Category Archives: Health

One of the best diets for a dog with ulcers is the bland diet. The reason the bland diet works so well to ease the pain from an ulcer is because acidic foods irritate the ulcer. Foods such as rice and boiled chicken are less acidic than dry kibble. There are few things more heartbreaking […]

Herbs can work wonders for dogs that have allergies. When choosing which herbs to use, you want to start by selecting one that has antihistamine properties. This includes Nettles, Astragalus, Thyme, and Chickweed. All these herbs are considered safe for dogs and can provide allergy relief. It’s not only humans who are benefiting from more […]

The best thing to add to your dog’s food for dry skin is a healthy oil. The four best oils for dry skin are coconut, olive, fish, and krill. Start by pouring a small amount over their food. Too much oil in one sitting can cause severe digestive issues. There goes Fido again. He keeps […]

Pig ears dog treats are made of dehydrated natural cartilage and skin of a pig ears (as the name suggests). Some recipes will add flavoring, but this usually isn’t required since pig ears are high in fat (making them very flavorful). You are at the pet store with Fido, and you come across a selection […]

The best thing to feed a dog after a tooth extraction is soft, canned dog food. Avoid dry kibble or anything hard that requires chewing. Ideally, the canned food will contain the same meat source as the dry kibble. Make sure your dog drinks plenty of fluid after the tooth extraction. You just picked up […]

Some of the most common signs that your dog was weaned too early include aggression, possession, destruction, separation anxiety, excessive play, or biting. In addition to behavioral issues, a puppy can develop health issues such as malnutrition and a weakened immune system. You and Fido have been best friends for a while. You have always […]

It’s ok to kiss your dog on the head as long as your dog doesn’t show any signs of aggression or fear. Kissing does not come naturally to dogs, but most dogs will quickly realize this is your way of showing affection. Before kissing your dog, just remember that dogs carry many germs, so do […]

The best way to make dog hair soft is to give your dog regular baths, but adding oatmeal every other bath. Soft fur starts with healthy skin, and oatmeal baths keep the skin soft. It’s also important to add healthy fat into your dog’s food, such as fish or coconut oil. We love our dogs […]

Rats are not attracted to dog urine. In fact, the opposite is true. Rats are attracted to dog feces, but urine acts as a repellent. The reason for this is survival instincts. Dogs are a natural predator to rats, so they do their best to stay away from dog urine. If you’re experiencing a rat […]

A dog will become completely sterile 6 weeks after being neutered. Even though a dog will not be able to produce new sperm when they get neutered, dormant sperm will remain functional for a few more weeks. Neutering is the surgical castration of a male dog done by removing its testicles. This is to sterilize […]