Given this common love for fragrance, it is tempting to lavish some quality “Burberry” on your pawsome pooch, however, as a general rule, human perfume is balanced for specific use on humans, so we should never use it on any animal. My dogs’ dogs are constantly playing in the garden, getting sweaty, filthy, and smelling … Read more
Yes, you can worm a puppy or your dog too often! And it has no obvious benefit. In fact, over-worming your dog can actually backfire, and make your dog build up a tolerance – you most certainly don’t want that. My son, who is eight years old, loves the Animal Planet program called “Monsters Inside … Read more
“We don’t normally come across a wolf or a wolf-dog. And I know they’re illegal in PA. If a dog has 10% or more wolf in their blood or in their DNA, they are illegal without a special permit,” Shuttlesworth said. Melissa, who has a biology bachelor’s degree and a certificate in veterinary assisting, takes … Read more
One of the most beneficial things that you can do at home is to resist the temptation to “pop” the pimples. Squeezing the lesions on your dog’s face will increase the likelihood of hair follicles rupturing under the skin, leading to worsening inflammation. Whatever you want to call them, dog pimples, zits, acne, plukes, or … Read more
A pet shelter business’ profitability isn’t widely known, because most shelters are run as non-profits. Non-profit shelters often employ a director, vet tech and other staff. A for-profit business can earn enough to pay for a team’s salaries, which often total six-figure sums, and still provide a profit. As dog lovers, we value the effort … Read more
Providing your pup with a healthy and nutritious diet is an essential part of caring for their health and happiness. As pet owners, we are often presented with a number of different food choices, with convenience often playing a major factor in our decisions. One popular choice is Ollie dog food, but the question remains, … Read more
Scoop dog poop immediately after your dog goes to the bathroom (even in your own backyard). If not immediately, clean up all dog poop in your yard at least once a week. Never mow the lawn with dog poop in it. Your lawn mower will spread any bacteria or parasites in the poop all over … Read more
You may wonder how to safeguard your home from any potential mess if you have a female dog that is currently in heat. When menstruating, we all know that women can use tampons and pads, but what about canines? If not, can you use human tampons on a dog? Do they make tampons specifically for … Read more
But remember, the common microchip for dogs does not contain GPS technology and you won’t be able to track your dog with it. On the other hand, you can buy a GPS dog tracker for $49 + subscription fee and track your dog anywhere, anytime. Perhaps you’ve heard of GPS for dogs under the skin, … Read more
Also, if your pet has really irritated themselves and their rectal area is inflamed and agitated you can always apply some Preparation-H. This should help soothe the area allowing the animal to be more comfortable. All of us have witnessed our dogs sliding their butts across the carpet (typically when we have visitors). Although it … Read more