Hot spots are a nightmare for both pup and pawrent, you can almost feel your pet’s pain and itchiness when you see these nasty, reddened crusts on your fur-baby’s skin. In this article, we’ll give you a rundown on some of the available hot spot shampoos for dogs to help soothe your pup’s skin. Table … Read more
With the warmer weather, I’ve been treating more dogs for fleas and ticks. Unfortunately, as soon as we start to enjoy our sunny summer these pesky critters make their holiday home on our dogs. Frustrating to eliminate, many owners and their dogs are driven to distraction. A quick look online reveals a plethora of products … Read more
Because of their reported anti-inflammatory, pain-relieving, anti-anxiety, and other properties, CBD oil products are gaining popularity as natural remedies for humans. What about our furbabies? Can hemp oil help aging dogs with arthritis or pups that struggle with anxiety? If these products had been around when I was in small animal practice, they would have been … Read more
We’re all thankful to have the beautiful weather at the moment but what none of us want are the little hitch-hikers that come to hang out on our dogs. Yep, it’s flea and tick season!Fleas are primarily a nuisance causing irritation or even an allergic skin flare in a prone pup and are known to … Read more
Has this happened to you? You just finished your spring landscaping with a fresh layer of mulch. When you let Fido outside, he checks out the new materials and starts munching on a piece… Is eating mulch ok? In this review, we’re going to examine why dogs eat mulch, the benefits of mulch, and the … Read more
You’ve probably been hearing about the benefits of Medium Chain Triglycerides (MCT) in your diet. What about Fido? Dogs can also experience positive results from having ingredients like coconut oil added to their daily food. We’ll review 14 products to help you find the best MCT oil for your furry friend’s needs. As always, consult … Read more
If you have an intact bitch you may have to deal with messy discharges when she’s in season. We Used female dog in heat diapers with our Springer Spaniel before she was spayed. They helped us keep the floors and furniture clean. We reviewed 14 canine hygiene products to help find the best option for … Read more
Our furbabies are part of our family, and we worry about them. We wonder if we’re feeding them the right food and giving them enough attention. We’re anxious if we think they’re in pain, and we hope they have a good life. I get it. I feel concern whenever my older pooch seems the least … Read more
Diapers for dogs…are you serious? Absolutely! Whether it’s due to age or a condition like anal sac disease, some pooches develop fecal incontinence during their lifetimes. If Fido can’t control his bowels any more, you’ll need to find a way to keep him from soiling your home. And it doesn’t make sense to put your … Read more
Has this ever happened to you? You leave Fido’s harness on while he’s in the yard or in the car, and he chews through it. Great! Now you have to hook the leash to his collar. If only you could find gear for your pal that’s indestructible or at least resistant to gnawing. We’ve reviewed … Read more
Let’s face it: domestic dogs are products of human interference within an ongoing and evolving process. While we may never know the exact reason why these noble souls allowed us to domesticate them, I’m eternally grateful for this event.First looked into genetic testing of these adorable pups when I read a recent study indicating that … Read more
Picking the best high fiber dog food for anal glands problems can be a challenging task. There are plenty of decisions to make. You need to ensure that Fido gets all the nutrients. It’s also important to consider that the food meets high-quality standards. All of this with the abundance of information might be overwhelming. … Read more
Has your furbaby ever jumped the fence in your back yard or slipped out the front door and disappeared in the neighborhood? Hopefully, you were able to find him quickly. But what if you can’t find your special pal? That may depend on whether or not you’ve invested in a dog microchip.In 2010, the ASPCA … Read more
When I was in practice, we didn’t have the range of homeopathic remedies that are available today. Traditional medicines can be expensive and sometimes produce unwanted side effects. It would have been helpful to have some products that could work with my patient’s bodies to bring healing without synthetic drugs. The people at HomeoPet have … Read more
The last thing you want every time your dog heads out the door is for them to let in that zero-degree weather. Just because they enjoy rolling around in the snow does not mean you like the cold. So, when your pupster heads for the backyard, make sure you are using the best doggy door … Read more
There’s no doubt that we love our furry friends. According to the American Pet Products Association, about 67% of American homes have a pet. But what happens when someone is allergic to dogs? The American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology estimates that up to 10% of Americans have a dog allergy. Just what causes … Read more
Whether you have a huge Great Dane or a tiny teacup Poodle, they all love to play fetch with a ball. So we decided that a dog ball launcher would be a great thing to test for your pups. We reviewed seven dog ball launchers from Amazon to find the best dog ball launcher in … Read more
I’ve seen dogs with disc issues in the clinic, and my dear friend had a beagle that suffered from repetitive back injuries. That’s why I know how heartbreaking it can be to see your furbaby in pain. A dog back brace that supports and stabilizes the spine might have helped to ease anxiety ,pain and … Read more
Certified content. This guide has been written and verified by our veterinary advisor. Approved By: Dr.Joanna De Klerk × Dismiss alert Did you know that 80% of dogs over the age of eight have arthritis? As a vet, I feel it’s my responsibility to address this with owners of senior pets. But it’s often difficult … Read more
When dealing with pet odor water alone is not going to resolve the issue. Odor can be held inside the wax and oil secretions on the skin; This is the reason that dogs often smell bad again right after a bath. This review is going to look at the important points that make up the … Read more