Dog Grooming

If you have a flea problem in your home or kennel, this works amazingly well. Fleas can be a real problem for both pets and their owners. You have to rid your entire house of fleas in order to get...

If you take your dog to a groomer many times they will give your dog a flea dip. Every time my dogs had a flea dip, they were sick for a couple of days afterwards. I think the harsh chemical were...

Want your dog to be nice and clean and smell great too? Most dog shampoos tend to smell like well, dog shampoo. I don’t like the way commercial pet shampoos smell and they don’t really make my...

This is an article about how to house train your young puppy. You can also use these methods on an older dog.

If you're looking to add a new canine to your family, the pound is a great place to start your search. These animals are the most vulnerable, as many shelters aren't "no-kill" refuges....

A few months ago my sister's dog got sprayed by a skunk. This of course was a very uncomfortable situation for everyone. The skunk smell can literally make everyone in the family sick and a...

Dogs, like humans have wax in their ears. Some dogs have an excessive wax build up. As part of your dog’s regular care ear wax should be removed. If the ear wax has a foul odor, your dog scratches...

You used to have such a nice dog! But now it has dry, flaky skin, and there seems to be a thin layer of doggy skin flakes all over your house. Dog dander is dead skin flakes--almost, but not...

It’s a fact of life that fleas are attracted to pets. The little pests love to furrow down into the warm fur of our animals. Fleas multiply quickly and it doesn’t take long for a couple of fleas...

Many Americans are saving money by extending the time between pet grooming visits or doing the grooming on their own. If you have a dog that requires any amount of grooming, you know that a...

Shih-tzu dogs are friendly little pups with sweet faces and beautiful hair. The hair is especially pleasing to the eye when it has bows in it. There are a few different areas on the dog that are...

We have all seen a beautiful long haired dog trotting down the road, coat glistening in the sun, hair gently swaying in the breeze. While many people believe the upkeep on such a coat must be...

Otodecetes cynaotis, commonly known as ear mites, is a problem that many pet owners face. Most dogs and cats are carriers of ear mites, and will develop a problem at some point. As the mites feed...

While most attention goes to the care of a dogs coat and overall health, the dogs teeth seem to get neglected. Caring for and cleaning your dogs teeth is an effective way to keep their teeth strong.

It's important to clean your dogs ear on a regular basis. Dog ear infections, or dog ear problems can happen if they're not cleaned on a regular basis. It's usually pretty basic information on how...

Do you have a hard time giving your dog a bath? Does your dog squirm and try to get away? Does your dog get all wet and then shake? If you(and your dog) are in this situation then here are a few tips.

Grooming is an essential part of caring for a dachshund. Besides keeping your dog healthy and happy, grooming offers hands-on contact that benefits this sometimes high-strung breed. Even smooth...

Whoo, what is that smell? Dogs tend to have a slight canine odor that can be a bit unpleasant for those who aren't used to it. It is quite true that dogs don't sweat in the same manner that...

Style is something that many of us strive to achieve but sometimes we forget to create stylish looks for our pets. During the winter months you want your pet to look as sleek as you do. Here are...

Are you wondering how to properly brush your dog? Are you puzzled as to why your groomer says your dog has to be shaved down? Tangles and mats can hide skin conditions and fleas, as well as pinch...

All of us " do-it-yourselfers" and animal owners, know the crazy high cost of getting our pets nails clipped! Some pets are fine with it. Others turn into the "Pet...

When dogs and skunks encounter each other, it rarely ends well for the dog. Fortunately, there is an easy-to-make remedy that can cut right through the oily skunk spray. The trick is applying it...

Everyday countless people trim their dogs toenails without knowing how to do it properly and cause them undue pain. Oftentimes they cut too close and into the quick which causes both pain and...

Part of keeping your dog healthy is grooming him/her' s nails. Having a dog's nails to long is dangerous for their nails getting caught in the carpet. There have been reports where a dog got it's...

Visit any pet store or pet supply website and you'll find tons of different types of shampoos for your pets. There are a few things to consider to narrow down your options and choose the right one.

Cutting your dog's toenails is an important part of his or her health maintenance. Unless they are cut, the nails will keep growing---ultimately into your dog's foot pads. While nail clippers are...

Flea bites cause your dog to itch and scratch, and often cause skin reactions. Fleas carry tape worms, which can be transferred to the dog if it bites or ingests the fleas. Here is how to kill...

A pet's paws are hard enough to trim when you can see the quick, but this article explains what you do when the nails aren't white. Read on...

Walking your dog is important in order to reduce behavior problems and to optimize growth and development. But how often do you need to walk a dog? Read on to find out how often you need to walk a...

hello in this article i will explain hoe to groom your yorkie.it will be easy and basic steps first Bathe your Yorkie once a week only use dog shampoo human shampoo does not have the right ph...

With the downturn in the economy, many non-profits have seen a sharp drop in donations and are struggling. For animal shelters, the economic crisis has also resulted in more pets being abandoned...

Medications for flea and tick prevention are readily available for pets, but these products can be costly and contain harmful ingredients. These ingredients are not only damaging to fleas and...

Fleas are very pesky little bugs that love to house themselves on your pets and in your home. Once they get in they travel in packs and can be very hard to get rid of. In this article I will teach...

Trimming a dog and puppy's nails can be a frightening experience for both you and the dog. If you trim the nails too far down, it could cause the dog to bleed an excessive amount. Take proper...

What makes a Pug so darned adorable? His wrinkles of course. But debris gets trapped inside those wrinkles - mainly the deep fold above the nose - causing discomfort and even infection. Don't wait...

We all love our dog’s and even though we love them sometimes they can get a little on the smelly side even with regular bathing. This is for their favorite places where they love to lay around. ...

Sometimes my dogs stink! Their coat seems to absorb an unpleasant outdoor odor. When your dog smells like…well a dog, your entire house begins to smell like a dog. The dog lays on the furniture or...

Homemade flea shampoos are a great alternative to avoid the harsh chemicals commonly found in over- the-counter products. Horrible reactions can be contracted due to these chemical such as a...

If you attempt to groom your dog at home then purchasing a dependable clipper is a must have. There are several brands and types of clippers but knowing which one to buy is quite a challenge. For...

A dog’s ears are a very sensitive and often neglected part of their bodies. You must clean your dog’s ears on a regular basis to prevent infection and injury. Most dogs need their ears cleaned...

HI trying to find the paw-fect dog grooming salon can be kinda hard but there are thing you can do to find the paw-fect groomer. first you want to find one that is clean, licensed with the...

Are you ever on your way out the door and you realize you have animal hair on your clothes? Don't spend a lot of money at the store buying expensive pet hair removers. Here is a quick and easy way...

How to properly bathe a dog .first you will need to take a pin brush if long haired or if shot haired a comb and brush or comb the dog if long haired making sure there are no matts (if dogs has...

If you tried to trim your dogs nails and he fights you tooth and nail - that's exactly where we were. Not any more! We started out trying trim our dog's nails ourselves to save money, but the...

You've probably seen the commercials for the nifty "new" tool to make clipping your dogs' nails easy, painless and fun. No hype, just a few pieces of advice from someone who loves her...

Thanks to your beloved dog's curiosity and persistence, one of your worst fears as a pet parent has just happened--your dog has been sprayed by a skunk. Skunk spray is made of an oily substance...

Everyone has an opinion on how to choose a groomer, and this is mine. Preferring to do as much grooming as we can ourselves, we do not frequent the local groomer. When we do want to skip all that...

Cleaning your dog's teeth is an important way to keep him healthy. While this might not be the first thing dog owners worry about, dogs can get cavities and gum disease just like humans do. In...

Cleaning your dog's ears with natural household products can be very effective in times of trouble as well as for regular maintenance. The key to success with these home remedies is consistency....

Dog ownership is rewarding in many ways. Dogs love you, no matter what, are always happy to see you, and will remain faithful and loyal to you as long as you are there for them. But when you have...