Dog walkies warning…

1. Avoid busy periods Always try to avoid travelling in busy periods like rush hour, especially when there are train strikes. Even if you think your dog is fine travelling on public transport, busy periods will be overcrowded and can be stressful for your canine companion.  You are also much less likely to find a seat, which can be problematic as your dog won’t have any…

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1. Acorns and Conkers Now we’re well into autumn, it’s the time of year when conkers and acorns fall from trees and can become hidden under leaves, which our dogs may sniff out on walks.  But while they might seem like a delicious treat to our furry friends, ingesting them in large quantities can be extremely toxic. In fact, many pet parents do not realise that…

Walking your dog can be a muddy affair with the UK’s propensity for wet Winter weather, wet Autumn weather, wet Spring weather and even sometimes wet summer weather. This means that for the 34% of UK households that are home to at least one dog, the muddy lanes, puddle strewn streets and boggy countryside walks that often greet us when out a stroll can mean…

What is blue-green algae and how does it differ from green algae? “While blue-green algae sounds the same as green algae the two are vastly different. First and foremost blue-green algae is a form of bacteria that is sometimes referred to as ‘cyanobacteria’, and most of the time cannot be seen by the naked eye. “However, blue-green algae can sometimes be identified if it clumps…

Our furry friends love to dip their paws in the water and enjoy a paddle, however, with blue-green algae present in a number of rivers and lakes across the UK, it can be extremely difficult to find a safe swimming spot for your four-legged friend. That’s why the team at tails.com have rounded up some of the best dog-friendly swimming pools and lidos you can visit this…