We’re having a kit-kat break! That’s right – the pussycats are back in the spotlight for our latest Cat-arama feature, where we share what’s been tickling the whiskers of Barkarama’s resident cats of late.

This post is Marmite. You will either share our love for these fantastically kitsch Dog Lamps by CO Vintage … or you won’t! Haters switch off now; fans keep reading …

A few months back, Basil and I brought you word of FRONTLINE’s Most Dedicated Pet Owner competition, where a pet-friendly staycation for all the family is up for grabs, and more.

Owners across the country have been busy submitting their photos and stories since, with tales of dedication and devotion such as ‘we do everything together and I couldn’t survive without them’, ‘I slept on the floor once, as my pet was so ill I couldn’t leave them’, ‘I don’t holiday abroad so I don’t want to leave them’ and ‘I dedicated a book to them’. These heartwarming stories got me thinking of my own reasons for being dedicated to the dog in my life Basil Barkarama …

Saturday = Caturday = #Cat-arama when we pay homage to the other furry members of the Barkarama household. But before we launch in our latest finds for your feline, what’s this crazy talk we hear of black cats being rejected because they don’t look good in #Selfies???

Paws up who wants to be a in a gang where the membership rules state that you must have at least one nap a day (two at w’ends), never refuse a treat, get one belly rub a day, and your arch nemesis is The Squirrel? If that floats your doggy boat you’ll be in good company with Marlene’s Gang – an adorable interiors brand offering cushions, tea towels, tote bags and more …

Our paws clapped in excitement when the news of a collaboration between two of our favourite doggy design folk, reached our inbox. Wiltshire doggy design house Mutts & Hounds has collaborated with the tremendously talented artist and dog illustrator, Jo Chambers of Studio Legohead, to launch a new collection for your hound and home ...

We first declared our love for online boutique Pup Tart last October and now our love for them has grown deeper with the launch of Pup Tart Handmade, which as the name goes is their own line, handmade!

An upcycled selection of products for you, your pets and the home, the Pup Tart Handmade collection takes full advantage of brand founder Hannah Frew’s textile design and fashion buying background, and includes dog bandanas, bow ties, dog travel quilts, canvas totes, cushion covers, tablecloths and the hero of the collection – the Pet Tipi …

At the beginning of 2014, I shared a personal goal of wanting to do at least two lots of fundraising this year to benefit my favourite kind of furry friend, as well as those, who need a dog to assist them though their daily lives. I already had one idea in mind at the time of posting, inspired by one of my business sidelines – working as an independent stylist for boutique accessories brand Stella & Dot – but I’ve been waiting for the right time to get it off the ground. 

April 1 saw the start of National Pet Month (ends May 5), an annual event promoting responsible pet ownership, helping pet charities across the UK to raise funds and recognising the love and companionship our pets provide. To celebrate, Basil and I are inviting you to shop our online Stella & Dot Charity Trunk Show on Wednesday 30 April, and in return I pledge to donate and equally share all of my earnings (25% of sales) between my chosen charities - Dogs Trust and Support Dogs.