NATIONAL TRUST&FORTHGLADE ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO PROMOTE HAPPIER HEALTHIER DOGS

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NATIONAL TRUST & FORTHGLADE ANNOUNCE PARTNERSHIP TO PROMOTE HAPPIER HEALTHIER DOGS

The National Trust, Europe’s largest conservation charity is teaming up with Devon-based natural pet food makers F orthglade. The three-year partnership focuses on the launch of a range of natural meals for dogs and supports the National Trust’s ‘Dogs Welcome’ project. The ‘Dogs Welcome’ project will help canine companions and their owners enjoy the special places cared for by the National Trust, across England, Wales and Northern Ireland.

The three-year partnership is rooted in the values of enjoying open spaces and the wellbeing benefits of nurturing the relationships we hold dear - both human and with our four-legged friends, which both organisations passionately share.

A range of all-natural, nutritionally balanced Gourmet dinners launches this month with a selection of grain-free complete wet meals, all with high-quality ingredients, a 75% meat content and free from any nasties. Sales of the dog food range will contribute at least £50,000 per annum to support the Trust’s conservation work.

The special range includes recipes such as duck & venison with green beans and apricots or turkey & goose with pumpkin and cranberries. A natural cold-pressed dry dog food range will be launched later in the year, as well as a selection of hand-baked grain-free natural dog treats. The range will be available to buy directly from many National Trust shops over the next few months, nationaltrust.org.uk/shop, forthglade.com, Waitrose and independent pet retailers.

Over the next three years the project will put developments in place so that dog owners can enjoy a great day out with their four-legged friends, whilst helping to protect the special places that the National Trust care for. And for those that aren’t doggy fans, it will ensure there are consistent expectations of dog owners and highlight the dog-free places available to enjoy.