We know how much you love your furry friend, and we know how hard it is to see them deal with an irritating skin allergy. Once you discover your dog has a skin condition, you might wonder how often you should be bathing your dog, and what grooming method and skills you should be using […]
Understanding dog food allergy symptoms, causes & treatment As in all types of diseases, the key to treating dog food allergy hinges on accurate diagnosis. For a vet to be able to diagnose correctly, he needs to properly assess the dog food allergy symptoms presented. You, as the owner, will have to go through tedious
A certain level of scratching and licking in dogs is quite normal. In fact, dogs lick as a way to communicate affection. Scratching can indicate dry skin which is quite straightforward to treat. On the other hand, we can’t simply dismiss scratching. A number of serious health conditions start with this seemingly innocent symptom. One
Using human shampoo instead of dog shampoo for allergies When your dog comes home smelling of dead fish, you know that it’s the wrong day to run out of dog shampoo. But what if the dog shampoo bottle is empty to the last drop? What if there’s no time to buy one? Will it be
Finding the best dog food for allergies This is an all too common story: “My dog scratches nonstop. It licks and chews on its tail. It does this to no end, as if doing so provides relief. But obviously, there’s no relief because the gnawing and scratching just goes on and on. I can see
What food options are out there for treating dog food allergies? As a pet owner, you must have seen or heard about hypoallergenic pet food. You will always find it as the more expensive category under the brand of dog food you buy. So chances are that you veer away from it when shopping. When
As a pet parent, you have to be on the lookout for signs of itchy or irritated skin on your dog. If your pet is uncomfortable in its own skin, so to speak, you have to act on it right away. Look for red bumps, bite marks, wounds, and fleas. But what if you can’t
When your dog has allergies, do you instantly reach out for the medicine kit? If you’re anything like us, you may want to check your pantry or garden first. We prefer natural remedies for dog allergies over prescription drugs. Why so? Well, drugs, like antihistamines and steroids have side effects. Also, dogs with allergies tend
