Ear care is part and parcel of pet grooming. For most pet parents, this means the usual weekly cleaning of the ear and nothing more. Some forget to actually pay attention to their pup’s ear until there’s an emergency. However, there’s more to ear care than the basic cleaning routine. The ear is literally one…
Lab hound mixes have gained some serious buzz in the last few years. It’s easy to see why. With the friendly, smart nature of the hound and the hardworking and affectionate attitude of the lab, how can you not fall in love with their offspring? This is a delightful pet to have around the home….
So you just watched your adorable pooch dig up the garden and bury his bone. You can’t help but wonder what causes the behavior. Typically, burying bones comes naturally to a majority of canines. Back in the day, food wasn’t as abundant as it is today. Dogs had to create strategies to survive in the…
There’s no escaping nail trimming if you are a pet parent (or any other parent for that matter). As long as your pup is happy and healthy, his nails will grow out and will need to be trimmed from time to time. But this part of grooming requires a high level of attention to detail…
The Beagle is such a lovable house pet. He is so lovable that President Lyndon Johnson had to have three of them in the White House. His dogs contributed to his life in a number of positive ways. The Italian Greyhound is no different. If you want an agile, charming, playful, and affectionate medium dog,…
Dog ear hair removal is not an easy undertaking. If you have ever done it before, you know the challenge of getting rid of the tiny strands of dog ear hair. The ear is a highly sensitive organ for a majority of dogs. They don’t enjoy the feeling of having their ears touched, pulled, or…
Tactical dog harnesses are super beneficial during dog ownership. Your dog doesn’t have to be a service dog to sport one. If you enjoy going hiking with him, you should definitely get him one—if you haven’t already. People in extreme sports and who bring their dogs along are perfect candidates for it as well. A…
Whether you are a first-time parent or a veteran, understanding certain areas in your puppy’s life can be overwhelming. There’s a lot to monitor including his training progress, walking, feeding schedule, and housetraining. Then there’s the issue of teething that many parents get freaked about. The teething stage is hands down one of the most…
Most Dobermans have their ears bolted upright high up their heads. It is a breed standard the world has gotten used to. The thought of a Dobie with hanging ears just sounds weird. Yet, naturally, this breed’s ear shape is droopy and broad–similar to that of the Labrador retriever. Dobermans must undergo ear cropping to…
Designer dogs come in their shapes and sizes these days. A few decades ago, the idea of creating a mix between the massive Great Dane (100-200 lb.) and the medium-sized Beagle (18-30 lb.) would have sounded absurd. The sheer size difference between the two breeds would make breeding a challenge. However, breeders have found a…