownd want humans and dogs to embrace the power of plants and have launched a whole range of vegan food and treats for dogs. If you are a vegan, vegetarian or flexitarian and would like to explore how your pooch can join you, read on as we answer some of the questions you may have about moving your dog onto a plant based diet. Does my dog need meat for protein? Dogs need protein to develop strong bones and muscles and maintain their immune system. They also need amino acids to fight infection and produce hormones. Meat is a good source of protein and amino acids but they can also be found in plants such as peas, lentils, chickpeas, brown rice, hemp to name but a few. Hownd's Complete wet Superfood contains pumpkin which is rich is vitamin A and high in anti-oxidants. Quinoa is gluten free and high in fibre and the Moringa plant is a natural prebiotic, keeping tummies healthy and reducing flatulence. Next month they will be launching their superfood dry food which can be added to their wet food or mixed with your dog's current food for a flexitarian diet. Will my dog be getting enough vitamins and minerals? Plants can provide enough vitamins and minerals to maintain a healthy, balanced diet for your dog. If your dog needs any extra vitamins for health reasons, then these can be added in the form of supplements. Dogs also absorb vitamin D from the sun which they will get on their daily walks. All Hownd food and treats contain hemp which is not just a high source of protein and amino acids but is also rich in Omega fats 3, 6 & 9. Is it cruel to cut meat from my dog's diet? We all want what is best for our pooches and providing them with a healthy diet is probably top of the list. Feeding them a nutrient rich diet that suits them is the most important thing and your dog will let you know what they like and don't. If you feel you want your dog to help you make a positive impact on the planet, you could introduce a plant-based diet slowly to their current food. You may decide to always feed a mixture or you may decide to switch totally to vegan. Every little helps! You can further help by feeding them from one of Hownd's anti-bacterial bowls , made from recyclable polypropylene. For further information on all Hownd products and more FAQs about a plant-based diet visit their website .

6 Places to Celebrate National Burger Day. August 27th is National Burger Day, the day to celebrate putting something delicious in a bun before realising you will never fit in your mouth and have to take it all apart again! As a nation, we love burgers. Whether they be beef, chicken, mushroom or plant based, we just can't get enough of them. So no wonder they are a staple on most pub menus and of course, they are often served with another favourite - CHIPS. Here are 6 of our favourite places to indulge yourself on National Burger Day where your pooch can join you and drool at your feet, hoping you will fail in your attempts to get it all in and some will drop into his waiting jaws. The Angel & Crown is tucked away down a side street in Richmond but you will want to find it because they are not only super dog friendly but they do an amazing, tasty burger. Doggies are welcome throughout the pub and can join you on the seats to get a better chance of catching those falling morsels of beef. Choose from 8oz beef or veggie burger, both served on brioche bun and you don't even have to wait for National Burger Day as every Wednesday at The Angel & Crown is Burger Night. More details on their website . We can't talk about beef without mentioning our friends at Gaucho ! If your burger just has to be beef, then you won't get better than one made from 100% Argentine beef from premium Black Angus cattle reared on 17 different types of grass. Dogs are welcome at all their restaurants except the one at the O2. We also can't not mention our friends at Shake Shack ! All 6 of their London locations welcome pooches and we even have our own menu of red velvet biscuits with vanilla custard. We just have one request - a doggie burger please!! Find your nearest Shake Shack here... Now we move on to 3 places that take dog friendly to a whole new level and where we dogs can really get involved in National Burger Day. Starting with LMH Townhouse in Chelsea which is a café, creche and wellness centre for dogs by Love My Human. Our doggie menu is almost as extensive as the human one and includes poached salmon, beef meatballs, frozen yoghurt and of course beef burgers with sweet potato. Visit their website and book your table here.. .It's a MUST for all doggies. Another MUST visit for all Four Legged Foodies is Wags N Tales in Surbiton and Twickenham. At these friendly local cafes, you will be looked at strangely if you don't have a dog! Here you can enjoy homemade doggie scones, pupcakes and puppaccino while the humans devour their veggie burgers from a choice of falafel, jackfruit, mac n cheese or quarter pounder. Tell the humans to leave room for one of their delicious cakes and donuts made fresh every day! If you need any more persuading, donuts are 3 for 2 on Fridays!! Get yourself to Wags N Tales ASAP! Dogs of London who haven't been to Dandie Dog Cafe yet, tell your humans to get their act together and take you there on National Burger Day! We doggies not only get our very own venison cheeseburger but over a dozen other delicious dishes on our very own doggie menu. In fact it's the same size as the human menu! The human food at Dandie is vegan so they can enjoy dishes like scrambled tofu or a vegan sharing board. The humans really need to sample the delicious homemade cakes, made fresh every day and ten after you've all eaten get something to take home for everyone from deli and shop. Check their website for menus and events. Happy National Burger Day!!

We dog lovers also care about the planet, that's why we LOVE this insect protein food from Percuro and that's why we are delighted to have them on Treat Street at the Fest. You may not be aware that food can be made from insects but it's true and it's the next big thing if we are to reduce carbon emissions from livestock farming. Percuro is the first low carbon paw-print, next-generation pet food which is sustainable, ethically farmed and formulated for the health of your pet’s body and mind. So if you are ready to reduce your carbon pawprint then visit them on September 19th to find out more about the insect revolution.

Whether you are a budding photographer or you just like taking snaps of your pooch, you will not be short of locations in and around London. As one of the greenest cities in the world, we have a huge selection of parks, commons, woods, heaths and even a couple of forests so plenty of places to capture your dog enjoying outdoor activities! There are also some great urban locations that make a stunning backdrop such as this colourful street in Chelsea or the street art in Shoreditch. Here are some of our favourite locations for capturing that perfect pic (and nearby dog friendly places for refreshments of course). All that posing can be thirsty work you know! Battersea Park is a 200 acre Victorian Park with a variety of things to see and plenty of places to pose. The park has a boating lake, ponds with stunning fountains, large open fields and pathways lined with flowers. It really has something for everyone. Some favourite photo spots are the Victorian bandstand in the centre of the park and the Festival Gardens which was built in 1951 as part of the Festival of Britain. Probably the most stunning photos will be those of the Peace Pagoda (below). The Peace Pagoda was erected in 1985 and is one of 80 peace pagodas worldwide. The gilt-bronze statues depict the significant stages of Buddha's life and the pagoda is kept in tip top condition by a Buddhist monk who visits the park daily. From here there are also great views of the river over to Chelsea and the Thames path leads to Battersea Power Station which is now home to many fantastic restaurants like Megan's who have a river-facing terrace where you can enjoy a lazy lunch and be well cared for their super dog loving staff! The South Bank runs along the Thames from Lambeth Bridge to Blackfriars Bridge and along the way, offers a multitude of photo opportunities with some iconic London landmarks as the backdrop. If you head West from Waterloo station, you will see the London Eye and Houses of Parliament and luckily there are plenty of walls and raised areas where you can get pooch to pose from. Very close to the station (in fact under it) you will find Leake Street Arches which is a constantly changing street art exhibition if you're looking for a more 'edgy' vibe to your pics. Heading East you will have the City of London as the backdrop from over the river including the beautiful St.Paul's Cathedral. You can get some great shots from any of the foot bridges along the way. The South Bank is a very vibrant area where there are always lots of people and noise which won't appeal to every doggie so if it all gets too much just nip behind The National Theatre where you will find an oasis of calm at The Green Room. The bar and restaurant has a wonderful outdoor terrace and serves an all-day menu including bottomless brunch on Saturdays. Greenwich Park is one of our Royal Parks and has some of the best views of the city you will find. The park has been around since Roman times and is a former hunting ground, in fact you will still find some wild deer roaming freely so keep your pooch on a lead if he's a chaser! Greenwich Park is also home to the Royal Observatory and the Maritime Museum. At its highest point (and on a clear day) you will find those views of London which is a great place to meet some friends for a photo opportunity. Greenwich can be reached by river on the Thames Clipper and you can also take doggies on the Emirates Cable Car to Docklands. Whenever we visit we like to start with a visit to Heap's Sausages for breakfast and then on to The Richard 1st pub afterwards. If you like a leisurely stroll by the river then the Thames Path between Kingston and Richmond will be right up your street (or path). This stretch of the Thames Path is around 5 miles long and takes you through Ham and Petersham with views of Teddington and Twickenham on the other side of the river. You can get some beautiful river shots with Kingston and Richmond Bridges in the background. If you start at Kingston you can get yourself set up for the 2 hour walk with a breakfast from Poor Boys and then end with a visit to The Angel and Crown in Richmond. There is also the option of stopping halfway for lunch at Petersham Nurseries . At the very least it's worth the detour to visit this beautiful garden centre where dogs are welcome everywhere. Our largest Royal Park, Richmond Park is a whopping 2360 acres so you might need more than one visit to see all it has to offer! This is another park where deer roam free and it also has a main road running through it (the photo above was taken in April 2020 so the road isn't usually that quiet) but even if pooch has to be kept on the lead it is well worth a visit especially for nature lovers. Richmond Park is not just a park, it is also a Nature Reserve with thousands of species including insects, wild mammals and birds (this is where you will find London's famous wild Parakeets). If plants and trees are more your thing you will also find hundreds of varieties of both in the park and there is even an oak tree that's over 750 years old! Just think how many legs have been cocked against that!! If you want some photos of your pooch with stunning flowers in the background then head to Isabella Plantation (dogs MUST be on leads here) where you will find a splash of colour all year round. There are some high points in the park where you can see across London all the way to St.Paul's Cathedral but it will need to be a particularly clear day. After you've found the perfect log for you and your pals to pose on you can all head out of Kingston Gate to nearby pub The Albert or The Lass O' Richmond Hill is just outside Richmond Gate. We hope you find some great places for photographing your dog and we would love to see them. Please tag us @the4leggedfoodies so we can share them.

We are biased of course, but we can't think of a better place to have a weekend break with your pooch than our very own capital city. London is not only packed with things to do and see but has over 35,000 acres of green space for walkies (even the fastest greyhound couldn't cover that in a weekend!) and hundreds of wonderful places you can dine out with your dog. We will be running a number of staycation blogs over the summer so to kick us off here are 5 dog friendly hotels that are perfect for a doggie mini break. Hoxton Hotels There are 3 Hoxton Hotels in London; Southwark , Holborn and Shoreditch and they are all extremely dog friendly. In the room you will find a bed for pooch along with bowls and treats and the staff will make you and doggies very welcome. All 3 hotels welcome dogs in the bar/lounge areas of their restaurants which are all spacious and comfortable. You can have breakfast in your room or pooch can join you in the bar/lounge. We have stayed at all three locations with Archie and can highly recommend. Read our full review here and visit their website to book. The Rosewood Hotel The Rosewood in Holborn is a luxury hotel where they take special care of furry friends as well as their humans. The rooms are equipped with everything a pampered pooch needs including a bed, toys, bowls and treats or if you want the full pampering experience you can book their Canine Package in partnership with Barbour and Lily's Kitchen . The experience includes a personal butler (don't all dogs have these anyway?), a spa treatment for you and pooch and much more. They even have a pet sitting service in case you want to dine elsewhere but why would you when doggies can join you in any of their restaurants and bars. If you don't fancy staying over, we highly recommend a visit to try their food this summer. Read our review here and visit their website to book. The Milestone Hotel You'll know how dog friendly The Milestone is before you even get through the door from the greeting you will receive from Steven, London's most famous doorman (pictured with Archie in main image). The hotel is perfectly situated to explore London and is directly opposite Hyde Park and when you book you will be sent a Pet Preference form so they can get your room prepared for pooch. You will then get your tailormade hamper when you arrive along with a bed, bowls and a turndown treat. You even get your own pet concierge to cater for all your four legged needs! Careful though, as your pooch may decide he prefers to live here! The Milestone is a Red Carnation Hotel who have 5 other dog friendly hotels in London. Read our review here and visit their website to book your stay. The Swan, Esher This hotel is just outside London in leafy Surrey but is well worth a visit if not for the food alone! Chef and dog lover Jose Pizarro runs the restaurant at this village pub and we doggies are welcome to stay overnight in 2 of their rooms. You can expect the same warm welcome and excellent Spanish cuisine as with all Pizarro restaurants in London. Nacho is hoping his Spanish connections will earn him some extra Jamon when he visits! Read our review of the restaurant here and visit their website to book. Images courtesy of Youngs and Fullers London Pubs with Rooms Our 2 largest pub companies, Youngs and Fullers have a selection of dog friendly hotels. So you can enjoy a pint (or two) at the best British boozers and you only have to make it upstairs afterwards. Visit Fullers and Youngs for full listing of dog friendly hotels. Bon Voyage!!

Archie at Neverland London The sun is promising to come out, it's our last long weekend until August and we can even start hugging our friends again! Here are 5 ways to make the most of this Bank Holiday weekend with your pooch by your side. Saturday Night at the Movies It doesn't have to be Saturday night! You can take your pooch along to any of the screenings by Rooftop Film Club at their Bussey Bar Rooftop venue. This weekend they are showing the 90s classic Clueless and pooches are also welcome in the bar area at Bussey Bar . Some of their drive in screenings at other venues are dog friendly so check the website for details. Raise a Glass to the Great British Pub This Monday will be our first (hopefully of many) Take Your Dog to the Pub Day and we hope many of our Four Legged Foodie friends will join us by paying a visit to their favourite pub!* We will be celebrating the day at The Duke of Cambridge in Battersea so do say hello if you are there too! For Richmond doggies we recommend The Lass O'Richmond Hill and Angel and Crown . For Hampstead doggies we recommend The Holly Bush . For Kingston doggies we recommend The Canbury Arms and The Ram . For Clapham doggies we recommend The Rookery . For Kings Cross doggies we recommend The Lighterman . If you want to explore a new pub, use our Dogs Come Too search or install our app to find great dog friendly London boozers. Oh I Do Like to be Beside the Seaside We have so many wonderful beaches in the UK and you may be surprised to learn that many of them are dog friendly all year round. Some firm favourites are West Wittering, Camber Sands, Wells and Sutton on Sea (pictured above).* If you'd rather stay in London, you can still get that beach experience at Fulham Beach, Neverland London where you can also enjoy cocktails, food and music. *Archie has been to dozens of beaches, particularly in Cornwall, so if you want any specific recommendations please message us. A Sailor's Life for Me Round up 5 friends, get your lifejacket on, pack up a picnic and spend an afternoon on the water with GoBoat . Trips are now available from Paddington , Kingston and Canary Wharf and all boats are super dog friendly. It's a great way to see the city! Festivals Are On! Well Doggie ones are anyway. Sorry this is not technically for the bank holiday as Dogstival is next weekend but you can buy your tickets this weekend and get planning what you want to do when you get there. Don't forget to look out for Archie and Nacho who will be there all weekend. Get your tickets here .

Next week Nacho starts at Puppy School with Lady and the Hound where he will go for 6 weeks to learn some basic behavioural skills or should I say, WE will learn how to teach him those skills! Taking your puppy to training like Puppy School is a fantastic way to start your training journey but it doesn't end there. If you want your pup to be a well-behaved, happy dog, you will need to continue putting what you learn into practice at home. Here are a few tips on how to help your pup with his homework! Getting Out and About At Puppy School, Nacho will be learning about lead walking and recall which will need to be practised in the outside world and will be much more daunting than in the safe indoor space of school. It's great to get your puppy used to the place where you are likely to walk most but in the early days of training that place needs to be carefully chosen. For example, our closest park is Richmond Park but the vast open space and extra dangers of wild deer and a busy road running through it are probably not the best place to practice recall. We have therefore chosen a small, enclosed recreation ground nearby for Nacho's walks and any off-lead activities. Be sure to use some high value treats when training like ByBenji biltong or Beautiful Joes liver treats. Your pup will also get a lot of benefit from exploring your local area and that's when you can practice getting him to walk nicely on a lead. Don’t be too worried about practicing any formal lead training on your puppy’s first few walks, let them lead the way and sniff their environment and get familiar with their surroundings. Go at their pace (you might not get very far!) and let them explore and grow in confidence. This is how they will learn to feel comfortable enough to toilet on their walks too. Imogen - Lady and the Hound Establishing a Routine You will need to let your pup know what their daily life is going to be like and the sooner you introduce them to these things, the better. If your pup is going to be left alone while you go out to work or play without them, then introduce this slowly over their first months if possible. Adult dogs should not be left home alone for more than 4 hours at a time and for pups it's even less. Other things that will become part of their routine you may need to consider include: Introducing them early to their professional walker/carer, groomers and vets. Getting them used to various modes of transport. Taking them to dog friendly places. Allowing them to socialise with people and other dogs. Introduce them early to anyone who will be a regular visitor to your home. Being Social And no we don't mean on Instagram! Get your pup to meet as many doggies of all ages and sizes as you feel comfortable with. If you are a bit nervous about this, get some of your doggie friends to help you and always check with other owners that their dog is OK with puppies. Playing with other dogs is an important part of your dog's development and older dogs can help your puppy learn what is acceptable. Your puppy should also get used to humans of all shapes and sizes, especially any that will be part of their lives. Some common issues that dogs can develop are people wearing hats/helmets or high visibility clothes, children on bikes/scooters and, of course, the postman! The earlier you can get your pup to learn there is nothing to fear from any of these, the better. If you usually walk in a park, try mixing in some street walks so your pup can encounter a variety of sights, people and sounds such as these and also things like sirens and other loud city noises. Provide Mental Stimulation Puppies are inquisitive and constantly looking for mischief, on top of which they are desperate to chew, especially until they lose their puppy teeth. Giving them a variety of toys and games to keep them occupied will not only save your furniture and shoes from certain destruction but will also get them using their brains. Providing puppies with ‘doggy jobs’ which involve a repetitive action such as licking, sniffing or chewing encourages your puppy to be calm, keeps them mentally stimulated and helps them settle. Imogen - Lady and the Hound There are many excellent brain toys for your pup including K9 Connectables , Kong® and Lickimat® Give Them Time Out All that learning is hard work so you will need to factor in some rest time for your pup. Give him a safe place to rest, somewhere away from your other dog, your children and general activity in your house. Your pup will always be more interested in what's going on around him and want to be involved so you will need to help him when it's time to rest. Creating a quiet VIP den area (very important puppy….my terminology!) will help give them a quiet safe space they can go to to get away from it all - you can use crates, pens, underneath tables and corners to create a VIP area - just as long as it’s tucked away and quiet. Imogen - Lady and the Hound For further training tips and booking sessions with Imogen visit Lady and The Hound. For discounts on products mention visit Archies Offers.

This Covid thing has been good for us doggies in more ways than one. The humans have been at home a lot more and we've had extra walkies as they need an excuse to stop working! More good news for us pooches this year is that the humans are not so keen to get on those noisy flying things and leave us for a week this summer. Instead, they are looking for somewhere in the UK where they can go to relax and that means we can go too! We don't know about you but we love the beach. There's nothing better than feeling the sand between your toes and the wind in your fur as you chase a ball or run with one of your pals. The humans always seem much happier too when they are by the sea. So here are some great beaches to visit on your staycation, personally recommended by Nacho and me. I have to start with my all time favourite, Cornwall . I have been here many times and the humans love it so much they even bought a house there! Many Cornish beaches are dog friendly all year round and the coastline is so varied, you could go for years and years and still discover something new. Here's a few of my favourites: Porthcurnick , which has a lot of steps to navigate to get to but so worth it because it's a lovely quiet cove and then you can head back up for lunch at The Hidden Hut . For those dogs that want more space, Crantock Beach has a vast expanse of golden sand and is close to bustling Newquay if you also have small humans to entertain. This is me on my local beach at Par, from where you can visit the lovely nearby harbour village of Fowey , where most shops, pubs and restaurants are dog friendly. It is also close to Looe and Polperro which are equally dog friendly. I have so many tips and recommendations for Cornwall, I can't fit them all in one blog so please contact me if you are thinking of visiting and would like more information. There is a huge selection of dog friendly places to stay (including my house) at Sykes Cottages. If you live in London and are not so keen on long car journeys, then I recommend a visit to West Wittering , which is under 2 hours away. This is another beach I have visited many times and has a large section which is dog friendly all year. It's a great place to spend the day because you can find your own secret spot in the dunes and hide away. The humans will have to pay to park here as it is a private estate , but there are toilets and a couple of cafes which usually have dog treats if you've forgotten yours. There is also a huge grassy area where you can picnic if you prefer your sandwiches without the sand. BBQ's are allowed here and on the beach. I like to paddle but am a bit scared of waves so I particularly like this beach because the shore is very calm and gentle. Perfect for getting your paws wet and cooling down on a hot day. There are shops and cafes to enjoy in nearby East Wittering. Our friends The Cavdashians recently moved to Seaford and Nacho was lucky to go and visit with some of our pals. The beach is shingle which doesn't suit all paws but there is a paved walkway running alongside the beach with some pretty beach huts selling local arts and crafts. You get great views of Seven Sisters Cliffs from the beach and it is an easy walk towards Newhaven as it is completely flat. Nearby Lewes is a lovely town to visit with plenty of dog friendly places to eat and drink. It's also not too far from Brighton which is super dog friendly too! Dean's Place Hotel in Alfriston which has very pretty grounds and dogs are welcome in the restaurant. Nacho and his pals enjoyed a fabulous Afternoon Tea with the humans. Another favourite of mine, for obvious reasons, is Norfolk and Wells-next-the-Sea is particularly dog friendly. The beach is dog friendly all year round and is very wide with lovely soft sand. It is overlooked by pretty, colourful beach huts and is surrounded by a wooded area if you need a walk in the shade. One of the best things about this beach is The Beach Cafe which has plenty of outdoor seating. The humans can enjoy food and drinks while us pooches can enjoy a delicious Pupsicle or treats that are on sale in the cafe along with some other essentials for visiting dogs. Wells itself has plenty more dog friendly places to eat and drink and is a good base from which to explore the rest of North Norfolk such as Cromer and Brancaster - which has another favourite beach of mine. You can find plenty of dog friendly places to stay with Norfolk Hideaways . Another great beach that's only a couple of hours from London is Camber Sands . You have to climb up and over the steep sandy dunes, but it's worth the effort to see this stunning stretch of beach which has been used in several films, including Dunkirk. I can highly recommend staying at The Gallivant which is opposite the beach and super dog friendly. If you don't stay, then do go for lunch! There is plenty to explore nearby, including the quaint harbour town of Rye with a good selection of dog friendly pubs and cafes. I can also recommend a visit to Dungeness . There's nothing there but the strange landscape makes for some great photos and it's a good place for bird spotting if you like that kind of thing. You can find more dog friendly places to stay at Canine Cottages . Last year the humans and I took a staycation on the Isle of Wight and I highly recommend it. It's so easy to get there from London, even if you don't have a car and there are some great beaches to explore. There is plenty of variety on the island from the wide sandy beach at Ryde to the fascinating rocks at Alum Bay and the pretty harbour in Cowes. The island has many dog friendly places to stay, eat and visit. We are even allowed in the model village where even small dogs like us look like giants next to the tiny people! Check out my IOW blog from 2020 with more details of places to visit. If you'd rather not leave London at all this summer, then you can still enjoy all the benefits of the beach at Neverland London , you just have to swap the sea for the Thames! This fabulous space on the river in Fulham welcomes pooches of all sizes to join in the fun and even throw some shapes like me if you'e up for it! Probably best not to take us pooches on Friday and Saturday nights as it gets very busy. The space is redesigned every year but they always offer good food, cocktails and entertainment. Visit their website for booking details and follow them @neverlandlondon Happy staycationing!!

Sometimes even we have to admit we are a bit stinky so when that time comes for a bath, we want to have something that has no nasty ingredients, is kind to our skin but still smells great. Wild For Dogs products tick all those boxes and more! Wild for Dogs believe our pooches should have products that are as high quality as human ones so their shampoos, conditioners and perfume sprays contain only natural and organic and hypoallergenic ingredients. Plus they are vegan too! Ingredients such as Aloe Vera, Argan Oil, Lavender Essential Oil, Willow Bark Extract, Cedarwood Essential Oil keep our coats soft and fluffy and make us smell fabulous so we can get back to being allowed on the sofa! You can also get a pet friendly candle to fill your room with the smell of musk, rose and fir. Which the humans say is much better than mud and fox poop! Get back in your human's good books with Wild For Dogs and use ARCHIE15 for 15% off.

If you have a pup who doesn't like water or you worry they just don't drink enough then there is a solution. Furr Boost is a delicious dog hydration drink designed especially for pooches, using human-grade, high quality ingredients, providing the perfect junk-free complement to your dog’s daily water intake. We tried Furr Boost because Archie is a nervous traveller and usually refuses to drink on long journeys but he couldn't resist the tasty flavours and even calmed down of this drink and even clamed down a bit afterwards. The drinks are packaged in Terta Pak® cartons so are easy to transport and take out and about for walks or holidays. Furr Boost is available in 3 delicious flavours; beef, broccoli and blueberry; chicken, butternut squash and cranberry; and pork, sweet potato and apple and each flavour is packed with natural superfoods, vitamins and added oils from salmon, flaxseed and coconut. All are completely free of artificial preservatives and colourants. As well as topping up hydration levels, Furr Boost also supports a healthy metabolism, skin and coat, and aids anxiety, digestion and immunity. Furr Boost can be given as a tasty treat on its own, added to dry food, or frozen into refreshing treats. It is suitable for dogs on a dry, wet or combination diet. We made it into these frozen lollies in the brief hot spell we had this summer and they worked perfectly as a tasty cooling treat. You can also freeze the drink then mush it up onto a Lickimat ® or other enrichment toy to keep pooch occupied for a few minutes (or seconds if you're a Four Legged Foodie). Furr Boost will be at Paws in the Park on October 9th and 10th or you can get your Furr Boosts here and use code ARCHIELOVES15 for 15% off.

Every year during Chelsea Flower Show, the streets of Chelsea turn into a giant floral display with shops, restaurants and businesses creating flowery masterpieces for visitors to enjoy. It's great for dog owners as pooches aren't allowed into the actual show and unlike the pricey tickets to the show, these displays are free to admire and photograph to your heart's content. The show was postponed from it's usual time in May to September this year so had a more autumnal theme but the Chelsea displays were just as vibrant and stunning as ever. We started at Sloane Square and headed down Kings Road, stopping off to see the camels in Duke of York Square and the Statue of Libertree in Pavilion Road and finding some secret displays on the quieter streets off Kings Road. The show is back 24th - 28th May 2022 so put the date in your diary and we look forward to seeing your floral poochie photos next year. Of course no day out is complete without a dog friendly lunch and we were delighted to try out The Cross Keys on Lawrence Street along with our friend Tika. Here's Archie's review: The Cross Keys is what our humans call a 'Posh Pub' because it has a separate dining are to the bar and it serves fabulous, top quality food. These dining areas are often off limits to Four Legged Foodies but not so at The Cross Keys, in fact we only spotted 1 table that didn't have a dog with them! The first thing we noticed was a huge jar of treats waiting for us by the door, and although we had to be reminded that we had to share them with other dogs, it made us feel very welcome. The staff also made us very welcome and didn't even mind Nacho jumping up at them every time they came to the table. The pub is spacious and the dining area has lovely natural light with a mixture of tables and banquette booths. The humans ordered a selection of food (which was apparently too good to share with us) which further established The Cross Keys into our 'posh pub' *category because it wasn't just the usual burger or fish and chips on the menu. The menu is more like that of a top restaurant with dishes such as Cornish Mussels and Pan Roasted Lemon Sole. We can only assume the humans enjoyed their scallops, steak tartare and burrata because there was not a crumb left on their plates. Tika, Nacho and I had a great time and we highly recommend you pay The Cross Keys a visit when you are in Chelsea. It is also the closest pub to Chelsea Old Church where the Dog's Trust Carol Concert is held in December. *Please don't be put off when we say "posh", this is still a pub where everyone is welcome for drinks, food or both. Which is perhaps just as well because we are most definitely not posh pups - well maybe Tika is!

We were blown away by how many pooches joined us for our first Four Legged Foodie Fest last Sunday. Despite TFL taking away the tube and it being the only rainy day in London for weeks, you showed up in your hundreds and made it a fabulous day! There were treats galore in store for all Four Legged Foodies like tasters from Butternut Box , pupcakes from Bombshell Bakes , bone broth from Electric Beans and hourly cookery demonstrations from HUG Pet Food which was then served up to anyone who watched patiently with a waggy tail. Despite the rain, our four legged friends made sure their humans visited all the wonderful doggie companies and got their Christmas lists started. From bandanas to beds to leads and collars and even doggie portraits, there was something for everypawdy! Dogs of London got to meet lots of new friends and some of the faces behind some of their favourite brands and many brought along their own pooches too including the handsome Wolfie from Hiro + Wolf . During the rainy hour dogs and their humans got to relax in our Hyde Bark Corner tent with coffee, cakes, hot dogs, beer and vegan pasta. We can't wait for our next event. Can YOU??