Dr. Sean McCormack 
As a pet owner, you may have noticed your dog drinking more water than usual and wondered if it’s something to be concerned about. While dogs, like humans, need water to stay hydrated and healthy, excessive drinking can sometimes indicate an underlying issue. In this blog post, we’ll explore why your dog might be drinking … Read more
Most dog owners have watched their pup indulging in a spot of paw licking from time to time. For others, paw licking is a more persistent pattern, and can even become a serious health problem. But why do dogs do this? Is it normal, or could it be a cause for concern? In this blog … Read more
If you’ve ever noticed reddish brown streaks or stains under your dog’s eyes, you might be worrying about tear stains. Well don’t worry, because in this blog post, we’ll share everything you need to know about dog tear stains – what they are, what causes them, and most importantly, how you can help your pup … Read more
As a vet I often get worried pet owners asking about their dog in heat, also known as being in season, usually when it first happens in a young female dog. Whether you’re a first-time dog owner or a seasoned pro, dealing with your dog’s first season can be an interesting and sometimes overwhelming experience! … Read more
Dr Sean McCormack is Head Vet at tails.com, having previously worked in clinical practice primarily treating dogs and cats. Alongside bringing his breadth of canine knowledge to our product range, he shares insights on your vet-related questions – this time, it’s phantom pregnancy in dogs. It’s always a worrying time when our dogs don’t quite … Read more
Picture this – you’re sprawled out on the sofa and spot your dog having a good itch. A few minutes later they do it again, and again, and again… And you start to wonder do they have fleas? When was their last treatment? And what do you do if they do have them? Fear not! … Read more
In recent years, some vets in America have suggested there could be a link between dogs developing heart disease, and grain-free diets. The FDA (Food & Drug Association) first highlighted this potential link back in 2018, with further studies ongoing. If you’re worried about your dog’s health – or just want to find out more … Read more
Have we made a breakthrough on breathing problems in dogs? A recent scientific paper* from The University of Edinburgh is being reported to have found the genetic basis for breathing problems in dogs. And it’s attracted lots of media attention as well as lively discussion from dog owners across the world. On first glance, it … Read more
At tails.com we’re proud to say that we have a number of veterinary professionals working for us to make sure we’re doing the best we can for dog health and nutrition. Our Head Vet, Sean McCormack, gained his Veterinary Medicine degree (MVB) at University College Dublin after studying a BSc (Hons) in Animal Science and … Read more
It’s Mental Health Awareness Week. And there’s never been more discussion about the stresses of veterinary work, and veterinary mental health within the profession. With many departing the profession entirely, diversifying into other areas or worst of all suffering chronic anxiety, depression and at times resorting to suicide, it’s crucial we try to tackle stress … Read more