A dog groomer is a person who cleans and styles dogs’ fur. They may also trim nails, clean ears, and express anal glands. Most dog groomers work in pet stores, veterinary clinics, or animal shelters. However, some dog groomers have their private practice where pet parents bring their furry friends for grooming. If you get …
We’ve all been there. After budgeting for a dog bed for months, you have finally brought one home. As if your ambitious dog doesn’t appreciate the gift, he dismantles it into pieces within a few hours or days if you are lucky. Before you know it, the cover has been shredded and the stuffing is …
As a dog owner, one of your biggest concerns is being involuntarily separated from your pooch. Sadly, that happens more than we care to think. Stats by the American Humane claim that about 10 million pets get lost in the US every year. Out of these, only 15% of dogs in shelters without identification are …
Bed bugs are small (one-quarter inch long), brownish parasitic insects that feed exclusively on the blood of humans or animals. While they do not typically cause serious health issues, bedbugs can be extremely uncomfortable, and their bites can often become infected which can result in other health issues. In addition, bed bugs are very difficult …
Coyotes are wild animals but these days, they are increasingly moving to urban areas. If they find a constant source of food in your neighborhood, they will keep coming around for more. Over time, they will bring more of their members to partake in the feast. Although these animals rarely attack humans, they can certainly …
Part of taking care of your dog includes trimming his nails. When they grow too long, the nails run the risk of being caught in something and tearing apart. They are also downright uncomfortable for your pup to walk or run. If you are one of the unlucky few, your sweet doggie doesn’t mind having …
So, you’ve been asked by the vet to collect your dog’s urine sample and bring it for testing. What a tall order! Although dogs are always spraying trees and walls as a way to mark territories, they are not particularly keen on having their urine collected by humans. You’ll have to follow your pup all …
If you have ever owned a dog, you know just how big of a heart they have. But as large as your dog’s heart may be, the anatomy of the heart may reveal that it is actually not huge—at least in the physical sense of the word. The heart is a muscle that pumps blood …
Ivory soap is a brand of soap that has been around since the 1800s. It is a product of Procter and Gamble and it became a household name due to the claim that it is a pure soap that has no dyes or heavy perfumes and is therefore good for the entire family. The soap …
Your dog’s stomach is a muscular sac that is lined with several glands that aid in the digestion of the food they consume. When food enters the stomach, it is mixed with digestive fluids, which begin the process of breaking down proteins and other nutrients. The stomach also acts as a storage space for food, …