Paw licking is a normal thing for dogs. It’s almost like us washing our hands in a way. However, if the licking is a constant habit for your dog, this can be an indicator that something is wrong. Reasons for frequent licking An injury If your dog is licking their foot constantly, and you notice… Continue reading Why Does Your Dog Lick Their Paws?
Author: Hannah Anderson
Is Your Dog’s Poop Healthy?
When should you be concerned with your dog’s stool? Even if you hate looking at poop, it’s important to always look at your dog’s poop to make sure their gut is doing great! Here are the 5 different types of stool to be familiar with. Hard If your dog’s stool looks hard or they’re having… Continue reading Is Your Dog’s Poop Healthy?
Which Dog Breed is Best for You?
If you want a specific type of dog, picking a breed can be hard. Looking at each dog in their specific classification group can help determine which breed is for you. These groups look at each dog based on what they were initially bred for, their size, and their activity level. According to the American… Continue reading Which Dog Breed is Best for You?
How to Give Your Dog a Bath
So it’s time to give your pup a bath… If you don’t want to go to a groomer, then you’ll want a good idea on how to bathe your dog properly. Location First, you’ll want to decide where you’re going to bathe your dog. This will depend on their size. If they’re just a puppy… Continue reading How to Give Your Dog a Bath
Why is Your Dog Afraid of Their Food Bowl?
There can be a number of reasons your dog is hesitant to eat or drink out of their bowls. Here are a few reasons why your dog is scared and ways to try and help them: Size The bowel may be too big, small, or deep for your dog. If you think this is the… Continue reading Why is Your Dog Afraid of Their Food Bowl?
Dogs NOT for First-Time Owners
If you’ve never had a dog before or never helped take care of one, you’ll want to consider what you want in a dog, as well as what you can handle before adopting. Siberian Husky These cute sled dogs can be very vocal, and have a lot of personality. These dogs require long walks and… Continue reading Dogs NOT for First-Time Owners
Dogs for First-Time Owners
The dogs listed here are easy to handle with basic training, friendly, and good with families. Pretty much almost any small dog is a great option for first time owners. This can include: Chihuahua These small bundles of personality are full of love! They will love to spend quality time with you. They love to… Continue reading Dogs for First-Time Owners
How to Maintain Your Dog’s Healthy Weight
All of us as dog owners want our dogs to be at a healthy weight; not too skinny or not too fat. It’s hard to tell what a healthy weight for your dog is, so how should you maintain this? Ask your vet You can ask your vet for some advice on how to maintain… Continue reading How to Maintain Your Dog’s Healthy Weight
How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?
How often you should bathe your dog is going to depend on their hair type, skin, and how active they are. The weather can also play a role as rain and melted snow make the ground wet and muddy. Hair type If your dog has short hair, then you don’t have to bathe them that… Continue reading How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?
How to Crate Train Your Puppy
Crate training can give your dog their own personal space where they feel safe and comfortable, as well as preventing them from chewing and destroying items in your home. Type and size Before the training actually begins, you’ll want to know which crate you should buy. There are different types of crate, such as plastic,… Continue reading How to Crate Train Your Puppy