We all remember that tiny dog on “The Wizard of Oz” named Toto. But did you know that dog is what made Cairn Terriers popular? No doubt your pint-sized Cairn has a huge personality like Toto. You’ll be pleased to learn that, as busy as your life is, your newly adopted terrier pup is a…
Getting a manicure is a luxurious and enjoyable way to spend an afternoon, whether you do it yourself or go out to a salon to have it done professionally. Of course, you’re not the only one who enjoys spa days! Your dog can have just as much fun having her paws massaged, clipped, filed, and…
Sensitive skin on a dog is no fun at all. They love to run and jump and roll in things, and itching is only a joy every now and then. It can be hard to see your dog uncomfortable, and naturally, you want to do everything you can for them. However, when bathing frequently to…
OK, so when we say spoil we mean it in the good way — like splurging on them with a special treat every once in a while. There are many ways to treat your fur baby to something special, and many of those are things that can happen during grooming (also known as doggy spa…
As any animal lover knows, there are dozens if not hundreds of shapes for mammal ears. From round mousey flares to attentive kitty triangles to long floppy bunny ears, and dog breeds run the gambit with an incredibly wide variety of ear types and sub-type shapes. Because of this incredible difference of ear from pet to pet,…
While there isn’t any question that being a dog mom or dad is one of the most rewarding experiences on earth, there is one particular matter that everyone could agree is not so pleasant: dog shedding. As the weather warms up, you’ll find plenty of dog fur littered throughout your home on your furniture, clothing,…
The holiday season is just around the corner, and that means it’s time to start preparing for all of the festivities. Obviously, you will want to start shopping for gifts and searching for new recipes, but there are other small tasks that are an equally important part of your preparation. Unfortunately, these smaller tasks often…
Many times, dog grooming is a dog owner’s particular choice. Certain breeds are very easy to care for when it comes to caring for their coats, nails and overall appearance. On the other hand, some breeds absolutely must have scheduled grooming sessions. Got a cute, fluffy lap dog? It probably needs regular grooming and haircuts…
It’s normal for dogs to groom themselves but it can become troublesome. But I thought only cats were susceptible to over-grooming. Sadly, that’s not always the case. If you’ve noticed your fur-baby obsessively licking a spot or two it may lead to a possible serious problem. Before you can treat his obsessive grooming, you need to…
It’s that time of year again! As the weather warms up, the coats come off. And that includes dog coats. During the shedding season, your dog will probably be dropping hair more excessively than normal and we don’t blame you if that drives you crazy! Everywhere you look there is hair on your hardwood floors,…