Author: Kayleigh
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FDM Academy Student opens The Dog Club, Hong Kong
In January, we welcome student Lyndsay onto the iPET Network Level 3 Dog Day Care and Boarding qualification! Lyndsay brought along her 2 beautiful dogs Rain and Little Blue, who got to enjoy FDM Retreat whilst she studied. Lyndsay had wonderful plans to open a Dog Day Care in Hong Kong, utilising the UK’s high…
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☀️ Keeping Dogs Safe During the Heatwaves at FDM Retreat ☀️
As temperatures rise across the UK, the health, safety, and wellbeing of every dog in our care remains our highest priority. Hot weather can pose serious risks to dogs, including heat stress, heat exhaustion, and potentially life-threatening heatstroke. According to the RSPCA, dogs are significantly more likely to develop heat-related illnesses while exercising in hot…
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A Transformative Dog Grooming Seminar with Julie Harris
Some training seminars stay with you long after they’ve passed—and our recent session with Julie Harris at the academy is definitely one of them. Designed for passionate and professional dog groomers, this in-depth training focused on skin and coat anatomy, offering valuable insights that continue to shape the way we approach grooming every day. Why…
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FDM Retreat and Academy win big at Animal Star Awards 2026!
We are beyond thrilled to share some incredible news—FDM Retreat & Academy has officially been recognised at the Animal Star Awards 2026, taking home not one, but two prestigious titles: This is a huge milestone for our journey, and we couldn’t be prouder of how far we’ve come. A Special Trip to Maidstone Back in…
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Celebrating Sarah’s Completion: iPET Network Level 3 Award in Introduction to Dog Grooming
We are incredibly proud to celebrate Sarah’s completion of her iPET Network Level 3 Award in Introduction to Dog Grooming — a fantastic milestone that supports her goal of safely and confidently grooming her own dogs and those belonging to her family. The iPET Network Level 3 Award in Introduction to Dog Grooming is an…
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A Cut Above the Rest: Inside Our Grooming Seminar with Mandy Carr from Scissor Boutique
A Day Dedicated to Precision Grooming Tools and Technique What an incredible day we had at our A Cut Above the Rest seminar, featuring the amazing Mandy Carr from Scissor Boutique. Mandy is a well-known and highly respected name within the professional dog grooming industry. She is renowned for her specialist knowledge in matching groomers…
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Luxury Dog Day Care Retreat in St Ives, Cambridgeshire
Now Open! | Small to Medium Breeds Only We are delighted to announce the upcoming opening of our luxury dog day care retreat in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, officially opening on 12th January. Designed exclusively for small to medium breed dogs, our retreat offers a calm, structured, and highly personalised alternative to traditional dog day care.…
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Why Ofqual-Regulated Qualifications Are Worth the Investment
Our qualifications are more than just a course—they are Ofqual-regulated qualifications that provide nationally recognised proof of both knowledge and practical skills. Unlike short, unaccredited courses, our qualifications follow a level-based award system, giving learners measurable achievement and professional credibility. Practical Assessments and Online Coursework Learners complete a combination of practical assessments and online coursework,…
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What Makes FDM Retreat a Unique Dog Day Care in St Ives, Cambridgeshire
FDM Retreat is not a traditional dog day care. We are a luxury, council-approved dog day care in St Ives, Cambridgeshire, specialising in calm, enrichment-led care for small to medium breeds. Our retreat has been intentionally designed to prioritise emotional wellbeing alongside physical exercise, offering a peaceful alternative to high-volume dog day care settings. Our…
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FDM Retreat Awarded 4-Star Council Rating for Dog Day Care in Cambridgeshire
FDM Retreat is proud to announce that we have been officially approved by the local council and awarded a 4-star rating for dog day care — the highest rating available at this stage of licensing. This achievement confirms that our luxury dog retreat in Cambridgeshire meets all required standards and all optional higher standards, demonstrating…