Puppies are cute, but those little teeth can be really sharp. Not ideal when they’re chewing your slippers or new bag. We thought we’d take a look at the reasons behind it, so you know what to do if your puppy is chewing something they shouldn’t be. Why is my puppy chewing? Puppies chew things. … Read more
Welcome home puppy! Your new life as a dog parent begins, and it’s full of soft puppy cuddles and mutual affection – right? The reality is often your cute, cuddly ball of fluff has teeth like needles, and seems intent on using them on you. So, how can you teach a puppy not to bite? … Read more
Recently I was asked if dogs can smile. A great question – and yes of course they can – but unlike us, dogs don’t smile with their mouths and teeth but with their tail. Actually, to be more accurate, a dog smiles with their whole body but the tail is the closest thing to a … Read more
Advice from Dog Behaviourist, Carolyn Menteith Nose – and yes’s! For owners who really want to take their relationship with their dog to the next level, one of the best ways to do this is to focus on possibly the most underappreciated of our dog’s senses… their incredible nose. It is probably because we don’t … Read more
At tails.com, we love big dogs (we actually love all dogs, but this one is for the big breeds). These faithful companions are full of things that make them totally unique – and their food is key to making sure they grow up happy and healthy. So when your large breed puppy is growing, what … Read more
Your brand-new bundle of fur and joy is home – now what? Being a new puppy owner is certainly busy and full of ups and downs. Whether you’re a first timer or an old hand, this puppy raising business means you’ll have your hands full for a while. From socialisation to puppy food, getting them … Read more
We hear a lot about omega-3 and how it helps support joints and cartilage in senior dogs, but let’s investigate what role this essential fatty acid plays for teeny tiny ones: puppies. If you’re not sure what omega-3 is, there’s a quick explainer on this blog here. Is omega-3 important for puppies? When we talk … Read more
It’s the most important command you’ll teach your puppy, so it’s really important to get it right. Strong recall will keep your dog safe when you’re out and about – whether you’re calling them away from another dog, avoiding danger, or telling them it’s the end of playtime. Diane from Superhounds recommends practising recall at … Read more
Your puppy has learnt their new name – and now it’s time to teach them something called nose to hand touch. This command is brilliant for growing puppy brains and the first step to perfecting your puppy’s recall. What it does is give them a consistent place to connect with you when you call them … Read more
Naming your gorgeous new puppy is one of the first things you do as a new dog owner – and now, with this video – it’s time to teach your puppy their name! Meet Diane, a dog trainer and behaviourist who runs Superhounds in South London. She joined us to film this – the very … Read more