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Making Traditions

For a long time, spending Christmas at Claridge’s with Darcy and George was high on my bucket list. As soon as local Covid restrictions eased

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Clydeo to the Rescue

We have been reading Clydeo Takes a Bite Out of Life, a book written by Jennifer Aniston. The message of Clydeo revolves around curiousity, exploration, and the

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Paddington is Back

Our beloved bear, Paddington, is back! Earlier today, we attended a dog-friendly screening of Paddington in Peru at Picturehouse Central, one of several Picturehouse cinemas that host

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Gems Reimagined

Rescue dogs often go unnoticed, their true potential overlooked. Gems Reimagined is a colourful photographic series that aims to change this perspective.  Earlier in the

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Lucky Dogs

Here are four fantastic dog-friendly restaurants that we’ve explored recently, each offering a unique culinary experience—from Italian seafood to Michelin-star British and French cuisine, and

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November

November brings a quiet transformation to the world. The last of the autumn leaves fall, creating a carpet of warm colors, while bare branches begin

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Reflections

The act of reflection is not just about looking back; it’s about moving forward with a deeper understanding and a more deliberate intention. It’s a

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Exeat at art’otel

With another Exeat weekend approaching, I found myself wondering what to do with my 14-year-old godson, Sasha. Then, a lightbulb moment struck! Why not check

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Meet Ella

As I pace, I look down through the skylight and see my spaniel Ella’s gentle eyes looking back up at me. She senses my strange,

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05.10.2024

Chelsea is undoubtedly one of the most dog-friendly boroughs in London, and they’re gearing up to celebrate the many shops that roll out the red

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Black Dog Day

George, a little black dog from the streets of Hungary. Today, he wants to remind you that black dogs are delightful, fun, and loving companions,

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GOTCHA!

We celebrated September 18th as Bobo’s Gotcha Day—the day he got me. But it took more than a week for me to make him mine.

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Summer of ’24

It was a whirlwind of a summer! And today we officially transition to Autumn. As the season changes, it often evokes a bittersweet feeling. It’s

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10 Years of Us

Ten years ago today, Kim drove me to meet you at South Mimms. My heart pounded with both excitement and anxiety as we rushed toward

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First Love

It was a Sunday morning, and after our walk, Darcy sat on my lap while we enjoyed a coffee outside Gail’s on Fulham Road. She

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Larger than Life

Little Lady Lulu – we commemorate her one year anniversary of her Gotcha Day with a larger than life portrait. Her portrait by Sara Abbott

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365 days

I knew you were meant for me before I held you in my arms. When I saw your photo at Harbin Slaughterhouse Survivors, your eyes

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Cotswolds Weekend

We just had the most lovely weekend in the Cotswolds, a region renowned for its picturesque beauty and quintessential English charm. Each season in the

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Blossoms and Bonds

What better way to celebrate the extraordinary connection shared with our soul dog(s) on National Human Animal Bond Awareness Day by capturing the special moments

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Toothless Lulu

Oh dearie me! Lulu had an additional eight teeth removed. She was already missing her lower incisors. During her pre-departure dental check-up before she left

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Lulu @ Cliveden

Our recent adventures with Margaret of Kitchen Chat ended with another staycation at Cliveden House – it is always a pleasure to return to this

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Wow @ OWO

When we heard that Raffles Hotel was opening in London, it immediately brought back fond memories of enjoying a Singapore Sling at the original Raffles

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Summer day @ Le Manoir

Le Manoir aux Quat’Saisons, a Belmond Hotel in Oxfordshire is one of England’s most celebrated manor house hotels. Often referred to simply as Le Manoir,

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