Most cases of dog dandruff can be treated with home remedies by the dog owner. When dandruff occurs, it is usually caused by skin cells that have died and are flaking off the dog’s skin. Just like in humans, some dogs have worse cases of dandruff than others and with most dogs, the dandruff is […]
How to Care for Your Dog’s Long Floppy Ears
A cocker spaniel’s long, silky ears are cute and fun to play with, but a dog’s long floppy ears can also be prone to painful infections. A few simple preventative measures can help keep your floppy-eared friend healthy and happy. Anatomy of the Floppy Ear Dogs with long, heavy ears such as cocker spaniels, basset […]
How to Know Which Dog Grooming Brush to Use
Visit the pet supply store’s grooming section and dog owners will find a wide array of different brushes and combs for dog grooming. When it comes to dog grooming and brushing, it’s not one-size-fits-all. There are different types of grooming brushes and combs. Each dog grooming tool has its own unique function and understanding which […]
Do Cats Need Baths? How and When to Get Your Kitty in the Water
Cats usually don’t need baths, and most famously dislike being bathed or getting wet. There are, however, some cat breeds that actually enjoy water. Topping that list is the Turkish Van, which is actually nicknamed “the swimming cat.” While most cats can groom themselves, some will need human help to stay clean, or may enjoy […]
Routine Maintenance: 4 At-Home Dog Grooming Tips
There is a special sense of satisfaction felt when you pick up your furry friend from the groomer with every hair in place. Your companion never seems to feel better than after a grooming session. You can keep your pooch looking great right at home with some routine maintenance and keep that feeling going throughout […]
From Fur to Feathers — Pet Grooming for Beginners
Grooming is an important part of pet care that many people feel out of their depth with. Many owners have no idea how to properly groom their dog, cat, or bird. Proper grooming helps keep your furry or feathered friend healthy and can serve as a great bonding opportunity. Read on to learn the basics […]
A Quick Step By Step Guide to Grooming and Bathing Your Dog
Like every living being, dogs too need love, care and affection for proper growth and development. Same holds especially true for such dogs that are pets. As a part of general pet care, you need to bath and groom your dog whenever required so as to let it enjoy overall good health of the skin, […]
4 Grooming Tips for Pet Owners to Use on a Monthly Basis
Dogs have lived alongside humans for thousands of years, thoroughly domesticated to help us live more rewarding, happier, easier, and safer lives. Pet ownership, be it dogs or other furry creatures, is associated with a number of health benefits, as well. Having pets around is shown to fight allergies, boosting the immune systems of everyone, […]
Why Dogs Shed and What to do about it
If you’ve had a dog that sheds a lot, you know how difficult a problem this can be to control—and you also know how much it can drive you crazy. That’s because dog hair can get everywhere and on every surface, coating furniture and clothing. But you love your dog, too—so what can you do? […]
Winter Paw Care for Dogs
Winter can be a hard time on our paws. While I may live inside with my Lady, I don’t stay inside all day. I gotta go out to do my business, chase a rogue squirrel, or maybe I just wanna go to the mailbox with my Lady. This means that special attention needs to be […]
