Many dog owners are misled by the idea that because dogs have a “built-in coat”, there is nothing they need to do to take care of Fido during the cold winter months. But nothing could be further from the truth. Because your dog can’t look out for his own best interest and welfare, he/she depends […]
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Vaccinate Your Dog
Just as there different opinions on whether or not to vaccinate children, there are varying opinions on whether or not you should vaccinate your dogs…in fact it’s a highly debated topic.
Homemade Dog Treats
Dog treats are easily found in pet stores, grocery stores, drug stores and big box stores, there is a large variety to choose from, and they are relatively inexpensive. So why would you make homemade dog treats?
Dogs Ear Mites
Does your dog seem to be scratching his/her ears more than normal and with more intensity than normal? You might want to consider the likelihood that she could have an ear infection or ear mites.
Bathing Dog
You would think that with all the outside activities your dog may be involved in, that he/she should be bathed daily. But first of all, your dog doesn’t mind being a little bit dirty or smelly (much like some children I know), it’s you, the dog owner who minds.
Overweight Dog
Has Fido become fat? How do you know, and what should you do about it? It’s estimated that around 40 – 50% of all dogs in the United States have become too heavy…and the interesting thing is that many pet owners don’t even recognize the fact that their dog weighs too much.