{"id":1212,"date":"2026-06-24T14:45:30","date_gmt":"2026-06-24T14:45:30","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-blog\/?p=1212"},"modified":"2026-06-24T14:46:57","modified_gmt":"2026-06-24T14:46:57","slug":"friends-for-pets-june-2026-newsletter","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-blog\/?p=1212","title":{"rendered":"Friends for Pets June 2026 Newsletter"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Welcome to Our June Update!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Summer is well and truly here, and we&#8217;re delighted to bring you the latest news, updates, opportunities, and celebrations from across the Friends for Pets family. From shining a spotlight on one of our fantastic franchise owners to sharing exciting training opportunities and welcoming new team members, there&#8217;s plenty happening this month!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Celebrating Our 2026 Friends for Pets Conference<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Last week, we were delighted to bring together franchisees from across the Friends for Pets network for our annual conference, and what an incredible day it was!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The event provided a fantastic opportunity to connect, share ideas, celebrate successes, and learn from one another. We would like to extend a huge thank you to all our franchisees who travelled from across the country to attend. Your passion, dedication, and commitment to providing outstanding pet care continue to make Friends for Pets such a special community.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A very special thank you goes to Becca Wilson, Founder of Friends for Pets, for organising such a valuable and inspiring event. Bringing together a network of pet care professionals is no small task, and the day was a huge success thanks to all of your hard work and planning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We would also like to thank our fantastic guest speakers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gavin from Maxwells Accountants<\/strong>, who delivered an insightful and informative session packed with practical advice and guidance for running successful businesses.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Graham from Drone SAR<\/strong>, whose fascinating presentation gave us an incredible insight into how drone technology is being used to support search and rescue operations, including helping reunite lost pets with their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Both sessions were engaging, educational, and thought-provoking. We all came away having learned something new and feeling inspired for the months ahead.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you once again to everyone who attended and contributed to making the conference such a memorable event. We&#8217;re already looking forward to next year&#8217;s gathering and continuing to grow, learn, and support one another as part of the Friends for Pets family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Team Spotlight: Meet Lucy and Friends for Pets Brecon<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Friends for Pets, we love what we do and we love the people who make it all possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This month, we&#8217;re shining a spotlight on Lucy, who runs Friends for Pets Brecon and has been a valued part of the Friends for Pets family for an incredible eight years.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lucy brings warmth, dedication, and genuine passion to everything she does. Her commitment to delivering exceptional pet care has helped countless local pet owners enjoy complete peace of mind, knowing their beloved companions are in safe and caring hands.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>When she&#8217;s not coordinating pet care services, supporting clients, or helping her team provide outstanding care, Lucy enjoys spending quality time with her daughter Lyla and her two adorable Dachshunds, Alfie and Maisie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Lucy is supported by a fantastic team of professional pet carers who offer a wide range of services, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Dog Walking<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pet Visits<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Day Care<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Home-from-Home Boarding<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Together, they ensure every pet receives the love, attention, and personalised care they deserve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re based in the Brecon area and would like to find out more about availability, we&#8217;d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udce7 <a href=\"mailto:brecon@friendsforpets.co.uk\">brecon@friendsforpets.co.uk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcde 07460 399047<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc3e<\/strong><strong> Join Our Upcoming Online Pet First Aid Event!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As pet parents, keeping our furry family members safe is always a top priority.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>That&#8217;s why we&#8217;re excited to invite you to our upcoming online Pet First Aid Courses, taking place on:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 Saturday 4th July at 10am<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcc5 Sunday 5th July<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Led by our very own certified Pet First Aid Instructor, Tash, these interactive sessions are packed with practical advice and essential knowledge that every pet owner should have.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>During the course, you&#8217;ll learn:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 How to deal with cuts and wounds<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 How to recognise signs of poisoning or toxic ingestion<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Pet CPR techniques<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 Emergency response procedures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2705 When to seek veterinary assistance<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026and much more!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Spaces are deliberately limited to ensure everyone has the opportunity to participate and ask questions during the live Q&amp;A session.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Being prepared can make all the difference in an emergency, and this course provides valuable peace of mind for every pet owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Book your place today and gain confidence in handling pet emergencies before professional help arrives.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\u2764\ufe0f<\/strong><strong> What Our Amazing Clients Are Saying!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Nothing makes us happier than hearing from our wonderful clients and seeing the positive impact our services have on their pets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This month, we&#8217;re sharing some lovely words from Clair about her beloved dog, Millie:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>&#8220;We use Friends For Pets. They&#8217;re more than friends!!! They&#8217;re Millie&#8217;s second family. Honestly our dog loves going there, it&#8217;s the highlight of her week when she&#8217;s collected and the excitement noises and the uncontrollable tail wag says it all. She&#8217;s so well looked after, loved to bits and gets the best day care she could ever dream of. Superb value for money and the photo updates are a treasure to see how much fun her day was. Honestly highly recommended.&#8221;<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Reviews like this mean the world to us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>At Friends for Pets, we treat every pet as if they were our own, providing loving care, companionship, and plenty of fun while their owners are away.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you, Clair, for your kind words and for trusting us with Millie.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re looking for caring, reliable pet care services for your own furry family member, we&#8217;d love to welcome you into the Friends for Pets family.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>\ud83d\udc3e<\/strong><strong> We&#8217;re Hiring: Join Our Passionate Team of Pet Lovers!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Do you dream of spending your days surrounded by wagging tails, happy faces, and grateful pet owners?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Friends for Pets is growing, and we&#8217;re currently looking for dedicated and trustworthy Home Boarders who can offer home-from-home boarding and day care services in and around the Cheddar area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This could be the perfect opportunity if you:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Love animals<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Have experience caring for pets<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Have a reliable mode of transport<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Are dependable, professional, and caring<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2714 Want flexible working hours<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>As part of the Friends for Pets family, you&#8217;ll enjoy a rewarding role helping local pet owners while spending your days caring for wonderful animals.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>After all, who wouldn&#8217;t want the best coworkers imaginable?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>If you&#8217;re interested in joining our team, we&#8217;d love to hear from you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Start your rewarding career in pet care today.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-wp-embed is-provider-friends-for-pets wp-block-embed-friends-for-pets\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<blockquote class=\"wp-embedded-content\" data-secret=\"23PRXoBycJ\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-booking\/\">dog-walking-booking<\/a><\/blockquote><iframe loading=\"lazy\" class=\"wp-embedded-content\" sandbox=\"allow-scripts\" security=\"restricted\" style=\"position: absolute; visibility: hidden;\" title=\"&#8220;dog-walking-booking&#8221; &#8212; Friends for Pets\" src=\"https:\/\/www.friendsforpets.co.uk\/dog-walking-booking\/embed\/#?secret=fmJ0nmOyUw#?secret=23PRXoBycJ\" data-secret=\"23PRXoBycJ\" width=\"600\" height=\"338\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let&#8217;s Stay Connected!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Want your daily fix of adorable pets, happy tails, and behind-the-scenes fun?<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow Friends for Pets on social media to stay up to date with everything happening across our network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Our pages are packed with:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udcf8 Cute pet photos<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udfa5 Video updates<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udc3e Daily adventures<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83d\udca1 Expert pet care tips<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\ud83c\udf89 Community news and giveaways<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2764\ufe0f Client stories and success stories<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It&#8217;s also a fantastic way to see exactly what your pets get up to while they&#8217;re enjoying time with us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Join our growing online pet family and stay connected with all the latest Friends for Pets news.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Thank you for being part of the Friends for Pets community. 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