Some of my favorite things to write about are topics that have to do with living green, saving money, pregnancy, weddings, and dogs. When I'm not writing, I love to spend time with my husband, read, create 3D artwork and Native American beadwork.
I think that most dog owners will agree with me here. The worst thing in the world to see if your dog suffering. It makes you feel terrible when you know that your dog is hurting, or uncomfortable. Unfortunately, dog allergies can be very debilitating. The symptoms alone are enough to make you cringe: red eyes itchy skin discharge coming out of the eyes and nose itchy feet red spots from scratching While only your vet can diagnose whether or not your dog is actually … [Read more...]
Does your dog bark when she hears the doorbell ring? Is it driving you nuts? You're not the only dog owner to experience this. Let's face it, it's a natural reaction for your dog to bark at the doorbell -- because she's learned over time that the doorbell ringing means someone is at the door. And, most likely, someone at the door mean she gets to interact with someone new. Here's how you can train your dog to stop barking every time the doorbell rings... … [Read more...]
Why is it that dogs love terrible smells so much? I once had a dog that could find the foulest smelling stuff and then would roll in it just for fun! That same dog thought it was fun to play with skunks, even though every time she did it she got blasted with loads of stink! Then again, some dogs just seem to have a natural "funk" to them. Dog smell can be a lifelong thing that you have to deal with day in and day out, especially if your dog has a thicker coat. While you always have … [Read more...]
Hybrid dogs (what many are calling designer dogs) are canines that have purebred parents but each parent is from a different breed. Some examples are: Labradoodle - a dog that was bred to be a low-shedding dog with the behavior traits of a service or guide dog; a cross between a Labrador and a Poodle. Borderjack - a dog bred from a Border Collie and Jack Russell Terrier; created to excel in dog sports. Cockapoo - a dog that was bred to be low-shedding, good with kids, active, and a … [Read more...]
If you have a dog, then you know what I'm talking about when I refer to that oh so dreaded dog pee! It can ruin your flooring in no time -- including carpet, linoleum, and wood floors -- if it's not cleaned up the right way. Plus, it stinks! Fortunately, it is possible to remove dog urine from the surfaces inside your home. You just need to do it the right way in order to preserve your floors. Here's how to remove dog urine stains and odors properly... … [Read more...]
Sometimes dogs can get an upset stomach, eat the wrong thing, come down with something, or for some other reason end up vomiting. This can be a scary experience for a dog owner because it's usually not clear what exactly is causing your dog to vomit. Some things that can cause your dog to vomit are: eating non-food items food allergies parasites infectious diseases (like Parvo) cancer liver or kidney disease pancreatitis ...to name just a few. One thing you need to … [Read more...]
As long as I can remember, there's always been controversy surrounding the safety of tap water for human consumption vs bottled water. Now, some dog owners are wondering whether tap water is safe enough for their pets as well. Tap water is marginally accepted as a source of water for dogs but is generally not recommended. If you know the exact number of total dissolved solids in your tap water, you may choose to use it. Water containing less than 5000 parts per million of total … [Read more...]
For dog owners, Halloween just wouldn't be Halloween unless the dog got in on the fun too! Of course your dog has to get different "treats" -- because candy and refined sugar are not good for dogs. But that doesn't mean your dog can't get their favorite doggie treats on Halloween instead. I've seen people dress their dogs in all kinds of costumes. Some of my favorites have been when the dog's Halloween costume is the perfect match to a person's costume -- like a kid and his dog dressed … [Read more...]
While most dogs do just fine out in the sun, there are a few important things you should know about dog sunburn and dog skin cancer. Beyond the facts, it's up to you to do everything in your power to protect your dog from ever getting a sunburn in the first place. Following are 5 simple things you can do to prevent your dog from getting a sunburn... … [Read more...]
Most of us don't really think about the sun and how it affects our dogs -- except to be sure that we provide plenty of water and shade for our four-legged friends during the summer months. Right? Well, believe it or not, your dog's skin can be seriously damaged by the sun! Yep, just like people, dogs get sunburns too. And you may not realize this, but dogs also get skin cancer from too much exposure to the sun. Here's what you need to know about dog sunburn, doggie skin cancer, and … [Read more...]
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