Archive for the ‘Dog Cares’ Category

Dog food allergies are rather difficult to distinguish from other allergies like atopy, etc., because the symptoms of food allergies tend to be similar to the symptoms of the other allergies. SYMPTOMS Despite there not being one outstanding symptom that would point us in the direction of food allergy, which makes diagnosis very difficult, there are some symptoms that ... Full story

This article examines dog dandruff and will suggest the 7 best ways to eliminate it, including prevention tips. So let's get started! SYMPTOMS Dogs - like humans - are prone to dandruff, which is very similar in appearance as well. In most cases dandruff occurs when the skin cells die and start to flake off. Dandruff in dogs is ... Full story

Have you found some red, moist, sores or lesions on your dog? What does it mean? SYMPTOMS These are hot spots, which can best be described as an area of skin inflammation and infection that can be superficial or very deep. The spot or lesion on the dog's skin will be red, moist painful sores, sometimes with matted fur, ... Full story

Ever wonder how to sort through all the different types of dog shampoos? In this article I'll talk about the 5 most important things you need to consider when buying a dog shampoo. There are hundreds of dog shampoo products and dog product manufacturers. Because of this, many dog owners find it difficult ... Full story

As humans we experience skin problems like acne at least once in our lives, but what most don't realize is that we aren't the only ones who need attention when it comes to annoying acne. Believe it or not, our dogs also have the tendency to develop what is commonly known as canine acne, a ... Full story

What Causes Dog Dermatitis & How to Help Your Hurting Hound In this article, I'll explore the causes of dog dermatits and suggest how to best help your dog from this annoying & irritating condition.... Full story

Check your dog’s skin regularly - yellow skin can indicate jaundice and blue skin can indicate heart problems. Here are other signs a dog’s skin can tell us: Dry skin ... Full story

Trim the hair around the pads to reduce the amount of debris that gets lodged between the pads to help avoid injuries. After walks or exercise run your fingers over and between your dog’s pads checking for stuck materials such as rocks, ... Full story

Dogs can get sunburned too! Yes, pets that have exposed skin are subject to sunburn. Prevention is the best cure - you can use children's nontoxic sunscreen to help avoid burns. In the case of sunburn, consult your veterinarian for topical ointment and make sure your pet is not also suffering from heat exhaustion or heat stroke. ... Full story

Never use commercial solvents or industrial cleaners on your dog’s coat. Many of these are toxic to your dog. Try dissolving these substances with mineral oil. If you’re unable to remove something from your dog’s coat carefully snip away the affected area. It’s always best ... Full story