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If you have had a dog for a while, you probably noticed that they sometimes get eye boogers and tear stains, and it’s common to worry that it might be a sign of poor health. Fortunately, eye boogers and tear...
You can’t take any chances when cleaning a dog’s eyes. Wiping away tear stains and discharge will keep your dog happy, healthy, and looking their best, but sensitive facial areas emphasize the need for high-quality products. Pressure, harsh chemicals, and...
Tear staining is especially common in white-coated dogs like Bichon Frises, Shih Tzus, and Maltese dogs. Though it can happen to darker-colored dogs, too, it isn’t nearly as obvious as it is in the white-colored breeds. There are stores of...
Some dogs love the outdoors. They’ll spend as much time as possible frolicking in the grass and charging down the beach. It gives your dog a chance to socialize while taking in the sights and smells they miss when they’re...
Letting your canine play outside is a crucial part of being a responsible dog owner. But if they do go out, keeping them contained on your property can be expensive. However, the solution is to build your own dog fence...
Keeping your dog safe and preventing escapes is challenging when you are unable to build a fence to contain them. Installing a tall fence is expensive, and some homeowners and renters cannot build them because of HOA or rental agreement...
Every pet owner takes care of their pet as best they can. Keeping them safe, healthy, and happy is the top priority, so when you realize that you can’t find your dog, it’s instantly terrifying! Time is of the essence,...
Mark your calendars, dog lovers! August 10 is National Spoil Your Dog Day, a canine-centric holiday that is as much a treat for owners as it is for pets. What could be a more fitting way to close out the...
Every pet deserves a special occasion when their pet parents will treat them best as possible, making them feel special and loved. During National Dog Month, which occurs each year in August, every day for our dogs is a special...
Attention-deficit hyperactive disorder (ADHD) affects roughly 8.4% of children and 2.5% of adults.1 It can be a challenging condition to manage because of its complications and the many knowledge gaps that exist. Scientists aren’t even sure of the specific causes,...
Does your dog need a cone around its neck to prevent it from licking and scratching? Well, you’ll be happy to know that you don’t have to go out and spend $25 for this device; you can simply make one...
If you have a dog, you know that fleas are a major concern. Once established in a household, you have to deal with not only the fleas on all the animals but also the eggs in the environment that keep...
According to Nationwide Pet Insurance, skin allergies are the top reason people take their dogs to the vet. One of the leading causes is flea allergy dermatitis, triggered by the saliva of this external parasite when they feed. You may...
Having a sick or injured pet is one of the hardest things you can go through as a pet owner. Not only is it heartbreaking to watch your animal companion suffer, but when your furry friend is in pain, you...
I don’t know about you, but I live in a pretty warm and dry climate with my pup Lorelei. What does warm and dry mean? Lots of water! My pup is pretty good about managing her thirst levels, but this...
