Is grain-free dog food bad for the heart? What the latest research says

Grain-free diets are a popular choice among people whose dogs are sensitive to ingredients like wheat, maize, barley and oats. However, some reports have linked certain grain-free diets to a heart condition called DCM (dilated cardiomyopathy). Research into the possible connection between DCM and grain-free dog food is ongoing, investigating the ingredients that might be … Read more

Wet or dry dog food: what’s best for your dog’s needs?

Bowl with wet and dry food

What type of dog food is best – kibble or wet food? Or both together? Each type of food has its advantages, and as Tails.com’s nutritionist, I’m here to give you the lowdown on all the options. The best choice for your pup will always depend on their unique needs, which here at Tails.com, we … Read more

The best LickiMat recipes | Chosen by you

Dog licking wet food from LickiMat

How does playtime and treat time all in one go sound? We are loving our boredom-busting LickiMats, which you now can to your tails.com delivery too! Super easy to prepare and perfect for a mentally stimulating mealtime for your dog – plus, the grooves and ridges are great for slowing down fast eaters. We asked … Read more

How we’re improving our kibble bags

tails.com kibble bag on kitchen work surface, perfect portion scoop and bowl with tailor-made kibble in front

Here at tails.com, we’re on a mission to improve the world of pet food for good. And minimising our environmental impact is a major part of achieving this goal.  Whether that’s the kind of energy we use, the ingredients we source, or the packaging that arrives on your doorstep. In this blog, we’ll dig into … Read more

Fetch of the Day: seaside snacks for your dog

Schnauzer x Jack Russell sitting in front of colourful beach huts looking at the camera

From colourful beach huts to the smell of sun cream, and fish and chips on the beach – there’s nothing quite like the British seaside. While we might enjoy an ice cream or stick of rock as a tasty treat, it’s not so good for our four legged friends. New research reveals almost half (49%) … Read more

Autumn LickiMat recipe

Empty LickiMat in centre, with butternut squash, butternut squash mashed and slices, tea towel, scattered kibble and wet food tray surrounding around the outside

As the nights draw in and the weather gets cooler, you may find your pup needing a little something extra to keep them occupied – that’s where our autumn LickiMat recipe comes in!  LickiMats are perfect for mixing up mealtimes, and can also help slow down those dogs who like to wolf down their food … Read more