About Dogs and dog health in Minnesota
Dog breath… when they’re pups, their breath is cute, doesnt smell bad and you don’t mind the puppy licking you. But when your dog is grown, this is when bad breath starts to take hold, especially if you don’t realize that dental hygiene is as important for their dogs as it is for you. Any…
The say everything with moderation, this includes what you feed your pets this summer. Sure, there are going to be barbecues, picnics and other family get-togethers where you’ll need to be mindful on the amount of food people will give your dog. But you also need to watch why kinds of foods they’ll be given…
Dogs can get heat stroke, especially if left in a parked car, or in a kennel without ventilation. We’re going to show you what to look for and what measures can be taken to prevent heat stroke. This is one of those topics we don’t enjoy writing about, but owners need to be reminded that…
Dogs, just like humans, can become unhealth from bad habits and not enough exercise. Dogs can also acquire diseases like diabetes, heart disease and gum diseases that cause dental problems and bad breath. Dogs can also, believe it or not, develop allergies triggering a sneezefest in your home. Dogs with allergies are not as uncommon…
Keeping your dog’s teeth clean is essential to not only having fresh breath but also a healthy body, as we’ll discover. You vet will tell you about the importance of oral hygiene because tooth and gum problems are common medical conditions seen in pets. If left unchecked, an unhealthy mouth can affect the liver, kidneys,…
Even though we still have some snow on the ground, and probably will till June, it’s always a big deal to get outdoors with your dog and enjoy crisp, cool air, frolic in the snow and take in the visual splendor of nature. A walk in the woods can be an exhilarating experience for you…
The holidays are over, and things have settled back down into your Winter routine for the new year. Some things weren’t tended to, like bathing your dog. So, wondering if your dog smells? Probably. So let’s dive into why your dog smells and what you can do about it.