Can dogs eat pigs in blankets?

Can dogs eat pigs in blankets?

There are some things that we include in our Christmas lunches that many wish we could enjoy all year round, and pigs in blankets are very high on many people’s lists. Those delicious little sausages, wrapped in wonderful streaky bacon create an aroma that warms the home and the soul as they are cooked up … Read more

Can dogs eat turkey?

can dogs eat turkey

It was rather short-sighted of turkeys to make the noise “gobble gobble” as this does give us humans a bit of a clue as to how tasty these birds really are. While they’re not everyone’s favourite festive fowl, turkeys are indeed gobbled up by people all over the UK every Christmas. And many of those … Read more

The top brands every dog needs to know

top dog brands ranked

Last year, pet-mad Brits up and down the country spent £125million on presents for their pooches – and this year is set to be even bigger for Santa Paws.  Our research team here at tails.com have dug deep into the data to reveal which pet brands and trends are dominating the market in the lead … Read more

Are poinsettias safe for dogs?

Are poinsettias safe for dogs?

Many of us have a lot of gift buying to do each year at Christmas, and many of us also take great pride in matching the gift with the recipient. We pick the perfect book out for the avid reader, the ideal toy for the toddler, and the most drinkable bottle of wine for the … Read more

Can my dog wear a Christmas jumper?

Blue the Lurcher in a jumper

With all the socialising we do at Christmas (even if it is somewhat limited some years when there’s a pandemic ongoing), we like to look at our festive best. And among the many items of clothing that we choose to help us achieve this, the Christmas jumper is a must have in any wardrobe. What’s … Read more

Christmas is Coming!

baloo under the christmas tree

Carolyn Menteith is a behaviourist with over 20 years of experience working with and training dogs. There is no doubt that after the year that we have all had, and the new challenges that seem set to lie ahead, the thought of the holiday season is even more exciting than usual. Despite all the talk … 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

Can dogs eat wrapping paper?

Family by the tree

If you ever give a pet a gift that’s been wrapped up, you’ll know that, often, the wrapping paper itself can be more popular than what was inside it. But as your dog enjoys ripping it up and biting at it, should you be concerned? Is there anything dangerous about wrapping paper when it comes … Read more