Easy Dog Ice Cream
Is your dog struggling with the current heat wave going on in Maidstone? No problem with our easy 3 ingredient doggy safe ice cream recipe. We currently have a glut of fabulously juicy black berries on the field we rent for play time so I’ve used a cup of those BUT peanut butter (check it’s…
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Cattery or Cat Sitter?
Cattery or Cat Sitter? Did you know cats are extremely territorial? And so a great deal of care should be taken when choosing a cattery. You may just think any where with a small out side area and a warm inside enclosure is fine but let’s look at it from your felines point of view. …
5 ways to keep your pet safe in the snow | Maidstone dog walking
5 ways to keep your pet safe in the snow Believe it or not some animals like humans just don’t like the snow, personally so long as I don’t have to drive I love it. Keep them warm Excuse me for stating the obvious but the cold can kill. There was recently a case of…
How regular dog walking can help improve your dogs life
How regular dog walking can improve your dog’s life! We all know that regular exercise for your dog is really important for its general health and preventing them from becoming overweight. But the benefits are not just limited to keeping your pooch in tip-top condition. We also know that modern life can be crazy…
Choosing a doggy day care in Maidstone
Choosing the best day care for your dog Having a dog is a great addition to the home, but sometimes the demands of work don’t fit with your dog. Maidstone dog walker investigates the different types of dog day care so that you can choose the best for your dog. We are working longer hours…
Autumn Safety For Your Dog
What does Autumn mean to you? Long crunchy leaf walks with your pooch, thick jumpers, hot chocolate? To your dog it is more likely to mean ‘yummy’ acorns or conkers, ‘tasty’ berries and fireworks all with potentially not so nice consequences. I know dammit we have to take the nice out of everything but…
Want to work with animals in Maidstone?
Due to expansion Poppy and Pals Pet Care Ltd are looking to hire one or two part time employees. Ideal candidates will Live in Maidstone Have experience working with animals Own a dog suitable vehicle Be a team player Have an enthusiastic outlook Have a passion for pet care For more information on this exciting opportunity send…
Dog Walking in Ditton, Aylesford and Larkfield
Exciting News Due to expansion Poppy and Pals are now excited to offer our weekday dog walking and doggy day care services in Ditton, Aylesford and Larkfield. As well as Maidstone, Loose, Fant, Barming, Allington and Penenden Heath. Fully Insured DBS Checked First Aid Trained Friendly team with a qualified dog trainer and a vet…
Are You Cut Out To Be a Dog Breeder?
Puppies are one of the greatest joys in life- so let’s face it, a job where you’re surrounded by fluffy bundles of joy every day is pretty much the dream. If you’re passionate about animals, it might have crossed your mind at one time or another as to whether you could become a breeder. It…
Kitty Care For Older Felines
Cats can make the most wonderful pets. They are loving and full of personality, although they can be a little mischievous sometimes as well. But with a significantly shorter lifespan than humans, if you do decide to get a cat as a pet you need to be prepared to look after it not just when…
New House, New…Pet?
The saying goes ‘new house, new baby’, and for most people, it’s the truth. With the extra space and the time, a new addition to the family is never far behind. For some, a new house means a new yard that is bigger than the last one and this means a new pet! Whether…
Summer vs. Your Pets: A Season-Surviving Guide
We can all agree that summer has come to the UK at last. There was the glorious heatwave of mid-June, which we all rushed to make the most of, well aware of the fact it probably wouldn’t last. Which, if previous summers are to go by, it won’t. Ah well, such is life on these…
Dealing with Your Dog’s Golden Years
It’s not all that easy to tell how long a dog is going to live. Sure, we can see the average lifespans of particular breeds, but there are so many factors to consider that can influence how long a dog lives and what sort of quality of life they’re going to have in those later…
Earn money off your dog walking bill.
Find out more about our referal scheme . Recommend us to your friends, family and neighbours who live in Maidstone (must be in our coverage area). Make sure they mention you. Once they book set walks (minimum of 5) or other services such as cat or house sitting (value of over £50) we will credit your…
Quick and Easy Doggy Ice-cream
Easy & Quick Doggy Ice-Cream 1 Ripe Banana 1 Tub of goats milk yogurt 2 t/bs of peanut butter (check it doesn’t contain xylitol) Add small bits of veg or fruit (carrot, peas, apple, blueberries etc) Mash all together. Freeze in a kong or other treat toy for 4 hours. Serve and relish in the…
Luxury Dog Day Care with a Difference
Why our dog day care is different. No fences, no wire, no boundaries. Other than those in the parks and along the hedge rows. We DON’T sit in a house, why would we when we live in beautiful Maidstone with rivers, orchards and fields. We have limits on the dogs we take out. We are…
Dog Travel Tips
Summer is arguably the best season of them all, not least for the travel opportunities that it offers. While your holiday overseas is the highlight of the year, there’s plenty to see and do at home in the UK as well. As a dog owner, the idea of taking to the roads in search of…
It Doesn’t Take Much To Make A Pet Happy
Having a pet in your family is a great and wonderful thing. Being able to live side-by-side with an animal of a different species is a gift which many people enjoy. But, despite the love and care, people want to give their animals; too many fall short. And, this is a shame because it doesn’t…