Your favourite pair of shoes, the skirting board, even clothes. Discovering your dog has chewed and destroyed something that’s not meant for them can be a nightmare for us. But, if you’re wondering why your dog destroys things, the answer is simple: because they’re a dog! Do all dogs chew and destroy things? That might … Read more
During autumn the shorter days mean there’s less daylight for those all-important walkies. While your dog still needs their daily exercise, that afternoon stroll can feel less appealing when the sun’s not shining. So we’re here to help! Read our top tips for walking your dog in the dark – so you can enjoy your … Read more
We love snappy titles. For whatever reason, we often prefer quick and easy summaries to more complex explanations. But when it comes to behaviour problems with dogs, trying to keep it simple can often actually be really unhelpful. A key example of this is ‘separation anxiety’ – but what actually is it? And how do … Read more
The days are getting shorter, the weather cooler, wetter and windier – and with that comes more time in the dark for your dog. You might notice they’re barking more or seem a little nervous. This might lead you to wonder – is my dog afraid of the dark? The short answer to this is … Read more
British weather. People joke we’re obsessed with it, but when it affects our dog’s behaviour, why shouldn’t we be? Autumn and winter are usually the stormiest UK seasons. Strong winds, rain and snow can all appear – not pleasant to walk in, but also a bit unsettling. And with the warmer weather of spring and … Read more
Our dogs’ quirky behaviour can provide endless amusement. And, in our opinion, there’s nothing quite as funny as dog sleeping positions! The tails.com office dogs are often found in strange positions while they catch forty winks… But here’s the thing: all those curious sleeping positions have different meanings. In this post, we’ll tell you all … Read more
When it comes to training your dog, it’s easy to think they’re the same – just some are bigger, smaller, hairier or more colourful than others. In fact, the domestic dog (Canis familiaris) comes in more variations of type than any other mammal on the planet. So if you think about it, it seems impossible … 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
Recall is the most important training command you can teach your dog. If you’re here, you probably already know that and might be having some challenges with an adolescent pup. Don’t worry, if your dog’s going through the teenage phase and seems to have lost their recall, I’m here to help. Last month I wrote … Read more
We’ve all heard the old adage – “a tired dog is a happy dog” – and lately, I’ve heard it a lot. Like most of these sayings, there’s more than a grain of truth in it. But too much exercise can also be harmful. So, how long should you walk your dog for? A lot … Read more