Dogs communicate with their ears in the same way people communicate with their eyebrows. But no matter how attentive you are to your pup’s changes in mood and expression, it...
From the long, floppy ears of Basset Hounds to the alert, pointy ears of Chihuahuas, all dog ears are susceptible to developing an ear infection. In fact, as many as...
Hot spots are a skin condition that can be quite common among dogs but, if unfamiliar to you, can set off all kinds of protective, paw-parent alarm bells. Everyone knows...
As a dog owner, any change in your pup’s appearance is cause for concern. When a red, swollen spot appears, it’s important to take action, since it may be a...
Have you ever noticed your dog spending a bit more time scratching than usual? We all suffer from an occasional itch here and there, but if your pup seems to...
Just because you don’t have a show dog doesn’t mean you can’t give your pup the show dog treatment. Showing off a gorgeous, glossy coat at the dog park is...
It’s normal and healthy for your dog to shed some hair. And for some breeds—you can expect vacuuming to be a constant necessity. That said, if you notice that your...
As a dog owner, you probably know the feeling of running your hands through your dog’s normally luscious fur only to be stopped by something strange—a scratchy patch of knotted...
Have you found yourself wondering how all your black clothes became white, or how all your white clothes became black? Has your furniture become less of a seating area and...
As a pet owner, you aim to keep your canine companion happy and healthy. Grooming is one essential part of that equation. A dog’s coat can be an indicator of...