BorrowMyDoggy Blog
5 Tips for walking your dog in the dark
With autumn and winter upon us it's important to keep you and your dog safe during the darker evenings, here are a few things to consider when walking your dog.Read more
How to keep your dog safe in the car
Whether you are a new pet parent or an experienced dog owner, here is how to keep your dog safe when you're travelling in the car and the rules of the road.Read more
Why BorrowMyDoggy is 'pawfect' for students
Did you know that BorrowMyDoggy has been working with some student unions across the country to get students memberships? See why BorrowMyDoggy is great for students!Read more
Preparing for a Welcome Woof | borrower tips
We want all our members to feel confident using BorrowMyDoggy so we've create this guide for borrowers that should leave you feeling prepared for your ‘Welcome Woof’.Read more
Join us at DogFest 2021!
We have some pawsome news! BorrowMyDoggy and My Family Vets will be attending DogFest - join us there! We'd love to see you. Read more
Preparing for a Welcome Woof | owner tips
Dogs are very special members of the family and we want all our owners to feel confident using BorrowMyDoggy - this guide will help you feel prepared for your ‘Welcome Woof’Read more
Dog World Record holders
It's not just us humans that hold world records! There are lots of dogs out there wearing the crown for some amazing sporting records, like highest jump and deepest dive!Read more
A pawsome new film… PAW Patrol Movie!
Whether it’s live action or cartoon, we absowoofly love dog films here at BorrowMyDoggy. Take a look at the pawsome new film, PAW Patrol Movie, in cinemas now! Read more
Protecting your dog from pests & insects
Here is some prevention tips and handy advice about certain critters, pest and creatures that may be harmful to your dog if they come into contact with them.Read more
How to use BorrowMyDoggy for holiday care
We speak to our members every day and we're familiar with your commonly asked questions about using BorrowMyDoggy for dog sitting and boarding. We answer your questions here!Read more
Top tips for keeping your dog cool this summer
With the hottest days of the year upon us, here are a few simple things you can do to keep your dog cool and safeRead more
3 top tips to keep your dog safe at the beach
A day at the beach with a dog is a wonderful way to spend time together and enjoy the outdoors. Here are some top tips to help make sure your dog has a safe, yet fun time!Read more
10 great gift ideas for all types of dog dads
Whether its their birthday or you're celebrating Father's Day here are 10 great gift ideas for all types of dog dads!Read more
Royal dogs | Dogs loved by Kings and Queens
To mark the Queen's birthday we are looking back on the famous dogs of Kings and Queens from across the globe.Read more
Happy Pet Appreciation Week!
Here are 3 sure ways to make your pooch feel extra special during Pet Appreciation Week, the 6th to 12th June!Read more
Poisonous plants to dogs
In order to keep your dog safe, it is a good idea to know the potential dangers of the plants and flowers you have in your garden and house.Read more
Virtual dog walk | Mindfulness with Wicket
Mindfulness is a technique which involves paying attention to the present moment. Here you can see what being mindful looks like from a dog's perspective.Read more
Mental Health Awareness Week 2021
This year to mark Mental Health Awareness Week we took the opportunity to highlight the power of dogs and share the amazing impact they have on our lives.Read more
Dogs and Mental Wellbeing: Ask a Therapist
Thanks to our friends at Spill, we had a chat with their therapist Graham, all about mental wellbeing and the part dogs can playRead more
Practicing Mindfulness with a dog
This Mental Health Awareness Week our pawsome pals at Nuffield Health, the UK’s largest health charity, have created the most pawfect mindfulness session... With a dog!Read more
We welcome what3words to the Pack!
We are excited to welcome what3words to BorrowMyDoggy for Work!Read more
Being more like dogs can help our wellbeing
Fluctuating mental health affects us all. With our friends at Luminate, we look at how being more ‘dog’ could benefit our working wellbeing.Read more
The 'pawsome' benefits of BorrowMyDoggy
We wanted to share some of our member stories about how using the site has helped their health and wellbeing in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week.Read more
Answering top searched BorrowMyDoggy questions
To help our community and members, both new and old, we answered some of the top searched questions on BorrowMyDoggy.Read more
Quiz | Which type of Bulldog is your pawfect match
Did you know Bulldogs come in all different shapes and sizes? Ever wondered which would be the perfect match for you? Take our pawsome quiz and find out!Read more
How to have a dog friendly wedding
Dogs are a special part of your relationship so why not include them on your special day. Here are a few things to help make your wedding dog-friendly!Read more
Dog walking etiquette
Whether you are a new owner or seasoned dog borrower, it’s time to brush up on your dog walking etiquette!Read more
Tips for you and your dog in the great outdoors
Summer is on its way, at least in some parts of the country, but how do we make sure we all have lots of fun outside, while still staying safe and being on our best behaviour?Read more
Walk in the Park day!
The idea of ‘Take a Walk in the Park Day’, is to get out, enjoy a local park or trail and embrace your environment. Here's how you can take part!Read more
BorrowMyDoggy and COVID pandemic, 1 year on
Now, a year on since the announcement of the lockdown we’re looking back over the past months and how our pawsome community has pulled together…Read more
Happy International Happiness Day!
Did you know dogs and humans get a mutual benefit from spending time with each other? Keep reading to find out how our moods can be boosted by spending time togetherRead more
Happy Mother's Day dog mums
To celebrate Mother’s day and the wonderful owners at BorrowMyDoggy, we asked the BorrowMyDoggy dog mum's what the bond between them and their dog means to them.Read more
Where and how to buy a dog responsibly
Here at BorrowMyDoggy, we want to help guide you through some of the options and help you experience the joy of dog ownership responsibly. Read more here.Read more
6 Welsh dog breeds | Happy St David's Day!
In celebration of St David’s day, we are taking a look at some wonderful Welsh dog breeds. Did you know these 6 breeds originated in Wales?!Read more
BorrowMyDoggy etiquette
We hope as a member you will follow and respect these pleasantries to ensure that our community continues to stay safe, trusted and loved.Read more
Have you heard of Love Your Pet Day?
A day that is dedicated to loving your pet even more (than usual), let's learn more!Read more
Has your pooch got a PitPat?
Have you heard of dog activity monitors? Read here for more information from our pals at PitPat.Read more
Find the right dog breed for your lifestyle
There’s a lot more to choosing a breed than just ticking the “cute” box. Here are some top tips to help you figure out what breed would be a pawfect fit for your lifestyleRead more
How to dog share safely during COVID-19
We’ve created a helpful guide to show you how to reduce the risks of catching COVID-19 & make sure to follow your local government guidelines too.Read more
Get your DOSE with BorrowMyDoggy
On Sunday 10th May we joined forces with DOSE to host a live Instagram event - here's what happened on the day!Read more
Quiz | Do you know your dog breeds?
How well do you know dog breeds? Most people can't tell these breeds apart, can you? Take the quiz and put that dog knowledge to the ultimate test.Read moreBorrowMyDoggy and My Family Vets Q&A
On Friday 27th March we hosted a live Instagram session with Zetland veterinary surgeon, Kathleen Pohl - take a look at the session here.Read moreCOVID-19: An update about safe dog sharing
With COVID-19 many of you will have questions and concerns about your dogs (whether they’re borrowed or owned) and dog sharing at this uncertain time. Read more hereRead more
'Petfished' campaign
This month we’re partnering with the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) to help raise awareness on their Petfished campaign…Read more
What is love? Share the love of dogs
This Valentine's we're asking... What is love? Watch this heartwarming video and find the answer...Read more
A pawsome book release - Saving Missy
It’s safe to say, we love everything dog - so when we heard about the heartwarming novel Saving Missy we knew we had to share it with our community.Read more
Quiz | Perfect holiday and perfect dog
We have a pawsome quiz for you to try! Answer the questions and we will tell you what dog breed you should borrow for your next holidayRead more
How to teach your dog to love being brushed
Teaching a dog to love being brush is relatively easy. Here’s a step-by-step process using only positive training methods.Read more
Canine Cottages giveaway - £500 up for grabs!
Have you heard the pawsome news? To kick start 2020 we’re giving one lucky member the chance to win £500 to spend on a holiday with our new partners: Canine Cottages!Read more
Winter adventures you can have with a dog
The winter weather doesn't mean you and your dog need to stop having fun... Take a look at the fun activities you can get up to hereRead more
Doggy Christmas Jumper Day 2019
On Sunday 8th December 2019, BorrowMyDoggy and Save the Children along with over 350 dogs broke the record for the most amount of dogs wearing Christmas jumpers.Read more
You're invited to Doggy Christmas Jumper Day!
On Sunday 8th December 2019 BorrowMyDoggy & Save the Children will once again try to break the world record for the biggest gathering of dogs and people in Christmas jumpersRead more
#PickOfThePack - Heather and Teddy
We’re following borrower Heather and her summers day with Teddy, the Cavapoo. Take a look below to see what Teddy thought of the day!Read more
World Mental Health Day and free dog hugs
To help share the love of dogs, this World Mental Health Day the BorrowMyDoggy team headed to Borough Market to provide free dog cuddles to those that needed them.Read more
Free tickets to the Great Dog Walk
We have some wagtastic news…Our friends at the Great Dog Walk have given us 100 tickets for our members to claim for free - that’s right for free! Get yours here!Read more
Quiz | Activities and the perfect dog for you
It’s time for another quiz! Do you wonder what dog breed you should borrow? Here's a fun way to find out! Take the quiz here.Read more
Can all dogs swim? These breeds can't!
Whether you dog enjoys the water or not there are breeds that aren’t built for a paddle. We did some digging to find the answer…Read more
A short film about BorrowMyDoggy
When a few graduates got in touch letting us know they’d be creating a short film about dogs and BorrowMyDoggy we couldn’t wait to share their pawsome work with our community.Read more
