Tails & Twine

25/08/2026

🐶 FOR THE LOVE OF DOGS & RESPONSIBLE OWNERSHIP 🐶

I’ve just signed this petition calling for the introduction of a dog owner licence and I really believe this one deserves some traction.

For me, licensing shouldn’t simply mean paying for a piece of paper. I believe owning a dog should come with a basic level of knowledge and responsibility — a bit like learning to drive before you’re given a licence.

That could mean:

🐶 A basic theory/knowledge test before owning a dog
🧠 Understanding canine behaviour, body language & stress signals
🐕 Knowing about responsible handling & socialisation
🚨 Understanding what to do if a dog becomes aggressive or dangerous
🌳 Responsibilities around livestock, wildlife, public spaces & other people’s dogs
💩 Understanding our legal responsibilities as dog owners
🏥 Basic knowledge of welfare & when veterinary care is needed
📍 Dog & owner registered together through the microchip system
🔄 A licence linked to the individual owner, rather than simply paying per dog
⚠️ Consequences where there is repeated irresponsible ownership

I’m sure there are lots of different opinions about how a system like this should work and that’s exactly why I think it deserves a proper conversation.

We already ask people to demonstrate knowledge and responsibility before they’re allowed to drive a car. Why shouldn’t there be some basic education and accountability before taking responsibility for another living animal?

This isn’t about punishing responsible dog owners. It’s about education, accountability and ultimately better welfare for dogs. 🐶❤️

If you agree that responsible dog ownership should be taken more seriously, please sign the petition and share it. The more people who see it, the more chance it has of being heard.

For the love of dogs. 🐾❤️

Petition: Review the Dangerous Dogs Act 1991 and introduce a dog ownership licence and dog tagging.

https://petition.parliament.uk/petitions/760387?utm_source=chatgpt.com

👉 Please sign & share 🙏🏻

I want the Government to review Dangerous Dogs Act to bring in stricter penalties for out of control dogs, and require by law that all dog owners hold a dog owner license and that all dogs are tagged.

05/06/2026

My little sidekick 🧡

03/06/2026

A few little creations that will be coming with me to the vintage fair at on 14th June 🌸

Which one would you take home? 👀

🐾 5% of every sale supports Dogs Trust.

02/06/2026

As my training period for my new job approaches, my emotions are mixed…

I’m both excited and apprehensive. My free spirit has missed travelling SO much, and I’ve struggled with being so tucked away.

But, this will be the first time I’ll have done it like this since making a home here in Devon 🏡

I’m curious and nervous to see how it feels leaving Missy, this garden, this view, and all the little routines I’ve grown to love 🐾

Adventure has always called me.

Home has too 💁🏻‍♀️

I’ll keep you posted 😄

‘No more rainy days, the sun will chase the clouds away. Out exploring, but always heading back to the good life at home’ ☀️

Big love to for snapping these fab shots 🧡

25/05/2026

Not gifted. But, beautiful. 🥂
cider sparkling Perry, North Devon…

North Devon really is where it’s at.

Soph x

22/05/2026

A little life update from me & Missy… ✈️🐾🧡

After a very unexpected opportunity landed in my lap earlier this year, I’m heading back to the skies as cabin crew… and honestly, it feels really right.

Tails & Twine isn’t going anywhere , if anything, this next chapter feels like it’s opening up even more creativity, adventure, stories and inspiration for what’s to come 🌿✨

There’ll still be flowers, cosy cabin moments, countryside magic, Missy adventures, creativity, travel, behind-the-scenes bits of life… and hopefully a lot more storytelling too.

I think for the first time in a long time, I’m allowing things to evolve naturally instead of trying to force everything into one box.

So… here’s to new chapters, fresh air, little doors leading to big adventures… and seeing where this all takes us ✨

Come along for the ride 🥂💫

Love from Sophy & Missy xx

22/05/2026

A little life update from me & Missy… ✈️🐾🧡

After a very unexpected opportunity landed in my lap earlier this year, I’m heading back to the skies as cabin crew… and honestly, it feels really right.

Tails & Twine isn’t going anywhere , if anything, this next chapter feels like it’s opening up even more creativity, adventure, stories and inspiration for what’s to come 🌿✨

There’ll still be flowers, cosy cabin moments, countryside magic, Missy adventures, creativity, travel, behind-the-scenes bits of life… and hopefully a lot more storytelling too.

I think for the first time in a long time, I’m allowing things to evolve naturally instead of trying to force everything into one box 🌸

So… here’s to new chapters, fresh air, little doors leading to big adventures… and seeing where this all takes us ✨

Come along for the ride 🥂💫

Love from Sophy & Missy xx

20/05/2026

World Bee Day 🐝

If you can take a minute to do one little thing to help the busy bees, simply fill a pot with stones and fill with water for them to drink 🥤

And before you say anything, the bees in our garden can read …🐝💫🪄✨

Love the bees and sow some seeds 🌱 😍

Have a lovely evening,

Sophy and Missy 🐾