Hands on approach, not just theory and lectures! Get results on the day but more importantly, learn how to become a better owner so that you continue to get a new and improved dog long after I’ve gone, and without shipping your dog to someone to get ‘fixed’.

Based in the Midlands but covering the whole of the UK. One off consultations, packages of sessions, owner training manual, rehab.

The staggering amount is not far removed from the cost of feeding a child up to the age of 18 which weighs in at just over £17,000.

In a survey of 3,000 UK pet owners, 41% of respondents spent up to £100 every month on their pet equating to over £14,000 during the dog’s lifetime.

5% of respondents admitted to spending over £200 a month on their pet, resulting in a total bill of almost £43,000. A quarter of the cost of raising a child to adulthood.

And with dogs living for up to 20 years many owners will be feeling the pinch.

Most owners are indulging their pets in clothing and accessories with wet weather coats and wellingtons topping the list of luxury purchases for pampered pooches.
Luxury food and snacks is in second place with more and more dog owners shelling out for treats than 5 years ago.

Some of the more bizarre products dog owners can’t resist buying for man’s best friend include; walking sticks, eye masks and dog condoms.

Iain Booth, Managing Director Vet UK, says: “Even in a recession people are still choosing to spend decent pennies on their pet. One of our biggest sellers is edible crocodile chews that are a real luxury treat and would be the equivalent of buying your child a treat. Over the last couple of years we have seen a huge increase in sales of extra items for dogs that, as the research shows, have a very important role in the family fold.”

Visit www.vetuk.co.uk for more helpful advice and tips regarding caring for your pet.

K9 Media offers:

* Publishing: including magazine, websites, e-newsletters and micro-sites
* Marketing: including email, direct, online, data capture, search engine promotion and viral
* PR: Including market research, idea generation, copy writing and press coverage
* Advertising: Print and digital advertising opportunities reaching more than 11m pet owners

The Pet Business Link is a service that helps people and companies involved in the global pet sector achieve more.

And by more we mean, The Pet Business link can help you:

- Increase your sales volume
- Increase the profitability of your sales
- Grow your personal income
- Attain new, high spending pet owning clients
- Reduce your marketing expenses MASSIVELY
- Reach thousands more prospective clients, for next to no expense

(& more!)

The aims of The Pet Business Link are:

* To provide commercial opportunities and heavily discounted marketing to our members
* To give pet business owners and managers access to dedicated, pet industry specific business services
* To enable our members to promote their businesses, launches, new products etc to a highly targeted audience
* To supply sales and marketing support to all pet businesses, large or small
* To give pet businesses a competitive advantage by way of crucial, tried and tested formulas and data

The Pet Business Link enables members to take advantage of heavily subsidised marketing opportunities as well as to promote their goods and services directly to pet owners.

5 Aldridge House, Elms Road , Hook , Hampshire
RG27 9DG
tel: 0800 161 3242
fax:01256 766943

http://www.animalangels.co.uk

NATIONWIDE ANIMAL AND HOUSE SITTING SPECIALISTS

Specially Selected, Mature, Experienced & Professional Sitters who listen carefully to your requirements. Fully Insured – No Registration Fee and Competitive Rates.

Animal Angels provide a professional pet sitting service covering both the UK and abroad, whether you are in Cumbria, London, Fife, Middlesex, Gwent, Devon, Cheshire, Hampshire or even The Highlands of Scotland, Spain or France you can rely on a professional pet sitting service.

When You’re away – have an Angel to stay!

Andrew Maybury Photography
59 West Park Road, Bristol
BS16 5SJ
tel: 0117 957 4599

http://www.andrewmaybury.com

High quality photography of your dog can be a wonderful way of capturing the essence of its appearance and character for many years to come. Whether you?re a dog professional in need of high quality images for promotional purposes or an owner looking for that truly one-off piece, Andrew Maybury Photography has something to offer. We can create a vibrant portrait in the comfort and convenience of your own home, or visit a nearby outdoor location to capture your dog in more natural surroundings.

Andrew has combined his qualifications and experience as a photographer with his keen enthusiasm for dogs; the result is stunning images that go beyond the boundaries of traditional animal portraiture. As a dog owner himself Andrew is perfectly placed to understand the special bond you have with your canine friend; he also knows that every dog is different, which is why the service is tailored specifically to your dog and the end result you want to achieve. No matter how energetic or docile, we work with dogs as they are to produce results you?ll love.

Once photographs have been taken you then choose the images you most like and decide how you would like them finished. We offer a range of display options from conventional framed prints to contemporary stretched canvas. It may be that you have a puppy you?d like photographing before it grows into an adult dog; our individually designed montages can be an excellent way to illustrate the playful nature of younger dogs.

MazArt Pet Portraits

www.mazartpetportraits.co.uk

Looking for a great portrait of your pet?

I paint custom pet portraits using Winsor and Newton oil paints on quality canvas boards. I use traditional methods of oil painting to give a quality piece of fine artwork that can be treasured for many years to come. Alternatively, for a more modern piece of artwork, I can hand draw your pet using traditional graphite pencils and quality Italian Fabriano paper.

Our pets are precious to us, what better way to celebrate and honour them, than with a custom painted portrait.

A portrait can be commissioned from a favourite photograph for a unique and personal gift, ideal for the dog and cat lover, and the equestrian enthusiast.

Prices for an oil portrait from £120, and for a pencil drawing prices from £85.

Tel: 02380 840935
Web: www.waggingtails.info

The Dogs answer to kennels!

Wagging Tails offers a stress free alternative to kennels or imposing on friends and family when you go away. We match your dog to one of our highly experienced past dog owners who open their homes to one family’s dogs for a holiday. All have secure, dog friendly homes and garden, are licensed in accordance with the Animal Boarding Establishments Act 1963, have been fully vetted to meet our extremely high standards and are at home all day to give dogs the love and attention they deserve!

Wagging Tails was set up by Lisa and Jim Suswain and their Golden Retriever Izzie to give dogs a holiday of their own and owners the peace of mind to go away in the knowledge that their best friend is being loved and cared for! All owners and dogs meet their chosen carer before the board in what we call a ‘sniffing out meeting’! This gives everyone an opportunity to meet before the start of the dogs holiday and to give owners the reassurance of knowing exactly where and with whom their dog is spending its holiday.

Wagging Tails is recommended by Vets, groomers, trainers, owners, and of course dogs, as the ideal alternative to kennels across Hampshire, Surrey and surrounding areas.

To arrange your dog’s a holiday visit: http://www.waggingtails.info or call Lisa on 02380 840935.

Tel no: 0118 969 7496 or 0845 052 9630 (Local Rate)
www.heelingways.co.uk

About Jeremy

My name is Jeremy Tanner and I have had many years experience dealing with the problems dogs can throw at us. Not only have I had practical experience, but I have studied, read extensively, undergone professional training, attended workshops and seminars covering all the major topics that concern dog owners nowadays.

I have gained particular expertise in how to deal with aggression, excessive barking, separation anxiety, pulling on the lead, recall and attention seeking. I am a qualified instructor in Canine First Aid. I have Advanced certificates in Dog Behavioural Problems, including aggression, dog handling and dealing with barking. I also hold Jan Fennell’s Foundation & Advanced Certificates in Canine Communication.

Areas Covered

Berkshire – including, Reading, Wokingham, Bracknell Ascot, Maidenhead, Slough, Windsor, Staines, Newbury, Hungerford.
Oxfordshire – including, Oxford, Abingdon, Wantage, Henley-on-Thames, Didcot,
Buckinghamshire – including, High Wycombe, Beaconsfield, Gerards Cross.
Hampshire – including, Basingstoke, Alton, Farnborough, Aldershot.
Surrey – including, Farnham, Camberley, Guildford, Woking.

All Consultations Benefit From Lifetime Support

Contact Today For Advice

0118 969 7496 or 0845 052 9630 (Local Rate)
www.heelingways.co.uk