How do you clean artificial grass for dogs? Remove large debris regularly and solid waste immediately. … Remove small debris with vacuums and extraction equipment. … Use a bacterial enzyme cleaner (odor eliminator with live bacteria). … Rinse the turf in between cleanings. Artificial turf is practical, simple to install, reasonably priced, and widely accessible. … Read more
I didn’t know finely crafted dog kennels existed until I was shown a picture of a beautifully built kennel and asked if I could make something similar. If you’re going to have a dog kennel it might as well be a beautiful piece of furniture. This creation is a unique piece of fine furniture created … Read more
The most common way to treat ringworm in dogs is to use a combination of topical therapy (application of creams, ointments, or shampoos) and systemic therapy (administration of anti-fungal drugs by mouth). For treatment to be successful, all environmental contamination must be eliminated. Contrary to its name, ringworm is a fungal infection of the top … Read more
If the Problem Is Mild … Give your dog a special treat each time you leave (like a puzzle toy stuffed with peanut butter). … Make your comings and goings low-key without a lot of greeting. … Leave some recently worn clothes out that smell like you. Consider giving your pet over-the-counter natural calming supplements. … Read more
Pancreas-specific lipase is measured with a test called Canine Pancreatic Lipase Immunoreactivity, known simply as cPLI. The test requires only a small blood sample. A fasting sample is preferred, but it is not essential for the accuracy of the test. When attempting to diagnose pancreatitis in dogs and cats, we are confronted with a disease … Read more
Regardless, dogs can and do easily thrive on a properly formulated vegan diet, and this can be accomplished by feeding them a ready-made vegan dog food, of which several brands exist, or preparing a whole foods vegetable diet for them that includes things like rice, sweet potatoes or carrots, lentils, and other veggies … Many … Read more
How are Dog Ear Infections Treated? Your veterinarian will thoroughly clean your dog’s ears using a medicated ear cleanser. Your vet may also prescribe an ear cleanser and a topical medication for you to use at home. In severe cases, your vet may prescribe oral antibiotics and anti-inflammatory medications. Regular check-ups for your dog are … Read more
Some vets use a tattoo gun, others use a technique involving a needle and syringe. Tattoos were once placed on the dogs ear, but not everyone knew that it was an indication of sterilization, so the universally accepted site is on the abdominal area where the spay surgery would typically take place. Tattooing pets has … Read more
Your vet will diagnose parvo based on clinical signs and through blood work. She may also run a test called an ELISA to search for virus antigens in your dog’s feces and will perform additional diagnostic testing as needed. There is no cure for parvo. Any veterinarian’s stomach can drop when the dreaded positive dot … Read more
Your dog might jump on you, lick your face, and they’ll definitely wag their tail. Being excited and happy to see you is one way you can be assured they love and miss you. They seek physical contact. This can come in the form of a quick nuzzle, a cuddle, or the famous lean. You’re … Read more