Feeding and Daily Care

Some people buy only one dog bed for sleeping purposes and assume the rest of the day a bed is not needed. Dogs will often curl up on a rug on the floor, on a soft pillow, or on the sofa if allowed. So maybe one bed is enough. Yet, […]

You may be thinking about a raw food diet for your dog as this is currently a very popular trend. Proponents maintain that raw food is what your dog’s ancestors ate in the wild thousands of years ago. Additionally, it is thought that raw food is higher in protein and

Deciding how to best feed a beloved pet is a decision that I, like many dog owners, take seriously. While some advocate for strictly home-cooked meals, citing the superiority of organic ingredients, others, including veterinary professionals, endorse the benefits of scientifically formulated commercial diets. It’s clear to me that the

As loving dog owners, we think of our dogs as part of our family. So, naturally, we want to make sure that they are well cared for and receive wholesome, tasty meals. As a result, many people want to prepare homemade food for their furry pals just as they would

You may think that since kibble is dry food, it can last indefinitely. After all, the dry cereal we eat for breakfast seems to last quite a while in our pantry or even after we open the box. But dry kibble for dogs has many more ingredients than human cereal

Does washing our dog’s bed seem like an overwhelming task? If you have a large dog and therefore a large bed, the size may seem like too much for your washer. Even a medium to small-sized bed can be a lot to stuff into your wash machine. You may even

Despite the long held belief that a dog’s saliva has anti-bacterial qualities, a dog’s mouth is actually full of germs. Dogs use their mouths to play with toys and the gunk factor found on toys adds up pretty quickly! That is an important reason why you should periodically wash your

We often worry about making sure our dog gets a bath periodically, but how often do you remember to wash your dog’s leash and collar? Maybe never? If so, you may not be alone! Due to the durability of dog leashes and collars, dog owners may not realize that they

Dog owners often wonder how often they should bathe their furry friends. While it’s important to keep your dog clean, bathing them too frequently can actually do more harm than good. So, how often should you wash your dog? Most people wash their dogs on averge, once a month. Dogs