Category Archives: Caring for a Pet

5 Tips for Safe Summer Fun for Your Dog

Visit Pampered Paw GiftsThe warm summer sun is just around the corner, and many dogs are headed outdoors to enjoy fun in the warmer weather with their owners on the other end of the leash. How many of you are truly prepared to protect against the dangers that the warm temperatures, intense sun, and nature throw your way during your summer adventures? Protect yourself and your canine companion against all the bugs, sunburns, and other dangers that lurk in your backyard with these 5 easy and affordable tips.

    1. If you have a single-coated dog or a canine companion with light-colored and thin fur then you may want to invest in some quality sunscreen. That’s right, humans are not the only ones who benefit from the power of SPF! These dogs are susceptible to severe sunburns that can actually become more than just an uncomfortable situation. If left untreated, sunburns can even turn into painful infections that require vet care. A few minutes of application time can prevent all of this easily!

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Chews Wisely: The Ultimate Guide to Dog Dental Health with Dental Chews and Tooth Brushing

Tooth Brushing Boost Your Dog's Oral Health As a dog owner, maintaining your furry friend’s health goes beyond regular vet visits, a balanced diet, and plenty of exercise. An often overlooked, but essential aspect of canine wellness, is oral hygiene. Through proper dog dental care – specifically, dog dental chews and tooth brushing – you can help ensure your pet’s teeth and gums stay healthy while also preventing serious dental diseases. In this blog post, we’ll delve into the benefits of dog dental chews and tooth brushing, while sharing some top tips for maintaining your pet’s oral health.

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How To Keep Your Dog’s Skin Healthy

Dog at SpaHealthy skin in a dog is just as important to him as your skin health is to you. Just like humans, dogs can suffer from a variety of skin conditions from infections to parasites and even dander or dry skin. For dog lovers, nothing is more comforting or enjoyable than running your fingers through a soft and clean dog coat with healthy, moisturized skin underneath. By following these easy and simple tips you can make your dog’s skin healthy and keep it that way.

    1. Don’t overwash your pet. A dog that is bathed too often has all of his natural, protective oils stripped from his skin, leaving him itchy and dry. This makes him scratch more than he should, which can lead to open cuts and sores all over his body and opens him up to secondary infections. Aside from those dangers, you also end up with a stronger doggy odor smell from a dog that is washed too often as his body attempts to compensate for the major loss in skin and coat oils. Use puppy bath wipes or waterless shampoos in between your regular washings. The rule of thumb for dog grooming is every 6 to 8 weeks unless he gets into something like mud.

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Dog Allergies – The Signs, Types, And Ways to Treat Them Effectively

Did someone tell you that their dog suffers from allergies? Or has your vet told you that your furry buddy might have an allergic reaction? Also, do you feel that your pet already has an allergy? In all the cases, you will notice that there is no specific rule that dog allergies follow. There are many kinds of allergies that can lead to issues in your dogs.

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Beat the Heat: Essential Tips to Safeguard Your Dog’s Paws from Sizzling Summer Sidewalks

As the summer season approaches, many dog owners look forward to spending more time outside with their furry friends. However, this warmer weather also brings certain hazards, one of the most overlooked being hot sidewalks. This guide aims to provide you with essential information on protecting dog paws from hot sidewalks. By being informed, you can ensure that your walks remain a source of enjoyment, not discomfort for your pet.

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How to Choose the Perfect Bed for Your Dog’s Sleeping Habits.

Hey there, let’s chat about why it’s so important to choose the perfect bed for your furry buddy. A comfortable and supportive bed is crucial for your pup’s health and happiness, just like it is for us humans. Getting a good night’s sleep is essential for dogs to stay healthy and energetic. With so many options out there, though, finding the right bed can be overwhelming. That’s why I’m here to help! In this article, I’ll give you some handy tips to make sure you pick the best bed for your furry friend.

When choosing a dog bed, the first thing to consider is your dog’s sleeping habits. Does your dog like to stretch out or curl up when they sleep? Do they like to snuggle or sleep alone? These are essential factors to consider when choosing a bed that will be comfortable for your dog. A dog that likes to stretch out when sleeping will need a bed that is large enough to accommodate their body length, whereas a dog that likes to curl up will benefit from a bed with raised sides or walls.

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How Expensive is it to raise a Dog?

If you are a pet owner, the chances are that you love your pet almost as much as you love your family. That is understandable because in many ways our pets become part of the family.

This is true of dogs in particular because they have such loyal and affectionate natures. Many owners buy their dogs as pups and watch them grow like their children.

Dogs also need shelter, food, and a place to sleep, as people do. Unfortunately, another thing they have in common with us is that they sometimes get sick, leaving you scared and facing bills for treatment.

Let us take a look at the different expenses that keeping a dog entails so you have an idea of what to expect.

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Dog Pet Guide Helps Dog Owners Find the Best Dog Food for Pups

You come across so many types of dog food in the market, and choosing the right one can be bewildering at times. Certain things can, however, lead to an appropriate choice, such as
your dog’s breed, age, and activity status. You also know that their nourishment requirements may vary if they have specific health concerns. So, it becomes another criterion. Still, you may wonder about the accuracy of your decision and want to consult with your veterinarian for their professional opinion on the type of food that can be best for
your dog. Your vet can ask you to watch your dog’s weight and energy level to ensure adequate nutrition.

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Why Should We Use CBD to Supplement Treatments for Our Pet?

What is CBD?

It’s an acronym for cannabidiol, a compound extracted from the flowers and buds of the cannabis plant. CBD doesn’t contain tetrahydrocannabinol, a compound that causes the high feeling associated with marijuana. As such, it’s considered safe for medicinal and therapeutic use. It explains the ongoing use of the compound in dog treats and supplements too. A study conducted at Colorado State University found that healthy dogs could tolerate CBD pretty well. 

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