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For a normal dog who doesn’t have atopic dermatitis or any other skin irritation, you can use human hair shampoo to bathe your dog.

While it can seem daunting at first, learning the basics of how to groom a dog is well within reach for many dog owners.

Fleas are among the most irritating and harmful parasites that attack dogs. Fleas are among the most irritating and harmful parasites that attack dogs.

As a do-it-yourself project, pitch removal requires time and patience, so take an objective look at the situation. Is there a small amount of pitch in your dog’s hair? Or is there a lot? Is your pup able to sit or lie still for half an hour or more? Do you enjoy grooming your dog?

The basic ingredient in any shampoo is soap, and you can use anything from a liquid dish soap (look for sensitive-skin formulas) to baby shampoo or a castile soap containing olive oil, coconut oil, jojoba oil, or other moisturizing oils.

A dog's sleep requirements are influenced by their age, breed, activity level, and individual makeup. Puppies, very active dogs, and seniors need their power naps. Adult dogs in their prime sleep more like people do.

The active ingredient in Pepto Bismol and generic versions is bismuth subsalicylate, an antidiarrheal medication that can safely reduce a dog’s symptoms of diarrhea, nausea, heartburn, gas, and stomach pain.

Why does my dog have a tattoo on their tummy? Animal shelters and spay/neuter clinics routinely tattoo dogs with green or blue ink after spaying or neutering.

Cheatgrass is an invasive species that is also known as downy brome. It overwhelms native grass species, reducing wildlife habitat and livestock forage; and increases the risk of wildfires in Western ecosystems. It is also a persistent health hazard to dogs whose seeds can cause injury to the nose, ears, skin, and even the digestive and respiratory tracts.

Learn the symptoms of diabetes mellitus (including increased water consumption, urinary incontinence, and UTIs) so you can quickly seek a diagnosis and treatment if you see them in your dog.

It is highly unlikely for a fox to attack a dog. Especially one that is accompanied by their human. However, a fox that is guarding newborn cubs, or is infected with the rabies virus might be aggressive so caution is warranted.

Your dog’s paw pads act like the soles of our shoes, cushioning your dog’s stride and protecting her paws from damage. Weather conditions, strenuous...