Health & Nutrition

How do I know if my dog has diabetes?

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Whilst diabetes is not as common in dogs as it is in humans, it’s estimated that around 1 in 200 dogs will develop diabetes as they get older. Diabetes does need to be confirmed by a vet, who will do definitive blood and urine tests to diagnose it but in most cases there are some … Read more

Myth Buster: Give the dog a bone?

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At tails.com we often get asked whether it is safe or beneficial to feed bones to dogs. These are two separate questions. The simple answer to whether feeding bones is safe is no, as there can be many complications and dangers when feeding both raw and cooked bones:       Raw bones can spoil and carry harmful … Read more

Coping with arthritis

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Finding out your best friend has arthritis and is getting older and slower can be upsetting, but our friends at Bach Canine Rehab have kindly written some suggestions to help support your dog, and ensure they are kept as happy and comfortable as possible. Speak to your vet regarding suitable pain relief and any supplements … Read more

Should my dog eat vegetables?

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Vegetables are good for dogs as well as for humans. They provide a source of vitamins, minerals and protective antioxidants that can help to keep your dog healthy. At tails.com we include high quality vegetables in our blends – in particular peas, sweet potato and potatoes – but seasonal vegetables can also be a great … Read more

Lungworm in Dogs

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Here at tails.com, we’re excited for the warmer weather and getting outdoors more with our furry friends. But the warmer weather also brings risks to our dog’s health. Read on to find out more about the threat of lungworm in dogs.   What is Lungworm? Lungworm is a parasite of dogs and foxes with the … Read more

Does my dog have Lyme disease?

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What is Lyme disease? With Spring here, warmer weather and longer days mean we can look forward to spending more time outside with our dogs. It also signals the start of tick season. Ticks are small spider-like parasites that live in long grass and undergrowth, waiting for animals to pass and cling onto before feeding … Read more

E numbers and dog food: a mythbuster

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There’s a common misconception that all E numbers are bad. How many times have you heard ‘full of E numbers’ used as a negative phrase? But take a closer look at these ‘food additives’ and the picture becomes quite different. It’s right to practice caution, of course, but it’s also important to understand what E … Read more

Large dog nutritional requirements

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Large and giant breeds have different nutritional needs to smaller dogs throughout their lives, beginning as puppies where they have a much slower growth rate than small breeds. Feeding the wrong diet to these larger dogs during growth can cause skeletal disorders either through feeding too much (with the excessive calories affect their growth) or … Read more