Recipe: Bear’s Peanut Butter Cookies

At the tails.com head office, we celebrate everyone’s birthdays. Also, the birthday of our most beloved office dogs. So, when Bear turned two last week, he and his mum treated all the office dogs to some homemade bear cookies. Yum! Everyone found the peanut butter cookies so delicious that we decided to share the recipe … Read more

What type of dog is right for me?

Dog breeds

Choosing the right breed of dog for you is the key to living a happy life together. But how do you know which is the right one to choose? There a lots of factors to consider before bringing a dog into your home and your life. Fortunately, we know a thing or two about dogs … Read more

Plants and dogs – the good, the bad, and the poisonous

Sometimes as a dog owner it feels like you can’t turn your back for a minute without them eating something they shouldn’t. Plants can often be an easy target, but did you know many garden and houseplant varieties are harmful to dogs? Some, like the Lace fern (Asparagus densiflorus cv sprengeri) are actually quite poisonous.  … Read more

Does my dog have diabetes?

diabetes in dogs

The symptoms of diabetes can be worrying, but knowledge is power. If your dog does get diagnosed with the condition, you can make changes to their routine to keep them healthy – especially if you catch the illness early. Here’s Head Vet Sean with everything you need to know if you suspect your dog is … Read more

Why vaccinate your dog?

Dog vaccinations are really important to protect your pup against various diseases, some of which can be fatal. Others cause serious illness and require expensive treatment. Vaccinations have all but eliminated certain dog diseases like distemper. They also provide ‘herd immunity’ against those that remain a threat. This means having a vaccinated dog population prevents … Read more

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Crate training your puppy

Bear - separation anxiety

Crate training your dog or puppy is a really useful and helpful way to manage your dog’s behaviour. The crate is very much your dog’s space – their den, their bedroom, a place where they feel safe and find refuge. When crate training a puppy, the most important thing to remember is make it a … Read more

Puppy Toilet Training

dog training to sit

If you’re wondering how to succeed when house training a puppy, we’re here to help. Having gone through our fair share of it in the tails.com office, here are our top tips for potty training a puppy. When does toilet training begin? Hopefully your breeder will have already made a start on puppy toilet training. … Read more

Can dogs eat nuts?

can dogs eat nuts?

We see nuts as an energy-rich treat – full of proteins, minerals, antioxidants and healthy fats. But can dogs eat Brazil nuts? What about peanuts or walnuts or pecan nuts? On the whole, the answer is no. And as festive snacks often include nuts, it’s good to be especially vigilant at this time of year. … Read more

How to stop your dog pulling on the lead

laisse chien

When your dog constantly pulls on the lead it can turn a leisurely walk into a battle of wills. If you feel like your walks are suffering, we’ve got some good news – these training tips are right by your side. Armed with these and a little love and patience you can show your dog … Read more

Your first tails.com box – what you need to know

Dog weight management

Thanks for joining tails.com, it’s great to have you with us. We want to ensure you get the most from your first trial of unique nutrition, so we’ve put together this video which explains all you need to know about your dogs menu card and portion scoop. Watch the video to find out more. Nicky … Read more