Floyd & Fleet

10/01/2023

The world is full of rescue dogs needing homes, and there are a lot of greyhounds included in that. Greyhounds make perfect pets, very relaxed indoors and only needing short walks, but they usually need to be on a lead outside as they have a habit of chasing anything small and furry they see.
If you are looking for a dog please consider a rescue dog, and if you are looking for a calm dog that doesn't need too much exercise a greyhound might be the perfect dog for you.

Another one of our beautiful dogs ready and waiting for her forever home. Rosie.

10/01/2023

08/01/2023

06/01/2023

Happy New Year!
Did your cats get everything they wanted from Santa this year? Or have you got sad, unloved cat toys gathering dust. Many 'catnip' toys contain virtually no catnip and soon lose their enticing small. But you can revive them but cutting a small hole in a seam, stuffing in some fresh cat nip and sewing them up again.
We have just the stuff - our testers were so excited they were on top of the box before we even opened it.
Try catnip and valerian to calm stressed-out cats, catnip and silver vine for the adventurous cat or 'fallen comrades' for the true catnip lover.
https://floydandfleet.co.uk/collections/cat-nip

02/01/2023

Why do dogs chew?
Biting and chewing are completely natural behaviours and are an essential part of being a dog. Dogs chew to relieve boredom, loneliness, stress, frustration and anxiety. Chewing releases endorphins and calms and comforts the dog. Dogs that are stressed, for example if they are left alone for long periods, or ones that are bored, will often find relief by chewing, and that can cause conflict. What to you is a piece of furniture, or ornament, to a dog is just something to potentially chew.

What can you do it your dog chews when it is left alone? Firstly make sure the dog gets plenty of exercise, a tired dog is a happy dog. Take them for long walks with plenty of opportunity for running around before leaving them. Chewing can be more to do with boredom than stress, a sleeping dog can't chew anything!
Secondly leave then with things they are allowed to chew, or with toys to entertain them such as snuffle toys or lick mats. There is no guaranty that they will chew what you leave out, but if you don't leave anything they have no choice.
Thirdly introduce your dog to being left along gradually, start by closing the door when you leave the room, don't let them follow you around the house. Then go out for short periods and come back in, slowly increasing how long you are out for. Don't make a big fuss when you leave and return, make going out seem normal and nothing special.

https://floydandfleet.co.uk/collections/dog-snuffle-toys

12/12/2022

Cats like to play, but so many cat toys are nasty plasticky things that have no real appeal to cats, and are doing nothing to save the planet. We've watched cats playing, and we think the best toys are kicker toys - ones the cats can hang on to and bite while kicking with their back paws. The cat nip in our kit nip cuddle toys is so good that Ludi could smell it through the box. He was in there as soon as we opened it. The toys are filled with buckwheat husks and top quality cat nip. They are tough enough to cope with the roughest of cats, and there's nothing plastic about them at all.
https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/kit-nip-cuddle-cat-kicker-toy

11/12/2022

Manatees are charismatic animals found in shallow, slow-moving rivers, estuaries, saltwater bays, and coastal areas. They eat aquatic plants including seagrass and freshwater vegetation. They are under threat from hunting, although they are now protected, and damage from boats. They apparently gave rise to the mermaid myth. Well, you can see why!?!
So, if you can't buy your dog a real mermaid this Christmas it's good to know you can get him a manatee.
Murray the manatee is made from recycled plastic bottles and has a ball inside, so when you dog has (inevitably) destroyed him there is another squeaky toy left to play with.

https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/murray-the-manatee

10/12/2022

What are snuffle toys? They are toys designed to help reduce stress and boredom in dogs. You hide food in the folds of the toy, and the dog has to find it. This mimics natural feeding behaviour and stimulates the dog's brain. Snuffle toys are perfect for for dogs that struggle with separation anxiety, or who are left on their own during the day.
You can make your own - a traditional rag-rug works perfectly (but you will need to wash it occasionally).

Our snuffle toys are all machine washable, and simply fun! Choose from a roll-up snail, a lobster, a lion and a cabbage, what else?

https://floydandfleet.co.uk/collections/dog-snuffle-toys

09/12/2022

Apparently 47% of people put up their Christmas decorations between 1-10th December. So that means that many of you will already have your tree up. But how do you stop your cat climbing the tree and knocking the decorations off?
We think distraction is key - offer them something even better to play with. How about a catnip kicker toy. We have tested this out, and our cats loved it! The natural buckwheat hull filling and the quality catnip and silver vine filling makes it impossible to resist.
And for those of you who like a bit of Christmas chaos - it is stylish enough to hang on the tree!

https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/bowtie-catnip-kicker-toy

08/12/2022

Dogs love to play, it's an essential part of keeping them fit and happy. Some of the best toys are free, a stick or a ball your dog finds in the woods, but you don't really want those in the house.
Some dogs love a snuggly toy, one to cuddle up with as much as to chew, although usually they fulfil both needs. We have a fabulous range of Clean Earth cuddly dog toys. They are made from recycled plastic bottles, so you can feel good about buying them and enjoy seeing your dog playing with them. Perfect!
Jack loves his octopus - well, who wouldn't, but he'd quite like a fox for Christmas.
https://floydandfleet.co.uk/collections/clean-earth

08/12/2022

This is our 3-legged cat Ludi product testing a new batch of kit-nip cuddle toys. It has to be said he is not so much cuddling as kicking... but it's safe to say he loves it!
https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/kit-nip-cuddle-cat-kicker-toy

07/12/2022

Do you buy Christmas presents for your pets? Most of us do! I suppose it's a thank you for everything they have given us throughout the year... I was thinking affection, companionship, laughter and love rather than the mice, mud and fur.
We have a fabulous range of interesting and unusual cat and dog gifts. Surely every cat would be happy to be given a gorgeous one-eyed fish?
Each fish is made with fair-trade felt and stuffed with catnip mix and comes with its own back story. You will be randomly sent one of Jack the one-eyed cat fish, Jack's cousin Phil, Jack's Grandma Gigi, Jack's Aunt B or Aunt B's long lost sister Vibeke.
If you have a colour/name preference please let us know when you order.

17/11/2022

It's grey and wet here and my dog (very sensibly I think) has decided it's just too cold and miserable to go out. It's not always easy to find ways to entertain your dog indoors but our cheery orange lion snuffle mat is a great way to keep them out of trouble. Hide treats in the lion's mane and watch your dog try to find them! https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/lion-snuffle-mat

08/10/2022

Happy Octopus Day! 🐙

Did you know that octopi have 3 hearts?! They have so much capacity to love and loads of arms to express all that love through many hugs!
Floyd & Fleet is here to offer our Clean Earth Octopus with it's cheeky grin for you to celebrate with. Clean Earth Octopus is made from 100% recycled plastic bottles so we can help our planet one toy at a time.

04/10/2022

Happy Kale Day!

Who knew there was a national day dedicated entirely to kale? It's certainly new to us but we're here for niche vegetable celebrations!
To celebrate this bizarre but wonderful national day, why not treat your feline friends to our Crunchy Kale toy we've got in our shop. They're made from 100% organic wool and make a fab rustley sound which our cats can't get enough of! 🐱

26/08/2022

20% off all dog items at Floyd & Fleet this weekend only to celebrate National Dog Day! Enter code WELOVEDOGS at checkout to get your 20% off.

Not sure what to buy? Our best selling Fly and Fetch Eagle Dog Toy is the perfect toy for your Labrador or any other retriever. It's waterproof, floats, flies (yes really!) with a bungee, is an all round perfect retriever toy.

26/08/2022

It's World Dog Day! 🐶🎉

Let us know your dog's favorite thing! Is it a tasty chew? A cuddly toy they've had since they were tiny? Or just dad's socks! Today is the perfect day to dedicate to your furry friend and give them an extra special little something, something you might just find in our shop... 👀

16/08/2022

Happy National Stingray Day!

How do you normally celebrate? Personally, Jack is celebrating with his Sally the Stingray, who he likes very much. On the other hand, for smaller dogs, we've also got Clean Earth Stingray which you can find in using the link below.
Both are made from recycled materials so are perfect for celebrating and helping our ocean friends.

Sally the Stingray: https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/sally-the-stingray
Clean Earth Stingray: https://floydandfleet.co.uk/products/clean-earth-plush-stingray-small