Dog breeds vary in size and shape from the tiniest teacup Chihuahua to the massive St Bernards and Great Danes.
Most dogs were bred for particular behaviours, such as hunting or herding.
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The Tailster Guide to Dogs
Owning a dog is great fun and immensely rewarding. But, dogs have complex needs and each dog is unique.
In this section you will find out about the different breeds and Crossbreeds, how to train them, and look after them
Crossbreeds & Designer Dogs
A crossbred dog is a hybrid of two breeds of dog. This can lead to some very interesting mixed-breeds.
Once they were considered second class citizens to pure breeds, many have become incredibly popular in their own right.
Find out more about your favourite crossbreeds here >>
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Tips On Removing Pet Hair From Furniture, Floors And More
We’re providing a few tips that’ll make your pet hair removal seem like a walk in the park. So, grab a seat because these hacks are about to change your life.
Should I get a… French Bulldog?
Next up at #9 in our Top Dog Series, is the French Bulldog! These charming, funny dogs have seen a massive spike in popularity over the past few years, but are they the breed for you?
Top tips for Dog walking at night time
The winter season is well under way and days are shorter than ever. This leaves you with one of two options, you are either going to take your dog out for a walk in the dark, or your beloved pet will be taking you out for a quick stroll in the dark. There’s just no way around it! No matter how late it might be, your four legged pal needs to keep its routine intact. That is, unless you want to hear barking and scratching noises at your door when you are going to sleep. But now that, what is supposed to be your best friend, is making you do a chore in the cold and dark, what you are supposed to do? Well, we’ve got some tips for you!
Preparing Your Dog’s Paws For Winter Walks
It’s essential that, when embarking on a winter walk, your dog is fully prepared for what’s ahead.
Hound Health: Is Your Dog Overweight?
Everybody loves a cuddly puppy, but there is a line between puppy fat and a chubby dog. Here’s some advice on how to determine if your dog is carrying a bit too much weight.
Guide To Dog Walking In The Autumn
The change in seasons affects us all in different ways, meaning that we have to make a number of adjustments to help us adapt and make the transition as smooth as possible. From the changing weather to the differing hours of daylight each day, the seasons can affect us and our pets in a whole number of ways, and they rely on us to help them through it. Our dogs love to walk whatever the weather, so we’ve put together a series of handy guides to help you and your dogs navigate through the changing seasons…
Preparing For A Dog Walk
For the majority of dogs, their walk is the highlight of their day, meaning that there’s a huge responsibility on us to get it right. A successful walk requires a fair amount of planning, ensuring that you have everything that you need and helping to prevent any mishaps along the way. To help you out, we’ve put together a handy checklist for you…
Keeping Your Dog Busy While They’re Home Alone
The decision to get a new puppy is a tough one, and something that none of us take lightly. If you work full time especially, it can cause a real dilemma as to whether or not it’s fair to leave the dog alone for so long. Well, you don’t want them to get bored, do you? If you are worried about what your dog may be doing while they’re home alone, here are some ideas to keep them busy while you’re gone:
Advice for car journeys with your dog
Most of us want to include our dogs in as much of our lives as we can – they are part of the family after all! Car journeys with your dog can be straightforward, but there’s also room for mishaps. If you’re new to this or haven’t done it much, here are some things to consider.
8 Reasons Why Dogs Are Good For Our Health
As a dog owner, or dog carer, we’re already completely aware of how our dogs make us happier by providing a lot of cuddles and kisses, companionship and endless entertainment. Here’s 8 reasons why dogs are good for our health.
Why Do Dogs Wag Their Tail?
Tail wagging is a key indicator of a dog’s friendliness, with wagging tails a clear sign of a friendly dog – or, more accurately, a happy dog. It’s important to say, at this point, that this should never be taken as a definite sign that the dog is safe to approach. Where strangers are concerned, any dog should be approached with caution at the advice of the owner. Tail wagging, however, is strongly associated with pack behaviour and can be traced back to their origins as wolves.
Tailsters 10 Family Friendly Dog Breeds
As a whole, there is no right answer to the question of which breeds are the most Child-Friendly Dog Breeds, nevertheless, considering the temperament of the dog, the size and energy levels of different breeds, there are some that are more suitable for a family life than others. To help you out on your quest to make your child happy, here are the top 10 Child-Friendly Dog Breeds.