THE DOG BLOG

Dog Tips, Beach Days & Life With Dogs

Practical guides, product advice and stories from Dolphin & Dog — covering drying, grooming, beach days, gifts, treats and everyday dog life.

I’m Scott, the artist and designer behind Dolphin & Dog in Port Macquarie, NSW. This is where I share what I’ve learned from designing products for dogs, testing ideas and spending plenty of time around wet, sandy dogs.

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Bath time is usually the easy part. It’s what happens afterwards that gets messy. A freshly washed dog can carry a s...

Wet Sandy Dog? Sand sticks to your dog most when their coat is soaking wet. The best method is to remove as much mois...

Natural Fish Dog Treats from Port Lincoln, South Australia When I decided to add dog treats to Dolphin & Dog, I w...

Drying a dog is rarely as simple as grabbing one old towel from the cupboard. One towel gets soaked, another ends up ...

Dog Robe Buying Guide: What Should You Look For? A good dog robe should make life easier when your dog is wet. It ...

Chamois Cloth & Shammy Towels for Dogs, Cars & More Our chamois cloths and shammy towels are made for wet, me...

Don’t Waste Money on Cheap Dog Towels Every dog owner knows the routine. You come back from a rainy walk, a massive b...

Why a Proper Dog Bath Towel Makes All the Difference Bathing your dog is one thing. Drying them properly afterwards i...

Bringing the beach home with you? Beach days with your dog are brilliant… until you open the car door and realise you...

Anxious Dog? Many dogs experience anxiety during thunderstorms, fireworks, travel or when left alone — but there are ...

Discover the Best Dog-Friendly Beaches and Cafes in Port Macquarie The view south from Lighthouse Beach, looking tow...

The New Dolphin & Dog Dachshund Range I’ve met enough sausage dogs to know one thing — they don’t fit into anythi...

The Ultimate Guide to the Best Dog Towels: Absorbent, Microfibre, and Quick-Dry Options Drying your dog after a bath,...

Finding the right gift for a dog lover can be surprisingly hard. You want something useful, personal and a little...

How I Designed the Dolphin & Dog Drying Robe Hi, I’m Scott, the designer behind Dolphin & Dog. The idea for ...

Dolphin & Dog’s First Store Display: with Inside Out at Lighthouse! Big news! My brand, Dolphin & Dog, just m...

Microfibre vs Cotton: What Actually Happens on a Wet Dog Hi, I’m Scott — owner and designer at Dolphin & Dog. I ...

Focus Magazine interview Part 2 What are you working on at the moment? Since moving to Port Macquarie, I have been on...

Focus Magazine interview Part 1 Fortunately, I was approached by the local magazine FOCUS in Port Macquarie to answer...

Circular Recycling "Closing the loop" is of the upmost importance to Dolphin & Dog. this term of recycling refe...

In Australia, the impact of microplastics on marine life is particularly concerning due to the country's unique marin...

Plastic Pollution problem in Australia All this in 5 meters of beach and much more!.Its going to take decades to re...

Summer means relaxation, holidays, and total fun in the sun. However, while enjoying the high temperatures this may a...

Finding the best food for your dog We all love our dogs and want to give them the best that life has to offer. But wi...

Checking your dog for Ticks & Fleas Ticks are nasty little arachnids (they’re eight-legged creatures like spide...

Clipping your dogs nails If the thought of clipping your dog’s nails is frightening to you, you aren’t alone. Most pe...

To avoid costly vet bills, regularly check and clean your dog's teeth.

Cleaning their ears Ear cleaning is an important aspect of caring for your dog. Ear mites can be a common problem for...

Dog Grooming For Different Breeds The frequency with which you should groom your dog is dependent on the breed and co...

Stop the "wet dog" smell and save your furniture. Learn the simple 3-step method to dry your dog properly using tools...

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How to brush your dogs teeth

To avoid costly vet bills, regularly check and clean your dog's teeth.

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Designed in Port Macquarie

I’m Scott, the artist and designer behind Dolphin & Dog in Port Macquarie, NSW.

I started the brand with a simple idea: create better-designed products for dogs and the people who share their lives with them.

The Dog Blog is where I share more of that process, along with practical advice and things I’ve learned along the way.

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Designed With the Ocean in Mind

Living and designing by the coast has always influenced Dolphin & Dog. From plastic-free packaging and my Close the Loop recycling program to the microplastic-catching laundry bag, I’m always looking for practical ways to reduce waste and make better choices where I can.

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