Vet Dr Guy Sandelowsky, who also runs the novel protein pet food business Omni has been doing a lot of work in the field of obesity and nutrition. We asked him some questions below about how to spot signs of obesity in your dog, and whether the UK has a wider ‘dog obesity’ problem. Surprisingly, obesity is more of a problem in the summer months when dog owners may be busy with holidays and social activities and forgetful about walking their pets. 5 Signs your dog might be obese: -Large deposits of fat over the neck, spine and tail base. -Absence of…
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Lightspeed Commerce the one-stop commerce platform empowering merchants to provide the best omnichannel experiences, announced today its integration with TheFork Manager, a renowned reservation management platform. This collaboration aims to streamline restaurant operations by synchronising reservations seamlessly. By integrating TheFork Manager with Lightspeed’s ePOS system, restaurant owners can now manage bookings efficiently, optimise seating arrangements, and enhance the overall dining experience for customers. This integration allows restaurants to enrich the guest database as well as personalise guests’ experience, thanks to valuable insights, including detailed customer spend in TheFork Manager. “We’re thrilled to partner with TheFork Manager to offer our clients a…
Summer is almost here and with it comes heat, summer fun, and for many dehydration. Why is staying hydrated so hard? We brought in planning expert Lauren Trustlow, founder of The Plan, who is excellent at establishing and sustaining healthy routines to provide us with 12 ways to not just increase your water intake today, but also have it stick around. Measure Intake One of the first steps to improving water intake is understanding how much you currently drink. Start by keeping a log of your intake for a few days to get a baseline. You can use traditional pen…
After a period characterised by strict minimalism, interior design is now embracing organic modernism, which finds inspiration in natural flaws. With their natural aesthetics, Quick-Step floors serve as an ideal canvas for this emerging trend in interior décor. Cyclist Zdeněk Štybar and his wife recently experienced this firsthand during their home renovation. Cascada Wintry Forest Oak Extra Matt hardwood floor from £70.99 per m2, Quick-Step quick-step.co.uk Playful imperfection You can only feel at home in a house you can actually live in. As Zdeněk Štybar is often on the road for his cycling races, he wants to really enjoy the…
Famous names from the world of football, music and entertainment competed in a football tournament to launch the multimillion-pound Ballerz dome at Bluewater shopping centre in Kent last night (16 May) ahead of the official opening to the public this Saturday (18 May). Ballerz has been created by Rio Ferdinand, Bobby Zamora, Roberto Carlos and Mark Noble, alongside a team of sport and hospitality industry specialists. The 30,000 sq ft football dome is home to an immersive football experience and 6-a-side stadium-style 5G pitch loaded with tech, including instant goal replays, together with pro changing rooms, stadium-style seating and a…
Award-winning comedian, mental health campaigner and author Dave Chawner will return to Edinburgh Fringe 2024 with a brand new show, ‘6 Steps To Success From The “Award Winning” Dave Chawner’. Running from 1st August to 25th August at The Counting House, the afternoon show starting at 6:15pm is free and unticketed (pay on donation). Last year Dave won an award whose title felt like a back-handed compliment. That led to a crisis of confidence and an exploration of what ‘success’ really means; “After all, everybody gets Imposter Syndrome…right? We all feel like a teenager trapped in the body of an…
Quirky and colourful tech accessories brand Juice has revealed its ‘Million Messages of Hope’ campaign will be launching later this year, with key supporters to be announced in line with Mental Health Awareness Week. Created to promote positivity and wellbeing, this campaign will incorporate messages and quotes written by influential individuals within the packaging of a million Juice products to be sold across the UK. This mindful initiative underscores Juice’s commitment to fostering a supportive and uplifting community, whilst also addressing the importance of mental health awareness. By integrating these messages into their products, Juice seeks to spread encouragement and…
Southside Shopping Centre to host free tarot readings for dogs Dogs can also get a new wardrobe, goodies and their paw-trait taken at the exclusive one-day event To celebrate one year since it opened its doors to well-behaved pups inside its mall, Southside Shopping Centre is hosting a unique event dedicated to canine companions. Dogs and their owners are invited to the centre on Sunday 26th May for its first-ever ‘Woof About Southside’ event. Taking place between 11am and 5pm at Southside, the exclusive dog-focused event promises an array of pawsome activities to get tails wagging. Dogs visiting the centre on…
Taking place Saturday 29th June, tickets start from just £15 Le Cordon Bleu London is thrilled to announce its upcoming Summer Festival 2024, set to take place on Saturday 29th June at the prestigious culinary institution’s campus in Bloomsbury Square. The festival promises a day filled with culinary exploration and gourmet delights, offering attendees a unique opportunity to engage with Le Cordon Bleu Master Chefs and indulge in world-class gastronomy. This year’s festival will feature a variety of interactive workshops and demonstrations led by some of the industry’s leading chefs and wine experts. This features demonstrations from Senior Sous Chef at CORD by Le…
Supercars from the 1980’s & ’90’s are set to draw crowds to the highly anticipated Churchill Car Show 2024, which has attracted sponsorship from StayCotswold, a major holiday home rentals business in the Cotswolds. Returning on Sunday, 9th June to the village green in Churchill, Chipping Norton, Oxfordshire; the event draws car enthusiasts and collectors from across the UK. This year’s show promises to be the biggest and most exciting yet, with a line-up of rare automobiles, live entertainment, food and drink vendors, and family-friendly activities. As main sponsor of the show, StayCotswold, which manages over 200 holiday homes across…