When you think of a Greyhound, you may well think of racing and six of these animals chasing a mechanical bunny, but it’s also worth remembering that dogs of this breed make exceptional pets. In this post, we’re going to learn a little more about the Greyhound. Origins At an archaeological dig in Syria some … Read more
Many people wonder if it’s safe and sensible to use one on their own dogs, and in this blog post, we’re going to talk you through the dos and don’ts of dog whistles. Let’s find out more. Did you hear that? We all know that dog’s have an amazing sense of smell but their hearing … Read more
Carolyn Menteith is a behaviourist at tails.com with over 25 years of experience working with and training dogs. Along with all the other titles we can throw at it, last year can certainly go down as the Year of the Junk Food. Lockdown boredom had us all comfort eating and the average person is (apparently) … Read more
In the past 2 years, almost half of the UK’s dogs have been threatened by another dog in a public space*, according to a recent survey we conducted. With 2.1 million people adding a dog to their family during lockdown**, public spaces are busier than ever and a third of people surveyed thought that the … Read more
There comes a time in most dog owners’ lives when they worry about their dog’s behaviour. Usually this is when they reach the teenage phase, and start to look at life as an inexperienced and hormonal adult! So if you’re wondering if you’ve got a “badly behaved dog” and how to fix it, keep reading. … Read more
With almost half of owners saying their dog has been threatened by another dog when out on a walk – and an equal number saying their dog has been barked at, growled at, or bitten by another dog*, there’s no doubt there’s a problem when it comes to canine social interactions. If you’re wondering how … Read more
We really don’t deserve the love that dogs are able to offer us. There’s nothing like coming home from a hard day at work, or watching your favourite sports team lose, and having this tail-wagging bundle of fun and energy laud our arrival like a returning hero. It’s absolutely worth all the dander and slobber … Read more
When many of us think of a Doberman, we think of a dog that looks fierce, but do these formidable pooches make good pets? In this post, we’re going to tell you all you need to know about this famous breed. Origins Relatively speaking (when you consider some dogs have been with us for thousands … Read more
Golden Retrievers are among the most popular pet dogs in the world and are instantly recognisable due to their luxurious golden coats. In this article, we’re going to tell you all about this beautiful breed of dog and what you can expect from one as a pet. Origins Up in the Scottish countryside, hunting wildfowl … Read more
When we think of really big dogs, a couple of breeds will likely make an appearance in our minds and one of those is almost certainly going to be the Great Dane. These leviathans of the dog world can make excellent pets (if you have the space for them) and in this post, we’re going … Read more