Yearly Archives: 2020

Naturo Head of Sales Colin shares his experience of having a four-legged friend cross over the Rainbow Bridge. Heartwarming and touching, this blog is a story that unfortunately, many of us can relate to. However, Colin reminds us to stay positive and cherish all the time we have with our dogs and cats and to relish in the special memories we make with them.

This time of year can be quite frightening for our four-legged family members with fireworks in the lead up to Halloween and Guy Fawkes night, as well as trick or treaters. We have some tips on how to keep them happy and safe around Halloween.

Animal Welfare Assistant Connie shares with us what a typical day at Assisi Animal Sanctuary is like. "Being an animal welfare assistant is not a job, it is a vocation. It takes everything out of us but we wouldn't change it for the world!"

We follow a day in the life of Bella, who is currently at Assisi Animal Sanctuary. 

As our cats age, it is important to be aware of changes they may need to live a more comfortable and healthy life, as well as be aware of any signs that may be a cause for concern.

There are many benefits to neutering your cat, and as a responsible pawrent, it is important that you make sure your cat is neutered or spayed. Please note, you should always consult your trusted veterinarian when it comes to the health and wellbeing of your four-legged friend.

Naturo Dog Mylo's pawrents (Gemma our Interim Marketing Manager and husband) found out he had epilepsy when he was three years old. Now turning six, they have learned how to manage a dog with epilepsy and want to share their story to alert other pet parents for the signs, and what to do in the event of a seizure.

Sadly, the business of puppy farming is still one that is rife across the UK and Ireland with many unfortunately falling victim to the controversial practice. Here, we are going to help you avoid inadvertently supporting this business and advise on how to make sure your pup is coming from a reputable breeder or rescue facility where they have been given the love and care they need and deserve.

The second part of Sales Executive Hayley's series of A Day in the Life focuses on Brandy, their beloved family Rotweiller. Hayley helps to dispel misconceptions and tips on caring for the breed. 

When we adopt a dog into our homes, one of the first considerations made is how they will adapt to children who either live in our home or visit our home.

We have some tips on how to train your dog to be child friendly. Whilst it may come natural to some dogs to love and care for children, it is always advisable that they are trained properly.

Sales Executive Hayley managed to bring five dogs in five years to her home. Let's hear a bit about the Fab 5 - and important tips for a multi dog household. 

We have our very first guest blogger in the form of Bramble the cat! Bramble is the beloved pet cat of our Technical Manager, Deborah. 

This final installment talks about introducing your pup to your new baby. Pepper adjusted to her new sibling due to careful research and considerations from mum Elaine.

This week with Pepper and Minnie covers buying a puppy, breeder tips and bringing your puppy home.

Our next series of A Day in the Life of… focuses on Pepper & Minnie; the cutest Naturo dogs (but ssh – don’t tell the other Naturo pet parents, they are blissfully unaware of this!). Their pawrent is Elaine, Naturo’s Commercial Director.

Mylo and Charlie's final installment touches on tips from mum Gemma on having a household with more than one pet. 

You have decided to bring a kitten into your home, how wonderful! But, before bringing a kitten into your home, there are a few things you need to consider. Luckily, we have made a list for you to make this process easier.

Last week you met my two lovely fur babies and learnt how I came to be their lucky human. Both, as you know, were rescue dogs, however both were at very different stages of the process in that Mylo had just turned 1 when we adopted him and Charlie, barely 3 months old. 

Welcome to our new feature - A Day in the Life Of.... Here, we will focus a series of blogs on Naturo pets and how they came to be with us here at Naturo as well as some insights to their life. Our first series will focus on Mylo & Charlie, the four-legged friends of Interim Marketing Manager, Gemma. 

We are living in very strange times and whilst it is so important to look after our own mental health, it’s important to think of our four legged friends too as they are also facing a “new normal”.

A holiday synonymous with chocolate, bunny decorations and springtime flowers, it is important that we keep our four-legged friends safe during Easter celebrations. Here we have a few tips on how to make sure your dog or cat can join in the celebrations safely.

Aging happens to us all, even our four-legged family member. It is a normal part of life, and just like us, needs begin to change and alter as our dogs age.