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Redhound was established in 2010 and after an incredible 15 years, the time has come for a big change. Redhound will be closing at the end of June. I know – it’s a lot to...
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Redhound was established in 2010 and after an incredible 15 years, the time has come for a big change. Redhound will be closing at the end of June. I know – it’s a lot to...
Whippets LOVE the sun!! They seek out the smallest ray in the winter and will lounge in full sun in the height of summer. But they have thin fur and often have bald patches which...
With an overwhelming choice of collars for whippets available it can be hard to know what design to choose for your dog. Fishtail or martingale, do they need a house collar too? Long whippet necks...
Plan Your Visit Wisely - Create a list of must-see events and shops you want to visit, then work out if you need more than one day! - Check exhibitors' list online to...
Find a jumper for all occasions in our guide to the best jumpers for whippets. Read on to discover our top whippet jumper styles to keep your hound wonderfully warm and comfy until the sun...
Summer. It’s the time for outdoor adventures. In this post you'll discover some tips for keeping your whippet comfortable, protected and stylish while enjoying outdoor activities. The longer (mostly) drier days allow plenty of opportunity...
Descendants of the majestic greyhound, whippets were bred for speed and comfort. The fastest small dog for their size, race meet ups were the highlight of the week in the mid 19th century and at...
1. Skin Allergies Common environmental allergens are pollen and dust mites. When running around in long grass the seeds can lead to irritation on a whippet’s chest, under arm and legs, resulting in sore infected...
Not sure about getting a puppy? Can’t find a breeder you trust? Want to adopt to give a whippet a happy home? We’ve chosen the rescue route twice. Frankie our first, whippet/saluki cross and Winnie...
Whippets are the greatest of companions – they are speedy and super lazy. They form strong bonds with their owners and flourish with human contact. Here are 11 facts about these elegant and gentle dogs.
Whippets are at the centre of everything we do at Redhound, and sometimes that means sharing the sad times too. Rascal’s story is a sad one but a tale I feel worth sharing. I asked...
If you have a dog that is nervous and scared of fireworks, don’t despair, there are lots of things you can do to help.
Expert Tips for Happy and Healthy Hounds, to help them live free from health issues and pain.
Second only to our fleece jumpers our tee shirts are a popular choice for whippet owners – all made with soft stretch cotton jersey and organic cotton for our Breton Stripe range. Practical, stylish and...
Fleas, ticks and worms – routinely ‘controlled’ by chemicals, but is there a natural way to prevent your dog getting them in the first place? There’s no doubt these pests are more prevalent in the...
If you have an inquisitive dog who likes to chew and play with everything they find, an asthma inhaler will be a lot of fun to them. BUT being pressurised if punctured will release at...
PHEW! You’ve got through to 9 months with your puppy, you’ve got the Recall down to a fine art, got through the chewing phase, nailed the separation and got them socialised with other dogs. Plain...
What does sustainability mean to a business like Redhound for Dogs?
With so many of you welcoming a new whippet pup into their homes I thought it a good time to have a chat about training. Now, I’m an experienced owner but I’m not a professional...
1 - Do Whippets NEED coats? My opinion - YES they DO – when the weather requires it, a whippet, a breed with thin fur and little fat on their bodies, will need a coat...
TRAINING TIPS (Part One) Puppy 3 - 6 Months With so many of you welcoming a new whippet pup into their homes, I thought it a good time to have a chat about training. Now,...
You've done your research, found a suitable breeder and got a date for pups arrival, but, what has your research NOT told you about whippets? Read on to find out more. We’ve had two pups...
Wet weather brings with it mud - even a short walk will leave you and your whippet caked in mud and suitably soggy. Washing your dog's coat or jumper every single day isn’t best practice,...
The main sizes Broadly speaking whippets fall into 4 main sizes Small, Small Medium, Medium and Large. Read on to discover how to get the right size first time round. How should whippet clothes fit?...
There are a few key things we all know our dogs require like a complete and nutritious diet, a soft and supportive bed, a stylish and practical collar that can withstand even the smelliest of...
This blog will guide a new owner through the clothing needs of a whippet pup from 3-12 months. Getting a whippet puppy is one of the most joyous times. They bring love and laughter into...
George in his short life has had several trips to the vet, one as an emergency on a snowy night when he had the beginning of Giardia. Then we had the spider bite, but that’s...
When you decide to share your life with a whippet there are some things you really should know – they feel the cold, hate the rain AND they will thrive on a good quality dog...
Are you an in between size? Do you find a pair of Marks & Spencer jeans in size 12 the perfect fit, yet when you pop into Zara for a pair of jeans you need...
We've had a fantastic summer here in the UK, and whilst us British do love to moan about the weather, in general I think we've all enjoyed the dry, sunny days. But all this heat...
We all love our dogs and put their happiness and wellbeing at the heart of our day. The hot weather we are experiencing here in England this summer is lovely, but for dogs it can...
Dogs improve our lives in so many ways, but here are my Top 5 ways a Dog will enrich your Life. 1 - Having a dog gets you out When you let a dog into your...
Having just got through a frantic 10 days I thought I would share some tips with you for How to cope when your dog is in season. Female dogs come into season between 9 and...
I can’t count the times that we have moved in the last 15 years. The first involved, one dog, two cats and two gold fish! It is all part of the cycle of our lives...
George has a sensitive tummy, and it seems he is not alone! From the comments I received after my last blog it seems that many dogs out there suffer as he has. Some due to...
When Bruno died last year I lost all interest in knitting. It’s odd really as you might think I would have grabbed the opportunity to actually knit something for myself for once, but no. It...
George our whippet is just 9 months old and in his short life he has had 3 episodes of sickness and diarrhoea. I thought you might like to know how we have dealt with George’s...
We live in a world of disposable goods, discount shops & online offers. Now, we all love a bargain, and I am the first into a charity shop, but I personally think that ‘cheap’ is...
It’s Valentine’s Day today and I thought I would chat about the 7 Things that make George Happy! After all, he is the new man in my life & my main purpose in life is...
If I had to sum up Why Rescue Dogs are Special it would be this: they never take your love for granted. That was our experience with Frankie for the 13 years we had her in...
George started training classes on Monday, and I have been thinking about what would be the 5 Essential Commands to teach your Dog. I am in no way an expert and I'm not a trainer, but...
It’s been a long time since I’ve had a puppy in my life, 14 years to be precise. When I got Bruno in 2003, I really didn’t know what he needed apart from a comfy...
Having had our two whippets Frankie and Bruno for over 14 years, losing them both within 3 months of each other, and welcoming George (another whippet – well, what else! ) into our lives just...
Understanding Integrity Integrity is a fundamental moral value that encompasses honesty, authenticity and adherence to principles. It’s the quality of being true to oneself and others, consistently acting in alignment with one's values and ethical...
Getting a puppy is an exciting time. If you have chosen a whippet it is most likely because you know someone with one who has waxed lyrical about the virtues of this beautiful breed, and...
Letting dogs into our lives is setting ourselves up for grief at some point - right? So, the easiest way to avoid this is to never let them into our lives in the first place...
Dogs are good for our health. This is a proven fact but I don’t have to tell you that! They make us happy in so many ways, providing companionship so that we are never lonely,...
As a child Valerie Singleton of Blue Peter was my absolute hero and I made everything that she demonstrated as I watched on our black and white TV! But my creative side was never encouraged....
My life changed in 2003. I had a dream job, my own wedding dress business which I had run for 15 years with my best friend. I didn’t have a partner in my life and...
