Allowing your dog to go out and play in the park with other dogs is a dream come true for most pets. But for pet owners, it’s not always ideal – especially if your dog gets into a fight or gets fleas from its new friends. If you’ve never come across a flea infestation before, you …

Nobody wants their dog to be in any kind of distress – so we do everything we can to make their lives as pleasurable and happy as possible. Unfortunately, we can’t always control what happens to our four-legged companions.  One of those instances that we don’t have complete control over is an allergic reaction such as …

Letting your dog play with other dogs in the park can be so fun for your dog. However, it comes with a certain downside – your dog could come back home with some fleas. Flea bites can sometimes be difficult to spot – but if your dog comes down with flea allergy dermatitis, it can become …

Is your dog feeling itchy or has crusty, flaky, or moist skin? If yes, you might have to visit a vet – soon. Dog skin conditions, such as bacterial skin infections and fungal skin infections, are the most common causes of treatment at pet clinics. Skin issues do not only cause discomfort for your furry friend …

Staphylococcus is a normal resident of the skin. It’s a common bacteria that may exist freely in the environment, as a parasite on the skin of the host – and in the upper respiratory tracts of animals. Bacteria may be easily passed from animal to animal and, in rare situations, from animal to human.  Any breed …

Getting a new puppy is rarely associated with them being sick. I mean, who wants to think about the worst-case scenarios when they first get their furry companion? However, over time, some health conditions might start to pop up – from mild ones to some that are rather severe. Caring for your pooch also includes knowing what …