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.
Find out more about your favourite breeds here >>
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 >>
Read Our Latest Posts on Dogs >>
When Should I Spay or Neuter My Boxer?
There are many reasons why you should have your Boxer spayed or neutered, not least of all because it will likely improve their quality of life (and stop you from worrying about a litter of puppies). Here’s what you need to know.
When Should I Spay or Neuter My Smooth Fox Terrier?
Not sure on when or whether to spay or neuter your Smooth Fox Terrier? Here’s a range of things you’ll need to consider.
When Should I Spay or Neuter My Shih Tzu?
There are many reasons why you should have your Shih Tzu spayed or neutered, not least of all because it will likely improve their quality of life (and stop you from worrying about a litter of puppies). Here’s what you need to know
When Should I Spay or Neuter My Siberian Husky?
There are many reasons why you should have your Siberian Husky spayed or neutered, not least of all because it will likely improve their quality of life (and stop you from worrying about a litter of puppies). Here’s what you need to know
4 Signs your Dog Misses you…
At Tailster we know that pets are often just as attached to us as we are to them. This is especially true for dogs. Our four-legged pals might seem happy all the time, but they do miss us when we are gone. When we are away on a holiday or at work, leaving someone to […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Snorkie?
Snorkies are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Snorkie owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Snorkie doesn’t have to be a chore, however, and […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Shih Chon?
Shih Chons are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Shih Chon owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Shih Chon doesn’t have to be a […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Rottweiler?
Rottweilers are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Rottweiler owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Rottweiler doesn’t have to be a chore, however, and […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Miniature Pinscher?
Miniature Pinschers are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Miniature Pinscher owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Miniature Pinscher doesn’t have to be a […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Lorkie?
Lorkies are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Lorkie owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Lorkie doesn’t have to be a chore, however, and […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Labrador Retriever?
Labrador Retrievers are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Labrador Retriever owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Labrador Retriever doesn’t have to be a […]
Best Ways To Exercise Your Labradoodle?
Labradoodles are playful dogs who love to be out and about, exercising as often as possible. Yet, statistics have shown that 1 in 5 Labradoodle owners don’t regularly walk their dog, behaviour that, if sustained, can result in health problems in the long term. Exercising your Labradoodle doesn’t have to be a chore, however, and […]