| Dog Grooming Made Easy
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When it comes to taking care of your pet, grooming can be as simple as a loving as your pet . . . and sooner or later, just like the love you share, grooming will come more naturally every day. >> more
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| Glamorous Pet Expenses
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While you don’t have to run out to the most expensive bulldog barber in town, a good trim can be well worth the dough. Drop the extra money on a good trim once or twice a year. >> more |
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| The Importance of Great Nail Care
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Not grooming your dog’s nails can lead to many health problems for your dog. One of the most common problems is the nail splitting or tearing. If a nail is left to grow too long a dog can snag it on debris or flooring and rip it right off. This means a lot of pain for your pampered pooch and it also means a high vet bill for you. >> more |
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| How Often Should I Brush My Dog
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Regular brushing is an important part of dog ownership that will keep your dog looking and feeling his best, while also promoting a strong bond between you. How often you should brush your pet may vary- but the positive outcome never will. >> more |
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| How often should a Dog be Groomed
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Short hair dogs, like Labradors, may only need a complete grooming once or twice a year. In between spa days, routine bathing at home may be all these need to stay clean and hygienic. >> more |
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| How to Cut my Dog's Nails
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Never use human nail trimmers on any size of dog- they are not strong enough for the job, and instead of cutting the nail they will crush it, causing pain and instantly creating a bad experience for you and your dog. >> more |
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| My Dogs Coat is Full of Static
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When you brush your pet, use a coat conditioner, detangler, or even a small mist of water to slightly wet down the coat first, before beginning to brush. Adding moisture to the coat before brushing will reduce friction and help to reduce static shocks during the grooming process. >> more |
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| Coping with a Shedding Dog
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Coping with a shedding dog usually requires a lifelong commitment, and a multifaceted approach to caring for your dog, as well as easy access to the vacuum cleaner and lint roller. >> more |
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| Gingivitis and Dogs
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The earliest symptom of gingivitis and periodontal disease in dogs is bad breath, known as halitosis. As the disease progresses, so does the severity of symptoms, and affected dogs may begin to avoid chewing hard foods, have excessive drooling, or stop eating due to the pain of their dental problems. >> more |
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| How Often Should I Trim My Dog's Nails
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While some might think the answer is as simple as “when they get too long”, there really is a little more to it than that. In ideal conditions, you wouldn’t have to trim the dog’s nail at all (except for the dew claw). That is because if given proper exercise under the right conditions, the nails would naturally be kept to a perfect length. >> more |
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