The day I met the country’s Chief Mouser
From dog walks to Downing Street. A reflection on being invited to a historic venue as a Small Awards 2026 finalist.
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Welcome to Pawspectives. This is where I share my passion for raising standards in an unregulated pet care industry and give pet owners in Colchester a place to come for clear information, support and education to help them make informed choices. Happy reading!
“But dogs live in hot countries”
Conversations about dogs in UK hot weather online are more often than not…emotional, defensive and strangely competitive - why do people boast about walking their dogs in the heat?
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Proud to be part of the Safe Space Alliance
Why I’ve joined the Safe Space Alliance, and why making safe, inclusive spaces visible matters more than people often realise.
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Colchester Pet Awards 2026
A new community-led awards initiative celebrating the real stories behind Colchester’s pets, and the people who love and care for them every day.
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Small business, big moment
Ginger and Tails has been shortlisted for a national Small Award, out of thousands of entries. Still feels surreal and slightly awkward. Here’s what it actually means to me.
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Let’s talk sticks
Sticks seem harmless. They’re free, natural and everywhere. But the injuries they can cause are anything but harmless. Here’s what every dog owner should know.
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