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• Posted on February 23, 2021

  A Brief History of Dogs and a Really Tough Tuffie for your Pet Wolf

  Why do we feel such a close connection with our dogs and how did this relationship between our species begin? Here is a brief history of the alliance between humans and canines which started thousands of years ago betwee..
• Posted on February 5, 2021

  Puppy Training Tips Featuring Gerry the Wirehaired Dachshund

  We're on the final straight of lockdown life (touch wood), so why not use this extra time at home to train your dog? Here are some tips for creating better communication between you and your pup, featuring Gerry, our 3-m..
• Posted on January 22, 2021

  Dexter the Labrador, the Paint Shop, and Puppy Tuffie Training

  Scott Annison, the owner of the painting and decorating supplies shop 'Trade Secrets' takes his 6-month-old Labrador, Dexter, into work with him. He talked to me about the decision to get a dog over lockdown and the pros..
• Posted on December 1, 2020

  Dog Lockdown Tips With a Little Help From Your Nest Dog Bed

  Working from home has changed our daily lives in many ways. We have had to learn how to structure our day, get out for some exercise, and use technology to keep in touch with each other. But how did our dogs’ lives cha..
• Posted on November 17, 2020

  The Life of a Guide Dog

  Audrey from Guide Dogs for the Blind Association details the ins and outs of training, matching dogs to the right owners and the importance of volunteers. Training Golden retrievers, Labradors and German Shepherds ar..
• Posted on October 27, 2020

  Jenna and Smudge – Long Dog Walkies

  A few years ago Jenna grew fed up of her job as a buyer in the oil and gas industry. After some encouragement from her family she decided to take a leap of faith and start her own dog walking business. ‘Long Dog Walkie..
• Posted on September 16, 2020

  Colin the Barber’s Chihuahuas

  Here is how two Chihuahuas at my local barbers changed my opinion of small dogs. I interviewed the owner, Colin, and discussed their contrasting hair styles, home life and the difference bringing your dog to work can mak..
• Posted on August 5, 2020

  Bruno the Therapet

  Fiona Watts found the perfect job for her people pleaser German Shepherd as a Therapet in the North East of Scotland visiting hospitals, care homes, airports and schools in search of anxious and vulnerable people. Armed ..
• Posted on July 9, 2020

  Grace and Tuffies from the Highlands of Scotland

  Grace Campbell runs a small, dog expert doggy care at the top of the north of Scotland. It is called "Hirsel", meaning a small cosy place, which is exactly what it is. And of course: it is all fitted out with cosy Tuffie..
• Posted on May 9, 2020

  The Wildlife Around Tuffies Dog Beds Workshop.

  As a rural business based in Aberdeenshire in Scotland, where we make the best possible waterproof dog beds, we have a great opportunity to follow the wildlife that is so close to us. We are NOT placed in an industrial e..