{"id":1194,"date":"2026-04-10T08:06:35","date_gmt":"2026-04-10T08:06:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-blog\/?p=1194"},"modified":"2026-04-10T08:06:35","modified_gmt":"2026-04-10T08:06:35","slug":"%f0%9f%90%be-friends-for-pets-april-newsletter-%f0%9f%90%be","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-blog\/?p=1194","title":{"rendered":"\ud83d\udc3e Friends for Pets \u2013 April Newsletter \ud83d\udc3e"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Hello everyone,<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We hope you and your furry (and fluffy!) friends are enjoying the fresh spring air and brighter days. It\u2019s been a busy and exciting month here at Friends for Pets, and we\u2019ve got plenty to share with you!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83c\udf38<\/strong> Welcome Back, Emily!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

We\u2019re absolutely delighted to welcome Emily<\/strong> back to Head Office in Shipham after her 10-month maternity leave. It\u2019s so lovely to have her back with the team, and we know many of you will join us in giving her a warm welcome!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

\ud83d\udc36<\/strong> April Challenge Update \u2013 Go Sam & Tracy!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

A huge shoutout to Sam and Tracy<\/strong>, who are absolutely smashing their Stand Up To Cancer Walkies Challenge<\/strong> this April!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

They\u2019re taking on an incredible goal of 60 miles across the month<\/strong>, all while walking with the doggy\u2019s and raising money for Cancer Research UK<\/strong>. What an inspiring effort!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019d like to support them and this amazing cause, you can donate here:
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\ud83c\udf3c<\/strong> 5 Seasonal Tips for Happy Pets<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Spring is a wonderful time of year, but it also brings a few things to keep in mind for your pets:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  1. Watch out for allergies<\/strong> \u2013 Pets can suffer from pollen allergies too. Look out for itching or sneezing.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  2. Flea & tick prevention<\/strong> \u2013 Warmer weather means parasites are back, so stay up to date with treatments.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  3. Garden safety<\/strong> \u2013 Be mindful of toxic plants like lilies (for cats) and keep chemicals out of reach.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  4. Hydration is key<\/strong> \u2013 As temperatures rise, make sure fresh water is always available.<\/li>\n\n\n\n
  5. Exercise adjustments<\/strong> \u2013 Enjoy longer walks but avoid the hottest parts of the day as the season warms up.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n

    \ud83d\udc15<\/strong> Availability Across Our Services<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

    We currently have availability in some areas<\/strong> for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n