Also called Otodectes cynotis mites, ear mites in dogs cause a pretty mild parasitic infection, but still need to be controlled to prevent secondary infections from arising. Greater problems do arise when an animal has a hypersensitive reaction to the ear mites, resulting in an intense irritation of the outer ear. Dogs with ear mites [...]
Several viruses, parasites and other nasty critters exist out there that can hurt your pet. Unfortunately, Rabies is the only legal requirement in the United States (as it is the most deadly, with a 100% fatality rate for untreated humans as well as pets), but it certainly isn’t the only ailment to worry about. Thankfully, [...]
It is a device used to pick up animal feces from public places and yards, particularly those of dogs. Pooper-scooper devices often have a bag or bag attachment. With countless models and more designs than you can count out there, how will you choose the best dog pooper scooper for your cleanup tasks? What should [...]
You’ve noticed your dog itching furiously lately. You can even see patches of bare skin, many coming complete with small scabs, where your fur-kids’ hair has begun to fall away. You might just have a lice problem on your hands. What are you going to do now? What Are Dog Lice? How Can I Get [...]
Ensuring your pup finds enough exercise to maintain his or her prime fitness levels can be a bit challenging with today’s 9 hour work days and demanding college educations. We all want the best for our pets, but sometimes fulfilling exercise needs just isn’t possible for one person. As an alternative to outdoor running, many [...]
Proud and brave, who wouldn’t want that happy little lion by their side? As a fantastic companion bundled in a small package, your Shih Tzu will stick with you through thick and thin, loving you always. They will certainly give all they can to us, so why not provide your little fur-kid the best in [...]
Does your dog have a nasty case of gas? Have you noticed unusual sluggish behavior? Maybe your lovable pup has been throwing up more often than normal lately. If stomach trouble is your culprit, you may just want to take a glance at the extensive list of fantastic dog food for sensitive stomachs Listed below! [...]
Because they absolutely love to run around outdoors and roll in the dirt, dogs tend to get their ears pretty dirty sometimes. Since they were bred to track a scent close to the ground, dragging their longer ears, hound type breeds are especially susceptible! Thankfully, a dog ear cleaner is the perfect solution to this [...]
Why do Dogs Bark? Barking is a very natural, instinctual reaction to something in a dog’s environment, deeply ingrained over tens of thousands of years from early wolves. Barking is one way that dog’s communicate. Dogs bark for countless reasons, including: Induce play Warn of possible danger Discipline young Threaten ‘intruders’ Anxiety, nervousness, or curiosity [...]
What is this? The USDA certifies that organic foods are grown without the use of synthetic fertilizers, pesticides, and several other chemical substances. Unfortunately, even though something is labeled ‘Organic’, it isn’t always necessarily 100% all natural organic all of the time. Consumers still need to do their research on a certain organic dog food [...]
