The short answer is no, you should not use human clippers on dogs. You can however safely use dog clippers on humans. Thinning shears are the tool you need to put the finishing touches on a grooming and leave a pet’s coat looking smooth and natural, as professional pet groomers are aware of. These scissors, … Read more
The quick answer is no, it’s not safe to wash your dog with dish soap. Risius Family Veterinary Service, a vet clinic in Eldridge, Iowa, warns that “bathing in dish soap often leads to a skin infection.” “Skin infections in pets can be very itchy and painful,” the vet clinic adds. A Pinterest recipe that … Read more
This is one moisturizer you and your dog can share. Humans use pure shea butter to soften dry, cracked elbows and heels—and it works just as well on dry dog skin. It’s totally dog-safe when applied topically in small amounts. Dogs are an integral part of many families, and as a pet owner, it is … Read more
Savlon. Savlon is generally safe, but only a thin layer should be used. Savlon is a topical analgesic used to treat a variety of pains, such as sunburn, skin rashes, and canine bites. In general, Savlon is considered safe for use on human skin. Is it effective as a topical anti-inflammatory drug for dogs’ skin … Read more
No, Dettol is NOT safe for dogs. The active ingredient in Dettol is Phenol Chloroxylenol Chloroxylenol The active ingredient in Dettol that provides its antiseptic property is chloroxylenol (C8H9ClO), an aromatic chemical compound. Chloroxylenol comprises 4.9% total admixture, with the rest made up of pine oil, isopropanol, castor oil, soap and water. https://en.wikipedia.org › wiki … Read more
Most healthy medium or large dogs can walk for 30-minutes if the temperature is above 20 degrees F. Smaller dogs should limit the walk to 15 or 20 minutes if temps are between 20 to 32 degrees F. If it’s below 0 degrees, no dog should be out for a walk. Krystn is a passionate … Read more
Don’t Use Crates for Puppy Time Outs Dog crates should not be used for punishment if a dog misbehaves. It’s different when you tell your child to go to his room because you can explain why and what you expected from him. With dogs, they’re left confused when you force them into their crates. The … Read more
You can use hydrocortisone cream on your dog in most cases. Like in people, it helps treat mild rashes, itchy skin, and bug bites in canines, too. Dogs’ sensitive skin can result in constant scratching and itching. Your dog will probably require anti-itch spray at least once during their lifetime, whether the scratching is brought … Read more
In dogs, medicated cream can be both an irritant and an allergen; using it can make your dog’s eyes worse. Do not use your topical antibiotic in or on your dog’s eyes unless you have your vet’s approval! When you have pets, especially troublesome ones, you must keep your first aid kit well-stocked. Triple antibiotic … Read more
Experts agree that it is generally safe to take your canine pal for a walk in temperatures of up to 68F, while anything over 77F is considered very risky. This is because even at temperatures as low as 70F dogs can be at risk of developing heatstroke, a high temperature that isn’t caused by a … Read more