About

Tail Tale Diary is a journal about everyday life with pets. We write about the things owners actually deal with: what to feed and how much, house training, grooming at home, settling a new arrival, travelling together, and recognising when something is not right.

What you will find here

• Step-by-step care guides for dogs, cats and small pets
• Training and behaviour notes that favour patience and positive reinforcement
• Checklists for common situations, such as bringing a puppy or kitten home
• Stories from life with animals, because not everything fits in a checklist

How we write

We keep articles specific and practical, say where advice depends on the individual animal, and update pages when better information is available. Health topics are written for general understanding only. They are not a diagnosis, and they do not replace an examination by a veterinarian who can see your pet.

If you spot a mistake or something that is out of date, please let us know.

Tail Tale Diary is written and maintained by a small team of pet owners.