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Massaging gas out of a dog is one of the most effective gas relief home remedies. Here’s how to safely do it and a how-to video.
- March 31, 2023
Massaging gas out of a dog is one of the most effective gas relief home remedies. Here’s how to safely do it and a how-to video.
Depending on your situation, a dog first aid kit contains about 10 basic supplies, but should be more extensive if you are going hiking or camping.
- March 22, 2023
Depending on your situation, a dog first aid kit contains about 10 basic supplies, but should be more extensive if you are going hiking or camping.
Dry skin on dog ears is a symptom of another ailment — minor and simple to treat or serious with more care. Sometimes dry ears indicate an underlying internal condition that needs medical treatment.
- March 16, 2023
Dry skin on dog ears is a symptom of another ailment — minor and simple to treat or serious with more care. Sometimes dry ears indicate an underlying internal condition that needs medical treatment.
We’ve got 20 tips to keep your cool and safe from heatstroke this summer.
- March 7, 2023
We’ve got 20 tips to keep your cool and safe from heatstroke this summer.
The key to warding off these parasites is consistent application of the best flea, tick and mosquito control products you can afford, along with environmental control.
- March 6, 2023
The key to warding off these parasites is consistent application of the best flea, tick and mosquito control products you can afford, along with environmental control.
Start with a pair of ball-tip grooming scissors and a slicker brush to trim the excess hair between the toes and around the paws.
- March 2, 2023
Start with a pair of ball-tip grooming scissors and a slicker brush to trim the excess hair between the toes and around the paws.
It’s a common misconception that shaving a dog’s coat will make her cooler in the hot summer months. A dog’s coat helps regulate body temperature.
- March 1, 2023
It’s a common misconception that shaving a dog’s coat will make her cooler in the hot summer months. A dog’s coat helps regulate body temperature.
Massage therapy for dogs eliminates waste, moves gas, relaxes muscles and stimulates the digestive system. Bonus: any pet parent can learn to massage her dog at home!
- February 18, 2023
Massage therapy for dogs eliminates waste, moves gas, relaxes muscles and stimulates the digestive system. Bonus: any pet parent can learn to massage her dog at home!
The stakes are high. If you die without a will or trust for your pets, they could end up meeting you at the Rainbow Bridge sooner than they should.
- February 17, 2023
The stakes are high. If you die without a will or trust for your pets, they could end up meeting you at the Rainbow Bridge sooner than they should.
Anaphylaxis in dogs is a serious allergic reaction that results in difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the face, vomiting and more, and you’ll need take your dog to the veterinarian right away.
- February 12, 2023
Anaphylaxis in dogs is a serious allergic reaction that results in difficulty breathing, hives, swelling of the face, vomiting and more, and you’ll need take your dog to the veterinarian right away.
Train your blind dog with verbal and touch cues and equip him with a designated harness or bandana so other people know how to interact. Otherwise, caring for a blind dog is very similar to caring for a sighted dog.
- February 11, 2023
Train your blind dog with verbal and touch cues and equip him with a designated harness or bandana so other people know how to interact. Otherwise, caring for a blind dog is very similar to caring for a sighted dog.
Do not wait for symptoms to emerge after your dog eats chocolate. Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.
- February 9, 2023
Do not wait for symptoms to emerge after your dog eats chocolate. Call your veterinarian or the ASPCA Animal Poison Control Center immediately.
Call your vet and monitor your dog for an upset stomach or other signs of discomfort. While the silica gel itself isn’t toxic, the packet can cause blockage.
- February 7, 2023
Call your vet and monitor your dog for an upset stomach or other signs of discomfort. While the silica gel itself isn’t toxic, the packet can cause blockage.
Now, more than ever, pet parents think of using acupuncture on dogs to stimulate their bodies’ natural healing ability to support them through a variety of medical and behavioral conditions.
- February 7, 2023
Now, more than ever, pet parents think of using acupuncture on dogs to stimulate their bodies’ natural healing ability to support them through a variety of medical and behavioral conditions.
Tip a dog groomer between 15 to 20% for a job well done, as in any service industry. A regular tip calculator app can help you with the math.
- February 4, 2023
Tip a dog groomer between 15 to 20% for a job well done, as in any service industry. A regular tip calculator app can help you with the math.
Find out the 15 symptoms of CDS, the degenerative neurological disorder of older dogs characterized by gradual cognitive decline and increasing changes in brain tissue.
- January 31, 2023
Find out the 15 symptoms of CDS, the degenerative neurological disorder of older dogs characterized by gradual cognitive decline and increasing changes in brain tissue.
Check the gum’s ingredients for xylitol, which is toxic to dogs, and take your dog to the veterinarian immediately.
- January 29, 2023
Check the gum’s ingredients for xylitol, which is toxic to dogs, and take your dog to the veterinarian immediately.
Alopecia in dogs can be treated with holistic and traditional methods after your veterinarian identifies the root cause of the hair loss.
- January 20, 2023
Alopecia in dogs can be treated with holistic and traditional methods after your veterinarian identifies the root cause of the hair loss.
Charcoal itself isn’t toxic when a dog eats it, but the chemicals it contains can be potentially fatal to dogs.
- January 14, 2023
Charcoal itself isn’t toxic when a dog eats it, but the chemicals it contains can be potentially fatal to dogs.
Glucosamine supplements for dogs are highly sought out to quell inflammation. We explore safe dosages, blended glucosamine compounds and how to find high-quality brands.
- January 12, 2023
Glucosamine supplements for dogs are highly sought out to quell inflammation. We explore safe dosages, blended glucosamine compounds and how to find high-quality brands.
Commercial prenatal vitamins for dogs do exist but find out from your veterinarian what, if any, vitamins your pregnant dog needs and whether to get them from supplements or her regular diet.
- January 11, 2023
Commercial prenatal vitamins for dogs do exist but find out from your veterinarian what, if any, vitamins your pregnant dog needs and whether to get them from supplements or her regular diet.
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There is no one prescription pill used to treat anxiety in all dogs, but there are five anti-anxiety meds that your veterinarian may recommend, along with changing the environment and incorporating behavior modification methods.
- January 1, 2023
There is no one prescription pill used to treat anxiety in all dogs, but there are five anti-anxiety meds that your veterinarian may recommend, along with changing the environment and incorporating behavior modification methods.
The first step to stopping your dog chewing his paws is to find out the reason – maybe it’s an injury, allergy, boredom or something else. Then, your vet can prescribe the right treatment to get your dog to stop chewing.
- December 29, 2022
The first step to stopping your dog chewing his paws is to find out the reason – maybe it’s an injury, allergy, boredom or something else. Then, your vet can prescribe the right treatment to get your dog to stop chewing.
We break down how pet insurance works, what the different terms mean, the costs, coverage and how to get it.
- December 26, 2022
We break down how pet insurance works, what the different terms mean, the costs, coverage and how to get it.
We’ll show you how to find the best dog brush for shedding based on your dog’s coat.
- December 18, 2022
We’ll show you how to find the best dog brush for shedding based on your dog’s coat.
There are a variety of tools today to help your dog’s stress and anxiety, such as exercise, creating a serene environment, behavioral training, CBD and supplements.
- December 15, 2022
There are a variety of tools today to help your dog’s stress and anxiety, such as exercise, creating a serene environment, behavioral training, CBD and supplements.
When it comes to treating chronically painful canine conditions, veterinarians prescribe amantadine in conjunction with traditional pain relievers to provide strong pain relief for dogs.
- December 15, 2022
When it comes to treating chronically painful canine conditions, veterinarians prescribe amantadine in conjunction with traditional pain relievers to provide strong pain relief for dogs.
Our experts identify causes and solutions to dog tremors due to behavioral, medical and environmental reasons.
- December 13, 2022
Our experts identify causes and solutions to dog tremors due to behavioral, medical and environmental reasons.
Why your dog might need insulin, how to give the shot and other things you need to know about insulin for dogs.
- December 10, 2022
Why your dog might need insulin, how to give the shot and other things you need to know about insulin for dogs.
We comb through everything you need to know about Maltipoo haircuts.
- November 28, 2022
We comb through everything you need to know about Maltipoo haircuts.
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