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 ...
Unlike cats, dogs require regular bathing to maintain a clean, fresh coat. When the animal is not well or when bathing would take too much time or effort, do something different instead. Use homemade dry shampoo for dogs instead of the usual bath with soap and water. When regular baths are not possible, these are ...
Does your dog suffer from dry, itchy skin? This is a common problem in dogs as they spend more time outdoors where they potentially expose themselves to environmental factors that can cause skin dryness, itching, and flaking. In addition, dogs tend to have more sensitive skin than their human companions. Before attempting to home treat ...
American bulldogs can make a great family pet but some additional care should be taken to monitor their skin health. American bulldogs can develop skin irritations caused by insects, food or environmental allergies, an overgrowth of yeast or a lifelong skin condition named ichthyosis. Cleanliness, a proper diet and frequent monitoring of your pet’s overall ...
The Zuchon, also commonly known as a Shichon, is not strictly a breed of dog; it is a mix of two popular small purebreds. The Zuchon is a result of the cross-breeding (hybrid) of a Bichon Frise and a Shih Tzu. It has a relatively short history, but the Zuchon is becoming a more and ...
If you are dealing with the annoyance of a constantly scratching, gnawing, and licking dog it’s probably driving you crazy. One of the most common problems among dogs, which rears its ugly head during the summer is skin allergies and irritation. The evidence of skin irritation or allergies in your dog may be indicated by ...
Do you have itchy skin bumps or skin rash? As you know, itchy skin bumps are annoying, distracting and irritating. However, if you have enough knowledge about this kind of disease, it will be not so hard for treatment. In this article, I will help you identify the most common causes of itchy skin bumps ...
Did you know that dogs can be allergic to fleas, and have summer allergies just like people do? Light-skinned dogs (namely, dogs with white fur an pink skin) typically have sensitive skin and actual allergies that should be addressed quickly…as soon as you realize your pet has one. My dog is an Aussie cross who ...
When you shop for dog shampoos these days, you have a myriad of choices! It’s almost as confusing to choose a dog shampoo as it is a human one. This brings us to the first rule of selecting a dog shampoo. Never use a human shampoo on a dog. Human shampoo can lead to skin ...
