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26 A Nation of Animal LoversBusiness 27One Of The Family...It’s official, owning a pet can keep you happyand healthy. In fact, the benefits of sharingyour home with an animal are enormous andresearch has proven that pet owners are muchhealthier than those who choose not to carefor an animal. According to the Pet HealthCouncil, studies have shown that those whoown a pet have lower levels of cholesteroland lower blood pressure (http://www.pethealthcouncil.co.uk/About-Us/People-and-Pets-Stress-Busting.html). However, pets arealso said to help combat stress, so there areplenty of reasons to introduce a four-leggedfriend into your family.Both dogs and cats make great companionsand are also ideal for those with youngfamilies. Dogs are great for keeping youactive, as walking them twice a day willguarantee you get your recommendedweekly exercise, whilst cats enjoy a bit of fussbut are generally more independent. With somany aspects to consider, it can be difficultto know where to look for the perfect pet.Raising a puppy or a kitten can take up alot of time and money, and can cause alot of heartache if they grow-up to havemajor health problems. Buying a dog froma reputable breeder can ensure your newpet comes from good stock, as registeredbreeders are dedicated to producing the finestlitters and select only the best and most suitableparents, ensuring the offspring is also the bestin terms of health and temperament. Anotherplus of buying from a reputable breeder is thatthey can offer help and assistance once you’vepurchased your new pooch.Giving your pet the correct care they need isessential to their well-being, can give themthe best start in life and also help reduce theneed for expensive veterinary care. Nutritionis important for your pet’s health, especiallyduring their early years when they are stilldeveloping, so choosing the right food canstop dogs and cats developing commonailments, but certain brands may also aid thetreatment of medical conditions, for examplediabetes and obesity. Whilst it may be temptingto give your pet treats from your own plate,overfeeding can quickly lead to a pet becomingoverweight, which in turn may lead to furtherhealth problems such as arthritis. Instead, onlyput out their own food and if you’re unsureabout how much you should be feeding youdog or cat, check the Pet Size-O-Meter atwww.pfma.org.uk for details on portion sizes.Access to clean drinking water is also vitalfor keeping a four-legged friend happy andhealthy.Business FocusMany companies across the country have suffered over the last 18months, thanks to the recession; but now that the country is officiallyback in the black, and we have a new coalition government inplace, the next 18 months look brighter.Whether your business is a global conglomerate, an internationalempire, a nationwide enterprise, a regional organisation or asingle-person operation, the factors that lead to success remain thesame. The most important factor in having a successful businessis reputation, which is gained through marketing campaigns,advertising and, most importantly, word-of-mouth and customerrecommendations. SO, if you want to be known as the best in yourfield, excellent customer service is a MUST!Now that a brand new financial year has begun, it’s time to get youraccounts and paperwork in order. If your business isn’t doing as wellas you’d hoped, now is the time to act. The sooner you tell yourcreditors you can’t meet their repayment demands the sooner a dealcan be reached that suits both parties; you don’t want your businessto become another recession casualty statistic. If your company debthas spun out of control, there are various expert companies whospecialise in helping businesses get their finances back on track.Every company experiences financial difficulties at one time oranother, but the worst thing you can do is ignore it. Reflect would like to makea few suggestions to help you and your business ride out the financial crunchstorm…1. Get Organised – make sure financial records are robust and up to date2. Monitor Employees – recognise the essential members of the team, to ensureyour workforce is running at optimum levels3. Price Properly – don’t overreact to market conditions by bumping up prices;understand whether demand is price-sensitive, so you don’t give profits away4. Delegate – if you’re in demand as the big boss, delegate unessential tasks toemployees further down the chain, or to an outside agency5. Act Now – don’t wait for things to get really bad before putting plans in placeYou only need to take a stroll around your town or city to see the aftermath of theworst economic crisis for more than two decades. As a consumer, Reflect wouldlike to encourage you to enlist the services of your local businesses in order to helpthem flourish and continue to survive. You may also find that choosing local is toyour benefit, as you are treated to a more personal service.Certificate of Recognition for Quality BreedingWe all know the joy a pet can bring us so whetheryou’re looking for man’s best friend or a cutecat to add to your family, Reflect would like torecommend the British shorthairs and Bengal fromEvacats and the Great Danes from Evadogs; alllovingly bred by experienced breeder, Jayne Evans,winner of our Certificate of Recognition forQuality Breeding.EvacatsJayne started her breeding career with BritishShorthair Tipped, which are so easy to fall in lovewith thanks to their laid back, cuddly nature. Jaynethen moved onto Bengals: “Shortly after breedingBritish Shorthairs, my friend introduced me to Bengals.They’re stunning and not like any other cat; they’re highlyintelligent and very inquisitive. However, they do requirelots of attention. They’re not the kind of cat that canbe left home alone all day – they need a playmate. Allmy babies are well socialised, and are born and rearedwithin my home to make them affectionate pets.”Jayne currently has a litter of Bengals, all of whichare vaccinated and registered, as well as a litter oflilac British Shorthairs for sale. Jayne added: “I havemated a young Bengal for the first time with babiesexpected in July and ready 13 weeks later. I give my catsa rest between litters.”As well as breeding British Shorthairs and Bengals,Jayne also shows her cats at the GCCF Showsacross the country.EvadogsJayne currently has four adult Great Danes livingwith her, as well as two litters of puppies everyyear. Jayne said: “Once you’d had a Great Dane, you’llnever want any other dog. I didn’t start breeding Danesuntil 10 years ago when I had two Harlequins – Quinnand Michka. Quinn had a successful run as a stud dogbut he retired four years ago and he’s now enjoying hisretirement. I’m hoping his grandson, Charlie, will becomemy new stud dog, who is almost 14 months old.”Jayne’s litter of puppies require her attention 24hours a day; at nine weeks old, they’ll be ready to berehomed. Jayne said: “I strictly vet the people that cometo me wanting a Great Dane puppy – they’re requiredto spend some time in my living room with two of thefour adults I have before they’re even allowed to see thepuppies. This is to ensure people can cope with the sizeand nature of an adult before they commit to a puppy.”On hearing the news of her Certificate ofRecognition, Jayne said: “Thank you Reflect. I’mthrilled to receive this award after so many years. I pridemyself on the quality of my animals.”Tel: 01952 619855E-mail: mejtiggr@blueyonder.co.ukWear your clancrest with pride!We are specialists in clan crest jewelleryand gifts. Our range includes cufflinks, tiepins, brooches, pendants and napkin ringsin hallmarked silver and a range of quaichs,tankards and goblets in pewter. 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