A few weeks ago, as an advocate for showing kindness to owners around the subject of canine obesity I was asked for an expert quote for the Sun, a UK national newspaper. And why????? Because a new weight loss drug is being brought to market next year ahead of a load of others. I have no idea when it will go to print but it'll be The Sun on Sunday I think either as a half or as full page spread. So who is bringing this to drug to market? Debora Meaden and Steven Bartlett What are your thoughts? Sock it to me !

I’ve just been made aware that a member is interested in how we have experienced potty training our dogs. So if you have any tips, please share in here. So here are my thoughts. Can I just say this is my own personal experience and @Angela Day will jump on when available and add anything relevant. Obviously I would suggest that having got your puppy, have a vet check to ‘check all is in working order. That includes poops and pees! When I have had puppies, I have taken them out for a toilet break when they wake, before they are put down to bed ( whether in a crate or not) any times in between. Every time they relieve themselves I give praise. Remembering that after play they may need to go out again. Their bladders aren’t that big and they haven’t learnt that the garden is the place so accidents shouldn’t be met with being scolded as this can make them scared and even avoid going when you are there. At night times or if I leave them at home I provide a very big, high sided ( must be suitable for your size of puppy) tray with shredded paper. I don’t mean newspaper it’s like a mix of paper and kitchen towel, very soft and absorbent and for sale by the huge bale. This soaks up everything and enables your pup to still have a specific place if unable to get outside. Please feel free to add your experiences and ideas and hopefully between us this will help.

👀Why is it even when you watch from afar and keep your eye on the spot where your dog pooped so you can pick it up, it literally just vanishes 😧

For the Second Year running I took one for the team 🐾

This group is all about dogs, zoomies, and giggles, no sales pitches, spam or sneaky, cheeky promos. 🐶✨ If you ever spot something that feels a bit “salesy” or "businessy" not in the spirit of our fun dog space, could you do me a favour? 🐕 👉 Just give me or one of these advocates @Sue Crawford @Debbie Allery @Jackie Wylde a little nudge a quiet message or report the post. Think of it like this: you’re the neighbourhood watch, but for business spam. 😂 🐾Together we can keep this place the cosy, drama-free hangout it’s meant to be. Thanks, lovelies, now back to the important stuff… show me your dog’s latest goofy face! 🐾📸💖