Siberian Huskies are one of the most popular pets in American homes today. They are energetic, good around people of all ages, and score high in the looks department (blue eyes, dense coat, and a good stature). Sure, they can be stubborn and high maintenance when it comes to exercise but they make for excellent…
Some dogs get bored easily and can even resort to mischievous behaviors, including chewing things, pacing, and excessive barking as a means of relieving excess energy. For such dogs to live happy, calm, and fulfilling lives, they need to be constantly stimulated. Depending on your dog’s age and health, he may need 30 minutes to…
One of the most common illnesses that every dog owner has to deal with at one point or another is diarrhea. And there are many causes of diarrhea in dogs—from dietary discretion (your dog eating dirt or things that he shouldn’t), viral infections, intestinal parasites, to change of diet and other serious underlying problems. Obviously,…
If you walk in any household with children today, you are bound to find a jar of animal crackers stashed somewhere in the kitchen or pantry. Children just love these animal-shaped treats and we’d bet you have your own childhood memories of munching them—and for good reasons. These treats are not only fun and scrumptious…
Going on a trip with a dog is fun and games until he makes a huge mess on your truck. Sure, you can cage him in a crate during the trip but the dog will be far away from everyone. You’ll also have to deal with a lot of pet hair and claw marks after…
Itchy skin irritates dogs just as much as it does humans. If you’ve been a victim before, you know the pain and discomfort can drive you nuts. This is why when your dog is going through an episode of skin irritation, you should do all you can to offer him relief. If unchecked, the simply…
Dawn dish soap is famed for its ability to clean up just about anything covered with oil—from dishes, human skin to birds, and sea turtles. In fact, when you visit Dawn’s main website, you will get a link titled “Dawn saves Wildlife”, where they highlight how Dawn dish soap has been instrumental in cleaning up…
When your pup is injured or after he’s gone through surgery, there are high chances that he will lick his wound in an attempt to reduce pain or irritation as well as clear any discharge from the wound or incision. While minor licking may not be an issue, excessive licking could delay healing, remove stitches,…
Wound-licking behavior is deeply engraved in a number of animals. They do this to ease the irritation and clean the wound. Unfortunately, the opposite always ends up happening in most cases. When a dog licks on his wound repeatedly, he runs the risk of introducing bacteria and risk further infection. He may also damage the…
Dogs need hats for the same reason humans do—protection from the elements and style needs. Whether it is sunny or snowing outside, having a functional hat for your pooch is the best thing you can do for him. When buying a hat for your canine friend, there are a few things to consider. One of…