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Nutrition

Here’s Why You Should NEVER Feed Your Dog Ice Cream

Summer has officially hit the UK, and with temperatures continuing to rise we’re all trying to find ways to keep ourselves and our pets cool. It’s easier for us than it is them – if we’re too hot, we fan ourselves; if we’re feeling dehydrated, we get a cold drink; and if we want a cool treat, we get an ice cream. However, experts are warning that no matter how hot it gets you should never feed ice cream to your dog.

24th December 2022

Insect and vegan blog post

Insect Protein and Vegan Pet Food – what owners really think!

Tailster Panel Survey results related to the views of pet owners – both dog and cat on vegan and insect protein based pet food.

19th February 2022

What should I feed my dog?

When it comes to feeding yourself and your family, you probably work hard to make sure what you eat is nutritional, natural, and nourishing. But the world of pet food is confusing – and the reality is, not all kibble is made the same…

21st August 2021

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.

21st August 2021

Healthy Treats: The Best Dog Friendly Fruit And Veg

However, in the same way that we know we shouldn’t treat ourselves too much, it can be detrimental to your dog to treat them too often. Fortunately, most dogs will eat anything, including fruit and vegetables. They’re the obvious pick – they’re colourful, and come in a variety of textures and flavours.

21st August 2021

The Peanut Butter Ingredient That Is Harmful For Your Dog

Most dogs love peanut butter. As soon as we take the jar out of the cupboard the office dogs come running, and stare longingly until we finally succumb and feed them a spoonful. No one really knows why they’re so obsessed, but the fact that they spend the next hour frantically licking their lips suggests that the subsequent hours of pleasure have something to do with it…Whilst the majority of peanut butter available is perfectly dog-friendly, some brands have started to use a sweetener that may prove harmful to your dog’s health.

21st August 2021

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