7 dog friendly UK festivals 2019

STANDON-CALLING

There are so many festivals on the calendar for 2019 offering music, culture, food and drink and more – but what about dogs? The good news is, there are plenty of festivals that are suitable for your four-legged friend. Take a look at our list and see which dog-friendly UK festivals will make into your … Read more

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

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

Can dogs eat cheese?

can dogs eat cheese

From the dogs we know, cheese is definitely in the ‘delicious’ category – but can dogs eat cheese? You probably suspect the answer already: dog’s can have cheese, but it’s high in lactose, fat and salt, so it isn’t great for their digestion. But then cheese isn’t great for humans either: it’s all about knowing … Read more

Why does my dog hate the postman?

With less than a month to go until Christmas, many deliveries from online stores will be making their way to your house, ready to be wrapped up and stashed under the tree. More deliveries mean more visits from the postman, and Royal Mail state that 7 post men and women are attacked by dogs every … Read more

10 things to watch out for this winter

Autumn’s done and dusted for another year and the festive season is right around the corner. Whilst it is the most wonderful time of the year, there are a few things to be aware of to ensure your dog’s safe and sound and having a good time too. The last thing you want is an … Read more

Visiting The Vet

January can be a busy month at the vets as aside from the usual reasons to take your dog, such as vaccinations, weight loss clinics and puppy socialising classes, January can also be a great time to take your dog for a health check for anything that became noticeable over Christmas. For a lot of … Read more

Are my dog’s weight changes normal?

Managing your dog's weight

We’ve all been there. The New Year slump as we try to lose the extra kilos we gained over Christmas. The panic as it gets to May and we realise our ‘beach body’ is a little more ‘beached whale’. Luckily, we’re usually a bit more in control of our dog’s diet, but it’s easy to … Read more