Sunny lakeside beaches. Solace in hiking trails. Crackling bonfires. One of the most moving parts of summertime is traversing the scenic beauty of nature. But, do you know what makes it even better? Tagging along your little friend makes the journey worth your while. It hardly matters whether you are backpacking on weekend afternoons or …
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A tiny insect-like flea or a tick can cause a ton of problems for your pet. No matter what size or which breed you have. The misery that a tick infestation can inflict upon your pooch is terrifying. Even though there are more than two hundred and two flea species, it takes only one species …
Hotspots swollen sores on the skin surface. They are one of the most common skin conditions in dogs, especially during the summer months. These painful, swollen sores can appear invisible and often spread quickly. Sure, hot spots may be difficult to deal with, they can be treated and prevented with appropriate management. An Overview Hotspots …
You and your dog are in your car on your way to the dog park, where suddenly they look ugly. Before you know it, the biscuits you gave them when they got in the car are already there – in trouble clean them all over your leather seats. As you may already know, a dog …
Digging Dogs really like to dig. You will have to train Fido to stop them. If you catch them in action, you say “no.” Then confuse them with a toy. It will not help to scold them once they are done. You need to be consistent in digging, not afterward. Tip: Give your dog a …
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Many problems can affect a dog’s urinary system. Obstruction, bladder stones or crystals in the urine, infection, cancer, trauma, or blockage of the urethra, a tube that allows urine to pass from the bladder to the outside of the body. Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common in young animals, growing up to 27% of dogs. …
Who doesn’t love dogs? We all do. We love them and adore them for everything they do, from their unconditional affection to playful behavior and zest for life. The best friend of humans is ultimately a very different being with a different set of behaviors like jumping up to greet, barking, digging, and chewing-that are …
It is mentally relaxing to pet a dog, especially when it is one with healthy skin and lustrous fur. But not all dogs are blessed with it, some unfortunately are plagued with itchy, flaking skin. The skin and coat appearance are good indicators of a dog’s health. A healthy coat is shiny and smooth, and …
If your dog is snorting or coughing or constantly making choking noises like they are suffocating on something, that may be a case of kennel cough. Although, another possibility is canine infectious tracheobronchitis. Kennel cough sounds terrible, but most of the time, it is not such a serious condition. Kennel cough in most dogs’ cures …
A flea infestation can be fatal if not controlled on time. Dog Fleas are small insects with no wings that feed on animal blood. They can transmit diseases and cause allergies or anemia, along with causing discomfort and itching. Although, more than 2,200 species of fleas are recognized worldwide. Only a few species commonly infest …
