Making sure your dog has a diet full of nutritious, tasty goodness is something we all want to do, but there are lots of options out there and a common question we hear is “Does my dog need wet food”? Is kibble enough, or should you be also be feeding your pet something in gravy … Read more
The ideal food for your dog is a varied, balanced diet – from proteins packed with energy, to vitamins that support eyes, coat, and so much more. One of the most important signs for a healthy dog is a healthy poo – and fibre is key. So how do you know how much fibre your … Read more
A kiss before work, a cuddle before bed – dogs being affectionate is the best. But those face licks are less cute when there’s smelly dog breath involved. There’s a whole host of reasons your dog might have bad breath, but most are an easy fix and – especially when it comes to cleaner teeth … Read more
Loveleen is in the Food Team at tails.com and she’s our guest blogger this week to dish up everything you need to know on meat meal, why we use it in your dog’s kibble recipe, its nutritional goodness, and much, much more! Protein power “Meat meals (also called dehydrated meat) are often used in kibble … Read more
Your dog’s one-in-a-million recipe is with them for life. That’s what. From puppies just weeks into the big wide world to sofa-loving seniors who’ve spent years running through leaves and chasing their tails, having a unique recipe made just for your dog means it cleverly adjusts with them as they age. A tweak here, a … Read more
Now you’ve got proof it’s a food problem, how do you treat your dog’s tummy or skin troubles to get them back to peak condition? (And happiness, it’s miserable having an upset stomach or an itch that can’t be scratched). The good news is, once you know what’s causing your dog’s reaction, you can remove … Read more
It’s the dinner time standoff – we’ve all been there. Your dog staring at you as if to say, “what the hell is this?”. And as the minutes go by, your patience wears thin. Why won’t they eat?! Whether your dog is a notoriously picky eater, or whether they’re just a bit bored – we’ve … Read more
When it comes to us humans we love a list of superfoods. We pop chia seeds in breakfast smoothies, crunch on cruciferous veg as part of our 5-a-day – and tell ourselves that a piece or two of dark chocolate is, in fact, a healthy necessity. But what’s a superfood for our dogs? Are they … Read more
Vegetarian, vegan, pescetarian, flexitarian. More of us are turning the humble 5-a-day into a way of life, so the question lots of you have been asking is – can I feed my dog a vegetarian or vegan diet? We’ve looked through the studies – and chatted to our head vet Sean – to get the … Read more
Salt, or sodium chloride, is a core ingredient in nutrition: essentially it keeps cells working properly (electrolyte balance). It’s a natural preservative and has been for thousands of years – thanks to being very good at drying food out and preventing spoilage. Salt is also super tasty, as any one who loves crisps knows, and … Read more