Does the pH Level of Your Dog’s Shampoo Matter? The pH (acid-alkaline) level of your dog’s shampoo matters, along with synthetic fragrances and harmful chemicals. Choose an unscented, mildly alkaline (7-7.5) shampoo to prevent hot spots, inflammation and skin damage. Avoid cleaning products like vinegar, most baby shampoos, Castille soap,…
Can You Use Baby Shampoo On Dogs? Dirty Dog Questions Answered Your dog’s skin and hair are perfectly designed to help protect him from toxic substances, regulate his temperature and show off that gorgeous coat! Our job as pet parents is to help him stay healthy while we keep him looking…
Natural Remedies for Hot Spots on Your Golden Retriever Hot spots in dogs are painful, moist, rapidly growing skin infections. Treat them at home in four steps: (1) Remove hair around the sore (2) Clean the skin with saline (3) Soothe itching with chamomile (4) Treat the infection with colloidal…
Homemade Flea and Tick Spray Recipes Make these easy natural flea and tick sprays for your dog without worrying about harmful chemicals and pesticides. Beginner and advanced recipes contain well researched essential oils like turmeric, cedar and geranium. Dogs’ skin and noses are sensitive; start with a small amount or…
Dogs and Covid-19 Dogs can feel under the weather sometimes, just like us. They might occasionally catch a dog version of the common cold, and are usually able to kick it quickly with their strong immune systems. But what about Covid-19? Coronaviruses are a large family of viruses which may…
Why Do Dogs Eat Grass? When to Worry If your dog is frantically eating grass, he may be nauseous or have an upset stomach. Dogs that frequently chew grass may be anxious, nutrient deficient, bored or looking for pleasure, taste and stimulation. Others self-heal by looking for medicinal properties in…