LandLove Magazine April 2018 Back Issue

April marks one of my favourite months and not just because it’s Easter and there is an excuse to fill your boots with chocolate, but because it’s National Pet Month! I am a great lover of all things furry, feathery and just plain adorable and that’s why this month we’ve been speaking to the charity, National Pet Month, and its trustees to gain insight into what the celebrations are all about. It’s not all walkies and cuddles with your favourite four-legged friend, as the aim is to raise awareness for animal wellbeing and to promote responsible ownership. On p.80 we speak to the Pet Food Manufacturer’s Association (PFMA) and National Office of Animal Health (NOAH) who play a big part in National Pet Month to find out how you can get involved in this years event and why it’s so necessary. Spring is an important time for Britain’s wild animals too, and you’ll start to see a whole host of seabirds, such as this month’s cover star, the glorious yet pint-sized puffin, coming ashore for breeding season. Their striking orange beaks and shiny black feathers are a sight to see, and if you turn to p.112 you can discover some of Scotland’s best puffin spotting locations. You can also find out where to see dolphins and reindeer, and discover some of the country’s lesser-known heritage hotspots. Don’t worry, we haven’t forgotten about Easter, there’s plenty to inspire you as well! Flick to p.42 where we lay on a seasonal spread with colourful centerpieces using eggs. Egg is also our go-to ingredient for the recipes on p.50.