At Ideas-4-Pets, we have a wide variety of dog kennels and dog runs for owners that have a dog who will be spending time outside in a garden or a yard. The size of dog kennels is important and you should essentially choose one that comfortably accommodates your breed of dog. If your dog is [...]

There is a good range of dog kennels at Ideas-4-Pets with attached dog runs for use outside in your garden or space. Whatever breed of dog you have at home, a kennel and run will ensure you have peace of mind while they are outside.  Dog kennels with a run give your dog an opportunity [...]

Even people that are not animal lovers would agree that you always want the best for your best friend. If you have a dog, even one which spends the majority of its time indoors with the family, there may be times when it is safer or better for the dog to be in the garden [...]

With a wide range to choose from at Ideas 4 Pets, working out which dog kennel and run are the best for your needs can be tricky and there are several factors to take into account. The size of dog obviously plays a part because trying house a Great Dane in a dog kennel and [...]

Originally, wild dogs lived in dens and caves and modern day dog kennels take the place of the ancient den. Dogs must have a place that is their own space, just as we humans have our own private spaces. The term ‘dog kennel’ covers an enormous variety of types that includes both outdoor and indoor [...]

Did you know that owning a dog can help to reduce stress.  Ideas-4-pets spend time and having talked and listened to their customers we have found that owning a dog can actually improve your mood, help to control your blood pressure, encourage you take more exercise, enable you to meet people and prevent loneliness. Those of us who [...]

The Labrador is the most popular breed of dog (by registered ownership) in the world, and is by a large margin the most popular breed by registration in the United Kingdom.  They are exceptionally affable, gentle, intelligent, energetic and good natured dogs and are generally considered good companions for people of all ages.  They are [...]

To Roam or Not to Roam? Roaming dogs are not something that I would support and for good reason.  My friend was bitten by a neighbour’s dog when she was a child.  She had been riding her bike but was knocked off her bike and fell into the road when a German Shepherd dog jumped her from [...]

Apparently there’s a growing debate about whether dogs should be dressed in dog clothing or not.  It seems to be a growing trend for dog owners to clothe their pets and this has apparently led to several warnings from animal welfare experts who say it could be causing the animals to overheat.  Personally, I’m not into [...]

I read an article in a Scottish newspaper yesterday that was criticising the throwing of sticks for your dog, based on research done by academics at the Royal Veterinary College at the University of London. Throwing your dog a stick when taking your dog for a run in your local park may seem like the [...]