With all the socialising we do at Christmas (even if it is somewhat limited some years when there’s a pandemic ongoing), we like to look at our festive best. And among the many items of clothing that we choose to help us achieve this, the Christmas jumper is a must have in any wardrobe. What’s … Read more
Carolyn Menteith is a behaviourist with over 20 years of experience working with and training dogs. There is no doubt that after the year that we have all had, and the new challenges that seem set to lie ahead, the thought of the holiday season is even more exciting than usual. Despite all the talk … Read more
If you ever give a pet a gift that’s been wrapped up, you’ll know that, often, the wrapping paper itself can be more popular than what was inside it. But as your dog enjoys ripping it up and biting at it, should you be concerned? Is there anything dangerous about wrapping paper when it comes … Read more
It might seem a bit early to be talking about fireworks – but it’s never too early to start getting your dog used to fireworks. Resident tails.com behaviourist, Carolyn Menteith is here to give you some top tips on desensitising your dog. Well, it’s that time of year again… Time to get ready for firework … Read more
Spring is officially here. So here’s to more daylight and even more adventures with your dog. Whether you’re out in the fields or bouncing around the garden, there are a few spring dangers to look out for to help keep your dog safe. Here’s our top tips… Look out for livestock Spring dog walks might … Read more
When it comes to treats, it feels good giving our dogs something delicious to munch on, especially if we’ve made a big fuss about dinner ourselves. To help you stay off the naughty list this Christmas though, here’s our round-up of the best dog treats in town. Happy treating! While we love them, in the … Read more
Dashing through the snow, Frosty the Snowman…the Holly and the Ivy, Buddy the Elf? Is it starting to sound a bit Christmassy out there? Yes, yes it is. ‘Tis the season to be jolly, so as we’re all putting our dog-friendly Christmas trees up, wearing our very festive Christmas jumpers it got us wondering….how many … Read more
What you’ll need to make: Sturdy (dry) branch or bit of Christmas foliage 25 different sized brown envelopes Strong string Nail to hang it on the wall 25 different sized gift tags Pen or number stamp Christmas lights (optional) What you’ll need to fill the calendar: 25 different treats or gifts. They don’t need to … Read more
When it comes to creating a dog-friendly Christmas, let’s talk about the big one: the tree. We love them, they smell great, they look inviting strung with twinkling lights and garlands – and even better with a pile of presents underneath. Most dogs will really, really, really love a tree in the house. From their … Read more
We think so – and you know so. Christmas is going to be a little different this year, but we’re putting on the sparkle (fetching the terrible Christmas jumpers down from the loft) and getting our festive on. Why? Because after a year like no other (and yes, we’ve all heard that enough too) we … Read more