Making sure your dog maintains a healthy weight is an important part of responsible dog ownership, but just weighing your dog on the scales doesn’t always give a true reflection of your dog’s health. Find out how to Body Condition Score your dog.
Leading such an active life can often take its toll on a dog’s joints, which can lead to arthritis, so it’s important to know how you can help.
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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
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
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
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
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
How digestible a food is, is an indication of how well it will be digested and absorbed by your dog. Digestibility takes into account how good the quality of the food is and how likely it is to suit your dog. High quality ingredients that are correctly processed will result in highly digestible foods that … Read more
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