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Best Practices for Moisturizing Your Dog’s Skin
There are a number of causes for dry skin in dogs, such as bacterial, parasitic, or yeast infections, metabolic or hormone imbalances, allergies, poor grooming, under bathing or over bathing, and environmental conditions– dry winter, or hot summer with low humidity....
How can I get my older dog upstairs safely?
Aging dogs are like aging humans– they begin to have mobility problems. The movement that was once effortless for an old dog can be challenging and much more labor intensive. These issues with older dogs often manifest as stumbles, unsteadiness, and hesitance. One of...
My Dog’s Paw May Be Infected, How Can I Tell?
-- Originally published March 8, 2019. Updated May 7, 2026. -- Your dog’s paws usually don’t get much attention until something changes. One day they’re walking normally, and the next they’re limping, licking, or refusing to let you touch a foot. When that happens,...
How Can I Keep My Dog’s Paws Healthy?
Dogs use their paws like humans use their feet. Because of this, it’s important that your dog’s paws are taken care of especially as they age. The pads of the paw are soft and cushion-like. This is to help protect your dog’s bones and joints from shock, and also to...
Are Dog Boots Necessary?
The short answer: No. When most people think of dog boots, they think of a pampered pooch who is doted with a luxurious life by its owner. While much of the footwear for dogs out there is created simply for the delight of the owner and not any real purpose for the...
Why Does My Dog Not Want To Walk On Smooth Surfaces?
Some dogs just don’t like to walk on smooth surfaces - this could be the result of their temperament, depression, anxiety or a host of other reasons. If you see that your dog suddenly becomes afraid of walking on slippery surfaces then we suggest that you first make a...
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