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A NATION OF DOG LOVERS 015 DID YOU KNOW?
The Tunbridge Wells Canine Society (
twdcs.co.uk), founded in 1884, is one of the oldest in the UK. The fi rst Tunbridge Wells dog show took place in Calverley Gardens in August that year. Held over two days, the catalogue records an entry of more than 500 dogs along with promenade concerts and gardens decorated with fl oral displays and arches together with 2,500 Chinese lanterns and lights – all gas of course!
A DOG IS THE ONLY THING ON EARTH THAT LOVES YOU MORE THAN HE LOVES HIMSELF
JOSH BILLINGS (AKA HENRY WHEELER SHAW – HUMOURIST AND LECTURER)
bonds and learn a variety of social skills from each other that humans may fi nd hard to spot or recognise,” says dog behaviourist Nick Jones. “Similarly, dogs are the perfect ice
breaker to start conversations you might otherwise miss and are proven to bring numerous health benefi ts, including enhancing our mental and physical wellbeing.”
Coveted canines
In fact, so besotted are we with our canine companions that the issue of custody is now arising when relationships break down, as Kirstie Law, a partner at Kent based solicitors Thomson Snell and Passmore – and self-confessed dog lover – explains: “Dog ownership comes with future responsibilities similar to having children. What would happen to the dog if you died and, if you own one jointly, what happens if your relationship ends?” says Kirstie. “We know prenups are increasingly used by couples, but have you considered a petnup? Would you share the pet if you
separated and how would this work in practice? You should also consider – and sorry to sound like a cynical family lawyer – things may not be amicable. “Could you really ‘co pet own’ if your now-ex behaved badly? A petnup can be prepared to specify it’s your dog and will live with you if you separate. And, given how most of us see our dogs as an integral part of our lives, you should also consider the need to specify a ‘godfather’ or ‘mother’ in any will.” As Ricky Gervais has said (more than once) on social media, “We don’t deserve dogs.” Clearly, millions of us agree.
Honey Holds Court
Many modern care homes now resemble plush hotels, with cinemas and salons, restaurants and art galleries. Brook Court in Kidderminster though has a particularly pawsome addition – Honey, a live-in rescue dog who’s on-hand for residents to cuddle, walk or just spend time enjoying her company. The team at Brook Court noticed
how much residents were enjoying visits
MINE’S A BOWL OF WATER
Kent authors David and Hilary Staines know a thing or two about the best county walks having written several guides. They’ve now turned their attention to the best dog friendly pub walks with the publication of a new book featuring 20 tried-and-tested circular routes that combine maximum off-lead time with a warm welcome for canine clientele in the hostelries at the heart of each walk. • Kent Dog Friendly Pup Walks is published by Countryside Books (
countrysidebooks.co.uk) at £8.95.
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