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How to move house with a dog
Posted onSo the time has finally come for you and your furry friend to move into a new house, and begin your next big adventure. Not only is this a fresh start, but you can reap all the benefits of your new place, like more garden space, especially if you’re upgrading to a larger home. But before you move into your new abode, it’s important to make sure your pup gets settled in too. Here are a few tips and tricks you can do when moving , so that your dog is comfortable in their new environment. Dog appeasing pheromones Pheromones are chemical signals that dogs release and can function as an ‘invisible communication’. For example, a dog appeasing pheromone is a special type of pheromone that’s secreted by female dogs after they’ve had puppies. This scent is to help their puppies feel safe, secure, and comfortable. When you’re moving into […]
Read more >Expert tips for clearing out sentimental clutter
Posted onIn the process of moving homes, living with new people and the general chaos of life, we often lose track of belongings and become swamped in clutter. Seventy per cent of Brits have admitted to keeping hold of belongings they no longer need. Some of the top items Brits hold onto include family photos, books and clothes. Explaining why we keep items, resilience coach and author, Natalie Reed, comments: “The attachment can be as a result of habit- doing what you’ve always done and not questioning whether or not this serves you financially, emotionally or energetically. “You may even be unaware that you are doing it in the same way that you become used to a dog smell around the house or become familiar with your untidiness.” However, the clear-out is usually more challenging than anticipated, especially when those belongings have sentimental values behind them. To help organise your clutter, […]
Read more >The essential moving house checklist
Posted onIt may seem like there’s a never-ending list of things to do when you’re moving house, but breaking everything down into manageable chunks and spreading each task over a few weeks can make a world of difference. Timing, and doing things in the right order, helps lots too. Discovering a load of junk in the loft the day before you move is a sure-fire way to put you off schedule! That’s why our expert storage team have devised the essential moving house checklist, guiding you on what you need to do, and when to do it, to ensure your move is as organised and as stress-free as possible. If you do suddenly find lots of clutter and can’t make sense of it before moving into your new home, you don’t need to worry. Our bespoke moving house storage plans are CCTV-secure, providing the safe space you need until you’re ready […]
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