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…
Elizabethan collars (e-collars or cones) are often put around a dog’s neck to create a protective barrier between the head and mouth and the rest of his body. The barrier is meant to prevent him from licking or biting his wound, lesion, or incision sites, promoting faster healing. While it is necessary for dogs to…
If you have a toy breed who loves jumping on people, digging holes in your backyard, rummaging through your trash can, or barking excessively, you may want to invest in a shock collar to promote good behavior or curb these undesirable behaviors. A shock collar works through the concept of aversion training and induces small…
Over the past few years, essential oils have become increasingly popular for helping people with everything from skin conditions, sleep, headaches, to sore throats. More recently, many dog parents realized that the healing power of essential oils could be extended to their fur babies as well. However, not all essential oils are safe dogs. So,…
Under stressful situations, dogs can turn into ugly creatures. As a way to channel their frustration, they often pick up behaviors such as aggressive chewing, barking, restlessness, scratching, and even vomiting. You might have noticed these when you traveled with your dog for the first time, took a trip with him to the vet, or…
Dog crates provide a secure and reassuring environment where a dog can feel at ease and comfortable, especially when traveling or for brief durations when we cannot supervise them at home. With a dog crate, you are also assured that your dog is calm and safely contained and that he is not likely to get…
Fleas are dog’s worst nightmare. These nasty insects can affect the health and well-being of your dog in several ways. For instance, the scratching and irritation that they may cause to your furbaby can beyond imagination. These varmints also feed on the blood of your dog and can expose him to a wide range of diseases,…
Seeing ticks on your dog is not just disgusting but also worrying, especially if you consider the fact that these little buggers pose health risks to your dog. Although most types of ticks will eventually drop off your dog after they have finished feeding, the process can take longer, during which time they could infect…
Canines are made for the outdoors. However, they can be quite hard to contain when their energies go over the roof. This is where an aerial zipline—made specifically for dogs—comes in. Dog cables let your dog run and play with freedom within a range of motion that keeps him in a safe distance. Aerial zip…