My dogs are always racing around chasing each other, wrestling and jumping. Because they are so active, every now and then, one of them will come up with a limp. Having been around dogs my entire life, I know how to evaluate their injury to determine if a vet visit is necessary. However, not everyone ...
If you’re like me, your dog is a part of the family. Finding a quality groomer is important for your dog. You want him clean and comfortable, but you also want him to be safe. Everyone has heard horror stories of groomers who treat dogs poorly, or leave them locked up in crates for hours ...
After the number of humiliating haircuts I have put our dogs through over the years, it seems only appropriate that I discuss dog grooming at home. I’m sure I am more of an expert at what NOT to do than how to groom your dog. Over the years, I have gotten a little better, but ...
There are more than a dozen parasites that can infect your dog causing serious health problems, and in severe cases even death. Not recognizing the symptoms of a parasite infection may lead to illness, spread of disease, and general discomfort of your dog. Parasite infections can also shorten the life of your dog unnecessarily. Although ...
If you own a shetland sheepdog, you know how time consuming grooming can become. Sure, you want your dog to have a healthy, clean and tangle-free coat. Unfortunately, with today’s busy schedules, sometimes things get out of hand – you didn’t brush your dog one week and one thing lead to another and now your ...
