Dogs Monthly has teamed up with household disinfectant Zoflora, sponsor of the LovePets Show 2011, to offer three lucky winners a family ticket to the LovePets Show at EXEC, The Showground, Peterborough, Cambridgeshire, from 29-30 October.  
      The winners will also receive the full range of Zoflora products to use around their home.  
      However loving and loyal our furry friends may be, they can harbour a stash of germs and unwelcome whiffs, not to mention being responsible for the occasional little accident… Three-in-one household disinfectant Zoflora, in 11 fresh fragrances, has a highly-effective formula that kills 99 per cent of bacteria and viruses, making it a great favourite with pet owners.  
●  For more information visit www.zoflora.co.uk

We have three family tickets for LovePets (admitting two adults and two children), valid for either Saturday 29 or Sunday 30 October, plus the full range of Zoflora products (worth a total of £43) to give away. To enter click here and put Zoflora Online Giveaway as the name of the competition. Entries close 3 October 2011.

This competition has now closed.

Fullolife High Strength Joint Care can help to keep your four-legged friend active and free of joint pain. The scientifically-formulated blend of natural oils provides essential nutrients for older dogs, large dogs and dogs prone to joint problems. Its rich blend of Omega 3 fish oils helps to promote supple and mobile joints, reducing stiffness, immobility and discomfort. Omega 3 fish oils also contribute to a healthy coat and bright eyes.
The new Fullolife range of nutritional oil-based supplements for dogs also includes Pure Cod Liver Oil, Skin & Coat and Calmer. For more information about Fullolife, tel. 01482 701271 or visit www.fullolife.co.uk

Dogs Monthly has 20 bottles of Fullolife High Strength Joint Care (200ml, RRP £5.99) to give away. To enter, click here and put Fullolife Online Giveaway as the name of the competition. Entries close 30 September 2011.

Bosinver Farm Cottages in Trelowth, Cornwall, is offering one lucky Dogs Monthly reader a week’s break in one of its idyllic holiday properties.
     Set in a stunning rural location, Bosinver Farm Cottages is a pooch paradise. The farm cottages are nestled in 30 acres of wildflower meadows and woodlands and nearby there are miles of coastal paths to explore, woods to scrabble around and streams to splash through.
     The cottages are individually designed and feature luxury contemporary fittings and furnishings. There’s a hose-down area for washing your dog after muddy walks, plus spare bowls, leads and brushes. Other facilities include a games room, play barn, sauna, pool, tennis court and free Wifi in the Internet room.
     A range of delightful walks in the area have been tried and tested by a Dalmatian called Toby, while many of Cornwall’s outstanding public gardens welcome well-behaved dogs on leads. Dogs are also welcome on most beaches between October and Easter. Within easy reach are a host of attractions including the Eden Project, Lost Gardens of Heligan and many award-winning pubs and restaurants.
     For more information on Bosinver Farm Cottages tel 01726 72128 or visit www.bosinver.co.uk

Terms & conditions
• The prize is a seven-night holiday worth up to £555 for a maximum of two adults and two children, plus one large or two small dogs in either Apple, Pear or Rose Farm Cottages.
• The holiday must be taken on or after 1 October 2011 and be completed before 27 April 2012, subject to availability and excluding school holidays.
• The prize is non-transferable and no alternative cash prize is available.
• The editor’s decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into.

The competition closes 31 August 2011 after which one winner will be chosen at random. To enter, click here, putting ‘Bosinver holiday giveaway/ August 2011’ as the name of the competition.

Send us your feedback by filling in the Dogs Monthly survey in our August issue – or complete it online – and you could win a 12-month subscription to Dogs Monthly or one of 50 fab dog toys from Wilkinson. To fill in the survey online just click on the story on the right of the home page.

The survey is now closed. Our thanks to all who contributed. Prize winners will be notified

Keycamp has teamed up with Dogs Monthly to offer one reader the chance to win a seven-night back-to-nature getaway in a choice of 11 stunning locations across the UK.
    Set in a host of naturally-beautiful areas, from the wilderness of Loch Morlich in the Scottish Highlands to the glorious New Forest in Hampshire, Keycamp’s UK getaways are perfect for a Fido-friendly family break. You can choose a serene lakeside retreat, with forest trails ideal for walkers and cyclists, or enjoy a more action-packed water sports location.
    You’ll sleep in a comfortable six-berth tent with large living area and three separate sleeping compartments with beds, pillows and blankets provided. The self-catering accommodation also includes a four-burner hob, crockery, cutlery and lanterns, plus an outdoor table, chairs and barbecue. With great amenities on site, including good-quality toilet and shower facilities, there are plenty of comforts to ensure an unforgettable break.
    For more on Keycamp holidays visit www.keycamp.co.uk or tel. 0844 406 0200.

Terms & conditions: The prize is a seven-night UK Escapes holiday worth £380 for a maximum of two adults and four children under 17, plus one dog at one of Keycamp’s dog-friendly sites in the UK, subject to availability. Excludes Safari Tent accommodation. Keycamp brochure terms and conditions apply, and Keycamp reserves the right to exclude certain sites. Travel insurance, car, petrol, meals and spending money are not included. Extra nights/upgrades as per brochure prices.
The holiday must either be completed on or before 8 July 2011, or can be taken on or after 31 August 2011 and completed before 8 July 2012, subject to availability. Prize is non-transferable.

The competition closes 31 May 2011 after which one winner will be drawn at random. To enter click here and type ‘Keycamp giveaway/May 2011’ in the subject box.

This competition is now closed.

Do you want to improve your canine care and handling skills or even carve out a career for yourself in the dog world? Then start right here!
Dogs Monthly has teamed up with the Middlesex University-accredited Cambridge Institute of Dog Behaviour & Training (CIDBT) to give away eight distance-learning courses. All come with credit points that can be used towards a Higher Education Qualification. There are two places available on each of the following four courses:

Course 1
The Pet Dog’s Mind
Designed for dog owners, this will provide you with an insight into your dog’s mind, the psychology behind why your pet exhibits the behaviour he does and the inherent drives that makes him what he is. Your dog will be easier to manage and train if you know the secrets of his mind!
Content: History and evolution of the domestic dog and how dogs learn, see, hear, taste, detect scents and use touch.
Duration: six months.
Usual cost: £275.

Course 2
Understanding Canine Care & Behaviour
Ideal as a foundation module for someone interested in entering the dog training and behaviour world. You’ll be encouraged to observe and participate in training classes and study trainers and their methods.
Content: Dog psychology, dog training, canine behaviour observation skills, understanding human/canine relationships and why dogs do what they do.
Duration: six months.
Usual cost: £425.

Course 3
Pet Home Sitting & Dog Walking
Looking after people’s dogs can be most rewarding and is one of the UK’s fastest-growing occupations. This qualification demonstrates your ability to care for clients’ pets in a responsible way and covers dogs, cats and other small pets.
Content: Starting a pet-sitting business, insurance requirements and your legal responsibilities, plus dog handling, walking and expectations of the typical family and their pets.
Duration: six months.
Usual cost: £295.

Course 4
An Introduction to the Theory of Dog Training
Aimed at anyone who wants to know more about the history and theory behind dog training and why trainers – and dogs – do what they do. For this course, you’ll need at least three months’ experience of being around dogs.
Content: How dogs learn, the various ways to condition your dog, what the various technical terms and training buzzwords mean and when to use them.
Duration: six months.
Usual cost: £425.

For more information on all the courses visit www.cidbt.org.uk or tel. 01442 843187.

To enter click here. Write ‘CIDBT giveaway’ in the subject box and state whether you’d prefer to win course 1, 2, 3 or 4.
Entries close 28 April 2011.

Entries for this competition are now closed.

We have 20 pairs of tickets to DFS Crufts 2011 up for grabs – plus a VIP family package to the Best in Show final!

This year the world’s greatest dog show celebrates its 120th anniversary.
To celebrate, we have a VIP family package to the Best in Show final plus 20 pairs of tickets (for any day) to give away for this year’s DFS Crufts at the NEC Birmingham from 10-13 March 2011.

The VIP package is for two adults and two children and includes day tickets for all of the family on Sunday 13 March, including access to the main arena from 4pm onwards to watch the Best in Show.

Competition closes 1 March 2011, after which the winners will be drawn at random.
To enter, click here and write ‘Crufts Tickets’ in the subject box.

This competition is now closed.