Category: Pets Food

Pet retailer Jollyes creates 10 jobs at 14th Northern Ireland store

, 12/07/2023

PET retailer Jollyes will create 10 jobs when it opens a new store at Boucher Road in Belfast at the end of July – its 14th in Northern Ireland and 92nd in the UK. The 5,500 sq feet outlet will offer a range of pet food (including frozen raw brands), pet toys, pet accessories, small animals and services including a community pet clinic, which offers vaccinations and microchipping services. The Boucher Road opening on July 29 comes as Jollyes confirmed record sales in its full year to the end of May, when turnover rose by 33 per cent to £115.5…

Food banks for pets: the new projects helping famished furry friends

, 11/07/2023

With the cost-of-living crisis putting a strain on household expenses, some are struggling to feed and care for their pets. Cue a raft of organizations, businesses and campaigners, which are coming together to keep pets happy, healthy and fed “Angels without wings.” That’s how cat owner Pete Dolan describes Animal Food Bank Support UK after they delivered two boxes of food, two bags of treats and several large bags of biscuits for his cats, Frankie and Charlie. The Facebook group coordinates 150 volunteer community support workers who help distribute free pet food to those unable to feed their pets. So…

Last Chance for Heavily Discounted Doggy Photoshoots!

, 09/07/2023

Very Last Gasp for Better than Half Price Photo Sessions All through the Spring and early Summer, Hairy Dog Photography has been running better than half price, last minute photo sessions, mainly due to the house being up for sale and an uncertainty about where I would be in a month’s time! Well sadly, the house still hasn’t sold so it looks like you’re stuck with me for at least a few more months! And this means that prices will be returning to normal on the 15th of August. Current offers are; just £35 for a full, one hour session…

Food drive aims to support veterans, their pets

, 04/07/2023

Many Calgary veterans rely heavily on the Veterans Association Food Bank to feed not only themselves, but the animals they hold dear to their hearts. As Remembrance Day approaches, a pet food drive is being planned to ensure veterans in need can keep their pets, and keep them fed. “The economy is so bad right now and everyone’s struggling,” said Chris Malmberg of MOMMS Premium Pet Foods, which is organizing the drive. “It … gives them peace of mind for their PTSD or whatever demons they’re fighting. The last thing they want to do is surrender their pets because they…

Aberdeen Dog Photography Housewarming Offer

, 30/06/2023

After many (many!) months of waiting, we have finally sold our house near Durham and are now living back in Aberdeen, after a 15 year absence!. We haven’t moved in to the new house quite yet – everything seems to happen with all the haste of a glacier moving through syrup… However, I’m now up and running in Grampian, offering the same services as before – tip -top dog and family photography ready to be turned into stunning art for your walls. Bad jokes are all part of the service too. The Hairy Dog website has had a bit of…

Millions warned over unlikely household object that’s being used to ‘spy’ on victims – that’s where you least expect it

, 26/06/2023

HOMEOWNERS have been warned over an unlikely household object that has been hijacked by cyber crooks to steal their personal data. Hackers are taking advantage of a vulnerability found in smart pet feeders, which lets them secretly ‘spy’ on victims, researchers at cyber security company Kaspersky have uncovered. 1 Onlookers have long said that there is a price to be paid for convenience as smart tech creeps further into the homes of the 21st CenturyCredits: Amazon Smart pet feeders dispense food on a schedule and are often operated through a mobile app which can also be used to chat to…

Gift Vouchers for Aberdeen Dog Lovers!

, 21/06/2023

Just the perfect Christmas present for dogs and owners. A Hairy Dog Photography gift voucher is much more than just a pretty card in a flashy envelope… It’s a long lasting reminder of happy times with the hairiest member of the family and as presents go, it’s always genuinely appreciated – a gift with some thought behind it!Book your Dog Photography Gift Voucher here! When you buy a gift voucher, you’ll receive a physical card to write your own message in – there’s a brief explanation of the process inside and contact details on the back. The lucky recipient is…

Caring for your pets amid rising prices in food and services

, 20/06/2023

The latest Consumer Price Index data shows pet parents shelling out 15% more for pet food than they did a year ago. FRESNO, Calif. (KFSN) — As the struggle with inflation, the cost of caring for families with their animal encounters is increasing. Pricing for pet products, services and food continues to rise. “One of the biggest increases we’re seeing in the pet field and community is food and even a shortage of food in certain areas,” says Ruben Cantu with Valley Animal Center. The latest Consumer Price Index data shows pet parents shelling out 15% more for pet food…