How to Tame that Falling Doggie Fur
Your dog loves to lounge on your dark brown sofa and being the loving dog parent you are, you allow him to do so. Yet whenever he jumps down, he leaves ample fur behind, and prior to sitting in that chair yourself, you will need to “shave” it, or risk wearing your canine’s hair yourself. Similarly, when you look down at your rugs and carpets you see a trail of hair your canine companion left behind. Visitors to your home as somewhat reluctant to sit on the sofa, and at times you look a bit furry yourself when you arrive to work. Face it, your dog is shedding and you will need to deal with it. Yet you often wonder if there is anything you can do to tame that falling doggie fur?
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Topic: Dog Care
Doggie Arthritis: Typical Treatments for your Pooch
As your dog ages, you might notice him slowing down. It might be harder for him to get up in the morning, he might walk slower, or he might not be as interested in chasing the ball as he used to be. Just as with elderly people, elderly dogs suffer from a myriad of ailments. One of these is arthritis.
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Topic: Dog Health
Why Dogs Can Be Great Therapy for Humans
Some 17,000 years ago, humans first began to domesticate dogs from their feral ancestors, the wolves. Since then, dogs have been bred into a plethora of large and small varieties. They have been given jobs, such as shepherds’ helpers and guardians of our valuables when we are away. They pull sleighs and rescue us when we get trapped in the snow. They guide us if our eyesight fails us, and for millions and millions of people they provide daily companionship and loyal friendship. It is of little wonder then that the medical profession is also taking a closer look at our canine companions to see if there is a way that perhaps dogs can help out in the medical treatments of people.
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Topic: Dog Care
Hints on Choosing the Right Groomer for your Dog
Pets need to be groomed just as people do. They need to be brushed, bathed and they need their nails trimmed. Basic grooming such as brushing is a simple process for most owners and it often helps develop a more solid living relationship between the owner and the dog. Many dogs enjoy the feel of being brushed and look forward to it on a regular basis. This is also a way for owners to keep abreast of the external elements of a dog’s health such as what the condition of their fur, skin, nails, ears and teeth are like. This is a way many owner discover lumps, bumps, cuts or other potential health concerns in their animals. Once discovered the owner can schedule an appointment with a vet to have the problem looked at.
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Topic: Dog Care
Your Child vs. Your Pet: How to Keep the Peace
How will my dog and my new baby get along? Will I have to get rid of my loyal, furry companion in order to ensure the safety of my child? These are the questions that plague many dog owners as they anticipate the birth and homecoming of their first child. The good news is that even though the process of introducing your dog to your newest family addition is a careful and cautious one, it’s not impossible. With some pre-planning on your part, you can train your dog to get along with your child and can raise your child to respect and love your dog as much as you do.
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Topic: Dog Care
What to Expect When Your Dog is Expecting
Are you getting ready for your dog to have puppies? Having a litter of pups sounds like a lot of fun, but there is much work involved. Here are some tips on how to get your dog and you ready for birth.
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Topic: Dog Care, Dog Health