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In a world where high-energy canines and agility reign supreme, Mariann and her four-legged friends have been on a roll this summer, leaving a trail of achievements and wagging tails that have made headlines across the pet-loving community.

Sponsored by Vet’s Kitchen since 2016, Mariann’s dedication to her dogs, Coral, Betty and Star, has led to a string of remarkable accomplishments, and this summer was no exception.

Here is a round-up of all the incredible achievements they have made.

Vinnie and Bella were runners up in the Woof and Well Awards after helping their owner through some really tough times and gave him a reason to get up in the morning.

A Yorkshire Terrier/Bichon Frise cross and his owner are beaming after becoming one of the winners of our national award celebrating the powerful bond between dogs and their humans.

A local Labradoodle therapy dog and his owner have won a national award celebrating the powerful bond between dogs and their humans.

A local black Labrador and his owner are prize winners after entering a national award celebrating the powerful bond between dogs and their humans.

A local Miniature Schnauzer and his owner are prize winners after entering a national award celebrating the powerful bond between dogs and their humans.

Vet’s Kitchen is the only pet food company in the UK to have a busy first opinion veterinary practice in the same premises. This means we have daily access to the expert opinions of our vets and vet nurses on the types of nutritional concerns owners have and conditions that have been caused by inappropriate diet. In addition, during development of our new recipes and products, we have their veterinary guidance on the best and most suitable ingredients and nutrients to use. Our food really is made with Vet Know-how®.

Congratulations to Mariann Bayliss who won YKC (Young kennel club) Graduate agility for 12-17 year olds at Crufts with her dog Coral.

She also went on to win the YKC Agility Dog of the Year title at Crufts with her four year old border collie, Daniel.

Mariann said: “We were going second to last knowing everyone had a foul and that we would likely win with a clear. The pressure was enormous. It is all I have ever dreamed of.”

Congratulations Mariann, we’re proud of your achievements and cannot wait to see what the next 12 months bring.

In 2021 we launched our first Woof & Well Award. We were looking for tales of everyday heroism from owners who wanted to thank their dog for helping them feel better over the past eighteen months. We have received some amazing entries, and choosing a winner was extremely difficult. However, Sarah & Roxy’s touching story won our hearts.

Congratulations Sarah & Roxy!

At the end of 2021 and in addition to getting new puppy Star, Mariann won Agility for Juniors Masters 2021 at the UKA Grand Finals. She has now been selected to represent England with her dogs Coral and Betty at the 2022 World Agility Open in the Netherlands. On top of this success, Coral now has 3 wins towards her goal of Grade 7, just two more to go! (Agility grades go from 1-7, with beginners starting at grade 1).

Bath Cats and Dog’s Home is a charity close to our hearts. They are committed to the welfare of companion animals. They rescue, rehabilitate and rehome pets who are unwanted and far too often neglected or mistreated. They aim to promote responsible pet ownership through education. We tried to do our little bit to help care from the inside out and donated hundreds of meals to the vulnerable cats and dog they care for. “I just, first of all, wanted to say the most enormous thank you on behalf of the whole team here for the incredible delivery of food that we got from you today! We couldn’t believe how much there was – it will keep a lot of tummies fed for quite a while!”