Friday Favourites - Pets

We're all aware that dogs are a man's best friend, but we think it's safe to say that the popular phrase should encompass all kinds of pets. Whether they purr or bark, pets are really special beings, considered to be family members. At The Amazing Blog, we couldn’t live without our four legged companions; they are always there for us, come rain or shine, so why not spoil them with some treats they will surely appreciate?

Cat owners know how much the little ones love their naps. In fact, an adult cat sleeps an average of 15 hours a day. Sounds great, doesn’t it? Pet Interiors' Rondo Stand will make your cat’s siestas even more fabulous. The designer cat tree, made with beautiful European cowskin and fleece, is developed for both rest and action. Not only will your cat have a comfortable spot to relax, but at a height of 80cm, it will also have a privileged view of its surroundings. And we all know curious cats like to keep their superior eye on things. The Rondo Stand is made to order, making it an exclusive piece of furniture, perfect for any cat lover's home. Put your cat on the pedestal it deserves with the Rondo Stand from Aristopaws, which you can buy here for £589.

Cats and dogs may not always see eye to eye, but dogs like to have a cosy place to rest their head too. When it comes to dog beds, there is a really wide choice out there, with a huge variety of sizes, shapes and materials, each designed to satisfy your pet’s needs. We really love Bone & Rag's extensive range. From their Blue Splash Dog Bed, to their beautifully printed William Morris 'Vine' design, there's something to suit every decor. The classic donut shaped beds will ensure that your pooch is as comfy as can be, with room to curl up and stretch out as they please. The plush beds are handmade in the UK, with a waterproof inner lining and a washable cover, a necessity for any dog owner. Both the Blue Splash Dog Bed and the William Morris Dog Bed are available here, with prices starting from £100.

Pets are very much a part of the family. So much so that we can't think of anyone more deserving of their own commissioned portrait. Bethany Moore, the talented artist from The Rhubarb Tree takes a fresh and contemporary approach to the world of pet portraits, creating a unique piece of art that will perfectly capture the inimitable personality of your fluffy loved one. Animal lovers will also find a great selection of pet themed design cards, stationery, mugs and gifts at The Rhubarb Tree. You can buy their products here with prices starting off at £2. Feeling creative yourself? Bethany Moore also runs friendly art workshops to take you through a relaxing drawing experience.

You all know how passionate we are about natural beauty products, so were pleased to discover a natural grooming collection specifically created for dogs. Betty & Butch have an amazing range of shampoos and conditioners, including soaps formulated with different breeds and skin conditions in mind. We were particularly drawn to the Dandy Dog Soap - a masculine scented natural shampoo which thoroughly cleans both coat and skin. With anti-fungal and anti-bacterial ingredients like lavender, lemon and cedarwood, which also works to alleviate hair loss, your canine pal will be looking glossy and smelling fresh in no time. The Dandy Dog Soap is available here for £6.99, along with the rest of the fantastic Betty & Butch range.

Food is definitely one of the most important needs a pet owner has to fulfil, but giving them the right kind of nourishment is not always an easy task. We want them to be happy and healthy, so their diet needs to be varied and balanced. Din Dins offer a natural nutrition range that will optimise your pet's health and well-being. Using the finest organic ingredients, these vet-approved supplements will improve skin and coat condition, help solve problems like bad breath, and aid with digestive problems. The raw wholefoods, herbs and super greens like bilberry, flaxseed and cranberry will surely get your kitties purring and your doggy tails wagging! You can buy the Din Dins Wickedly Raw Superfoods for cats here and for dogs here for £13.

With all of these great pet ideas to choose from, we're sure you'll find a way to reward your pet for their unconditional love.

The Tru Brand - Holy Trinity Skincare

We here at The Amazing Blog pay attention to our skincare regime religiously. So when we discovered The Tru Brand’s Holy Trinity, we prepared ourselves to worship a new found skin saviour. The trio makes up the foundation of any good skincare routine, consisting of the Ultimate Two-Way Deep Cleanse, the Liftonic Toning Treatment and the Holy Grail Facial Moisturiser. With these three products on our bathroom shelf, caring for our skin has never been more heavenly.

Offering a capsule range, all of The Tru Brand products work together in harmony and complement each other perfectly. Formulated with green mandarin essential oil to help unclog congested pores, and fine line reducing Liftonin, the Liftonic Toning Treatment felt really soothing to use, and worked as a wonderfully refreshing precursor to the Holy Grail Facial Moisturiser. Containing soothing camellia oil, the thick moisturiser felt so cooling on my tired skin, ensuring that my visage stayed intensely moisturised all day. A unanimous favourite in the office, however, was the Ultimate Two-Way Deep Cleanse. A versatile cleanser that can be used either as a daily wash, or swiped across the face and neck on a cotton pad, the product felt really hydrating, as well as leaving a delicious citrus scent behind. With extract of wild pansy, a great toxin cleanser, and antioxidant Vitamin E, it really helped to clear away daily grime, leaving me with skin that felt nothing short of purified.

Our skincare prayers have been answered with this trio of divine products. You can purchase the Cleanser, Toning Treatment and Moisturiser here for £25, £28 and £42 respectively.

Luxsit Organic Care - Enrich Hydrating Facial Mist

Here at The Amazing Blog, we truly love natural, organic brands. So when we heard about Luxsit Organic Care, we couldn't wait to get our hands on their popular products. The Stockholm based luxury brand were kind enough to send us a selection from their range, including the Enrich Hydrating Facial Mist. Thanks to this refreshing and nourishing toner, we've been spritzing our way to more hydrated skin ever since.

All of the Luxsit products use carefully selected plant extracts and traditional medicine to deliver a great range of environmentally friendly products, which do wonders for even the most sensitive of skin types. Offering five series' of products, from Caring to Revitalizing, there's surely something to satisfy everyone’s needs. Having tried our fair share of skincare, we all knew what a great product we'd found in the Hydrating Facial Mist. Part of the Enrich series, the light spray is designed with dry skin in mind. Birch tree sap and cucumber extract contribute to the refreshing mist, which is so fine that I felt more than comfortable spritzing it on over make-up. The spray helped to plump up my skin, reducing fine lines at the same time as giving me a really dewy glow. Although it can be used as part of your cleansing routine, it has found itself a home in my handbag, as it's the perfect product for providing an instant boost on the go!

All of the Luxsit Organic Care products are certified by NaTrue, to help you stay beautiful with a clear conscience. You can find the Luxsit Enrich Hydrating Facial Mist here for £26.50.

Docteur Renaud - Mango Hand and Nail Repair Cream

French pharmacies are known for stocking the crème de la crème of skincare. We long for those Parisian breaks, when we can spend our days perusing the beauty aisles of various boutiques. However, jetting across the channel every time you need a new cleanser isn’t exactly economically sound. So when a little bit of France made its way to The Amazing Blog in the form of Docteur Renaud’s Mango Hand And Nail Repair Cream, we were très excited to try it out.

The French brand combines a love of cosmetics with a love of plants, basing all of their products around a particular type of fruit. The Mango Hand and Nail Repair Cream is part of the Peach & Grapefruit body range, which offers a collection of other delectable sounding products. The first and most distinctive aspect of the product is its divine scent. Sweet mango butter is the main ingredient, making for perhaps the most delicious smelling hand cream we've ever tried. The rich and creamy emulsion, which also contains shea butter and vegetable waxes from jojoba, mimosa and sunflower, glides onto my hands and provides fantastic nourishment, making them feel so soft and soothed. Not only that, the moisture seals itself in all day long to provide long lasting hydration. The cream also works to strengthen nails and soften cuticles, making it the only product you'll need to keep your hands looking gorgeous and smelling good enough to eat.

Despite its French origins, the Docteur Renaud product has the scent that transports us to a tropical paradise. The Mango Hand and Nail Repair Cream is available to buy here for £13.30.

Hawkshead Relish Company - Strawberry Daiquiri Jam and Margarita Jelly

At The Amazing Blog, we're big advocates for a bit of advocat. We only wish it was acceptable to have a happy hour at any time of day. Thanks to The Hawkshead Relish Company, we can now treat ourselves to some daytime appropriate tipple, courtesy of their recently launched Cocktail Range. They were sweet enough to send us both their Strawberry Daiquiri Jam and Margarita Jelly, which make the perfect boozy preservative to top your morning toast.

The Hawkshead Relish Company is a UK based company who hand make a  plethora of preserves, pickles and relishes. Although not all of the Hawkshead relishes contain alcohol, we love the innovative idea of beverage based spreads. Containing English strawberries, white rum and lemon juice, the Strawberry Daiquiri Jam is a great morning to midday treat. Perfect for anything from toast to scones, the jam is thick and sweet, with a subtle hint of rum. Precisely what you would expect from a daiquiri based jam, it certainly satisfied my sweet tooth. If you have more of a taste for savoury snacks, the Margarita Jelly is delicious. Lemon and tequila give a sharp tang that would pair beautifully with any seafood dish. Suitable for vegetarians, and free from artificial flavours, colourings or preservatives, we can't think of a better way to liven up your lunch.

‘Embellish your relish’ with these delectable preserves. The The Strawberry Daiquiri Jam is available to buy here for £2.60, and the Margarita Jelly here, for £2.95. We can't think of a better way to liven up your lunch.