Natural ingredients such as aloe, honey, and vinegar can be useful for treating your dog’s minor wounds at home. Credit: Ashley-Belle Burns | Getty Image While serious injuries require medical attention, many common problems can be treated on the trail or at home with simple, inexpensive, …
Many of these foods are sold directly by the manufacturer, some by subscription. A few of the largest and oldest companies’ products can be found in chain pet supply stores, but the majority of these foods are sold in independent pet supply stores that specialize in …
: We recommend buying food from independent pet supply stores whenever possible, as these owners and managers are often better educated about nutrition and can help you make buying decisions based on your dog’s needs. Photo by Nancy Kerns. It’s getting increasingly difficult to neatly categorize …
Making the SDMA blood test part of your older dog’s wellness workup can help detec t developing kidney disease. Credit: Fat Camera | Getty Images A telltale sign of early-stage kidney disease in dogs is increased thirst, which results in increased urination. You may be filling …
The summer games are here, and that means Team USA dog toys for fun, photo ops, and to make memories while supporting your favorite athletes. Now is a great time to stock up on summer dog toys for the big games. Here’s our deep dive at …
Dog poop is a part of our everyday life, but our lifestyle does not have to be so “poopy” for the environment. Our dogs are a part of our family, and caring for them is a central part of our routine. It might surprise some dog owners …
Unfortunately for some multi-pet households, dogs can be allergic to cat dander. Credit: chendongshan | Getty Images Dogs can be allergic to a wide variety of environmental allergens including pollen from trees, weeds, and grasses. Other potential allergens include molds, dust and storage mites, insects, and …
Cheatgrass awns can burrow into a dog’s skin, causing serious, potentially deadly injuries and infections. Credit: MoKa | Getty Images Cheatgrass (Bromus tectorum) is well named. The invasive species—also known as downy brome—overwhelms native grass species, reducing wildlife habitat and livestock forage; increases the risk of …