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A dog trainer has shared the three key things he wished he knew when first looking after a new pet.In a post to their TikTok account, The Yorkshire Canine Academy shared advice to those who are thinking of or recently adopted a dog, and suggested these pieces of advice would make all the difference in training your new furry friend.For those who found themselves with a "new dog or puppy," these three tips could make settling into your new life that little bit easier as the expert presenting the advice says it would have helped him to know these tricks earlier in his career.Head trainer Jacob Morgan said: "If you've got a new dog or a new puppy, here's three things that I wish I knew earlier that's going to make your life, 10 times easier."Everything from understanding your dog's energy ...

Anti-ageing is one of the most sought-after benefits in skincare, with many beauty fans hoping to reverse, smooth out or slow down the inevitable ageing process in the hope of retaining some of their youth. While skincare isn't a magic solution to stop time, using the right ingredients can help to improve the appearance of the skin, helping to firm, hydrate or encourage skin cell renewal.Perricone MD's skincare is on the premium end, with individual products costing as much as £210, a cost that is likely to be too expensive for the majority of beauty shoppers.However, the brand is worth keeping an eye on when they launch a sale, and there's currently a deal to get The Greatest Hits set for £37.20. Containing four products for the face and eyes, it would usually set you back £93, but the...

There are all kinds of Valentine's gifts under £30 to show someone you care (Image: Marks and Spencer / Boots / Fortnum & Mason / Getty Images) This article contains affiliate links, we will receive a commission on any sales we generate from it. Learn more Valentine's Day is fast approaching with February 14 less than one month away. While some people like to splurge on expensive gifts and luxury items to show their love, with many people still trying to save post-Christmas, a smaller token of appreciation might be more on budget.Of course, you don't need to buy a gift at all, with many people preferring to show their love through words of affirmation or by doing something special for a loved one like cooking a meal or running a bubble bath. But, if you do want to buy a little some...

A chic fleece pillow, perfect for reading in bed, watching TV or enhancing your work-from-home experience, is currently on sale at Debenhams with a 20% discount. The cosy teddy fabric cover "creates a warm and gentle feeling, as though you're being gently hugged while you relax" according to Debenhams.Available in various colours including grey, charcoal, light pink and cream, the price has been slashed from £43.99 to £34.99. Not only is it suitable for your bed, but it also fits most standard chairs.Many customers have expressed their satisfaction with the product, with one stating: "Excellent price and quality, looks and feels lovely, bought in pink lovely shade."Another said: "Fabulous, great for all ages, very relaxing, bought for grandson for gaming from his bed."A third added: "Ex...

Whether you don't have enough time in the day, or you struggle to get out and about, a pet companion can bring so much joy into your life.While all pet owners need to be responsible to cater to the needs of their pooch, there are certain dog breeds that have "lower needs for exercise during the day".Vet Dr Kirsten Ronngren, working with ManyPets pet insurance, said: "Exercise is an essential aspect to consider when it comes to the well being of our pets."However, not all pets have the same requirements for activity to keep them healthy."Dr Ronngren added: "Generally speaking, there are breeds that tend to have higher or lower needs for exercise during the day to promote physical health and mental stimulation."Smaller breeds, such as chihuahuas, terriers, or dachshunds typically require ...

As we usher in a new year, many individuals are looking to renovate or redecorate their homes for a fresh start.If you're among them, you might want to heed the advice of one interior design and DIY expert who has been refurbishing her home for a decade.Katherine, known on Instagram as @edwardian_vignette, regularly imparts her interior design and DIY wisdom to her 114,000 followers. She specialises in statement period decor and Edwardian DIY renovation and provides e-design services.In one of her recent posts, Chester-based Katherine shared the lessons she's learned throughout her career. Her first piece of renovation advice was patience, stating: "It takes time! Especially if you also have kids and day jobs. Get used to friends and family saying, 'Is your house done yet?'"She also war...

Choosing a baby name is a meaningful process for parents, many of whom wish to opt for something different than their peers.Popular names come and go as the years go by, but one trend that experts predict to be big in 2025 is floral-themed monikers for girls and boys.New research from Eflorist found that names such as Heather, Rosemary and Hazel could be making a comeback this year.To uncover their findings, experts analysed historical ONS data on new baby names dating back to 1904 and compared the average growth from the 20th century to the 21st, allowing them to find the floral monikers growing in popularity.According to the research, Heather could be the standout moniker for baby girls, seeing a 617% growth in popularity since the 20th century. The name Heather is of British origin a...

All 12 zodiac star signs are influenced in different ways when it comes to planetary alignments and energies.Take an Aquarius, for example, whose birthdate falls between January 20 and February 18; the air sign will be strategising how to make the most of their situation.Whether it be career-related, personal relationships or living environment, the focus will be on making the best of what you have.However, the financial sector, which comes to the forefront this weekend, will require particular planning.Meanwhile, Pisces (February 19 to March 20), a water sign, will be swimming around new networks, which can turn into lasting connections. There will be a need to stay indoors by the time the weekend comes around, though, which is best put to use by trying out a new passion project.Feelin...

The teachings of the ancient philosophers can still help us in today’s fast-paced world. (Image: Halfpoint)“People might say ‘Why should we care about what someone said two millennia ago?’,” says Professor Massimo Pigliucci. “But what these people wrote about human flourishing stands the test of time, mostly because human nature hasn’t changed.”By “these people”, Professor Pigliucci means the philosophers of ancient Greek and Rome. He’s the co-author of the book Live Like A Philosopher, which looks at their teachings and how their relevance can still help us in today’s fast-paced world.Covering everyone from Socrates to Plato, Aristotle to Epicurus, the philosophers’ life stories are told alongside practical exercises.Professor Pigliucci, who lectures in philosophy at The City College o...

Saturday is considered a working day for Royal Mail, with deliveries fulfilled Monday to Saturday for all households it has mail for.However, some Britons expecting a letter, parcel, or package this Friday, January 17, could be disappointed.The postal service reported that its mail was processed on time over the past 24 hours across its rail, road and air networks.Mail centres across the UK also processed everything to schedule, but the same can't be said for local delivery offices.Royal Mail has warned customers of possible delays as 14 delivery offices grapple with "local issues".In its latest service update, Royal Mail said: "We aim to deliver to all addresses we have mail for, six days a week. In a small number of local offices, this may temporarily not be possible due to local issu...