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Visiting Aynho Park

As you may already be aware, besides writing our blog, Mum’s real job is doing interiors. So when she heard that RH (formerly Restoration Hardware),

A Cotswolds Retreat

It was time for Lulu to see more of England, her new country. And we thought The Cotswolds with it’s miles of rolling hills and

Nooshe jân! 

نوش جان (Nooshe jân!) means ‘May it nourish your soul’. Right on our doorstep on King’s Road is a new restaurant, Diba which serves authentic

Impostor’s back!

Look who’s back! Impostor!!! For those of you who do not know IMP – it is a life sized cardboard cut-out of Darcy that Mum

Simply September

“And suddenly, you know it’s time to start something new and trust the magic of new beginnings”. After a cool and wet August, September started

Moon Festival

Tonight the Harvest Moon shines bright in the night sky. It also coincides with the Mid-Autumn Festival, also known as the Moon Festival which is

A Memory Tree

“TREES EXHALE FOR US SO THAT WE CAN INHALE THEM TO STAY ALIVE. CAN WE EVER FORGET THAT? LET US LOVE TREES WITH EVERY BREATH

London Lulu

It’s been a month since I arrived in this big city. Everyone had welcomed me with hugs galore. At first, I wasn’t sure what hugs

9th Together Day

To all of you who asked how I am with Lulu, I appreciate your concerns. You can say, I was once in her position and

First Portrait

The first of many that will go on our gallery wall. One of the first things that some had said to Mum when they heard

Goodbye, Lucca

Stop all the clocks, cut off the telephone, Prevent the dog from barking with a juicy bone, Silence the pianos and with muffled drum Bring out the coffin,

See you there!

The second year of Chelsea Dog Day is on next Saturday – 09.09.2023. Wonder if it was chosen because it is caNINE, caNINE or just

Awesome August

August is like the Sunday of Summer. The month began cold and windy. We were wind swept on the beaches of Brighton. And we had

I’m Lulu

Officially, I am Lucy “Lulu” Skye. Mum has always liked the name Lucy and would have named her daughter that if she had one. So

Stranger in the Night

When Darcy left us, many have asked Mum if she would get another. “But I have George,” she would say. She knew she would one

Much to do!

Heads up to for International Dog Day – this Saturday, 26th August. There’s quite a bit going on in London to celebrate us. Here are

You never love the same

In September, it would be nine years since Mum had decided to adopt me. Still remembering clearly how she found herself in a dilemma soon

An Inspired MasterPooch

A Guest Blog by Artist Martine Davis: Next weekend, 26, and 27th August, I will be unveiling my latest MasterPooch at The Big Woof in Kings

Olá Lisboa 🇵🇹

Day 1. It was an early morning start. At Heathrow, there was a tentative moment at Air Portugal check-in desk. They questioned my carrier bag

Snuggles?

To bed, or not to bed? That’s the question. Most often asked by dog parents, “Are dogs allowed on bed?” It’s a YES in our

Show Off!

Show off your skills at The Big Woof – a Bank Holiday weekend extravaganza from 26 – 27 August dedicated to our favourite furry friends

Teen Tyke

Little Tyke as you all know him hasn’t been “little” for a long while now. But we just couldn’t think of another name to call

Have I got news!

When our neighbour, Splash’s mum told us about their experience with an animal communicator, Mum couldn’t wait to get an appointment. She really wanted to

It’s been awhile

Cliveden House holds a special place in our hearts. Mum celebrated her birthday there before she had us but as soon as Darcy came along,

Trick Experts

Do you remember earlier in the year when I achieved my Expert Trick Dog Title? Mum never thought I would ever get there, but with

July Memories

Take it easy, don’t rush things. Half the year is gone, but hey, let’s carry on. July was another busy month full of experiences. So

An Illustrated Memory

When Mum was looking for that one last piece of art to go on her gallery wall, she found Sarah Westwood. She had seen an

A Royal Thank You

Do you remember the King Charles (Spaniel) Coronation mugs designed by the wonderful and talented Alice of @dogdogcatsdogs? (A Royal Cuppa) We loved them so

The Big Woof

We are pleased to announce The Big Woof – a pawesome weekend of fun in Coal Drops Yard, King’s Cross on 26th and 27th August.

London Summer ’23

Looking for fun summer activities in London? Here are a few places to check out when you’re out and about in our capital city. What

Darcy

Darcy

My father’s a miniature poodle called Ginger and my mother an English Cocker Spaniel called Beth. That’s what makes me a cockapoo.

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