The 2023 dog Christmas gift guide

Norwegian Buhund with tails.com Christmas Countdown Advent Calendar and Jack Brussell toy

The most wonderful time of the year is nearly here. Time to start thinking about finding the perfect gifts…but never fear – our 2023 dog Christmas gift guide has everything you need! 

Canine Christmas Code

Black and white spaniel peeking out from behind Christmas tree and green wrapped Christmas presents

For us, Christmas is usually a happy time full of love, laughter and happiness – but for our dogs the holiday season can often be a time of unpredictability, change and stress that causes much more anxiety than it does festive cheer. And that can come with a dangerous fallout. It’s no coincidence that the … Read more

Apple gingerbread recipe

apple gingerbread recipe

The holiday season has officially begun, which means the house starts filling up with all sorts of delicious treats, ready for The Big Day (that’s Christmas, FYI). From chocolate and mince pies, to wine and pigs in blankets – there’s a whole host of festive foods we humans look forward to. Sadly, most of these … Read more

Bubble & Squeak recipe

Bubble & Squeak recipe

This Christmas season, if you have any leftovers from the Big Day (and what a day we’re all hoping it will be), why not treat your dog to their own perfectly dog-friendly version of this festive fave: Bubble & Squeak. It works whenever you’ve got leftovers from a roast, just make sure there isn’t anything … Read more

How to make your dog their own advent calendar

Dog advent calendar DIY

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

How to have a dog-friendly Christmas tree

Family by the tree

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

Is your dog the Luckiest Dog Ever?

The Luckiest Dog Ever

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

5 canine Christmas films to get you into the festive spirit

Not feeling festive enough yet? We think we’ve found 5 films that are sure to get you excited for Christmas. 1. The Grinch Alone and living in isolation after being bullied during his childhood, the Grinch decides to ruin Christmas for the whole of Whoville, by dressing in a Santa suit and stealing all the … 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