Using dog paw wax can offer several benefits for the health and well-being of your dog's paws. Paw wax forms a protective barrier on your dog's paw pads, shielding them from harsh environmental elements such as hot pavement, cold surfaces, salt, sand, and rough terrain. The moisturizing properties of paw...Read More
Can I put vaseline on my dog?
Vaseline is something that some pet owners think might be good for their pups even though it’s absolutely not. It’s gratifying to know that you want to help your dog’s skin issues by applying Vaseline to their cuts, scrapes, and wounds, but it’s a completely synthetic material, and it’s no...Read More
How important are puppy vaccinations?
Vaccinations help to protect your puppy from severe life threatening infectious diseases. It also stops them from passing these dangerous infections onto other dogs. You should keep your puppy inside and away for unvaccinated dogs until it has been fully vaccinated. Puppy inoculations are designed to give protection against •...Read More
Should I buy a puppy that hasn't been vaccinated?
You’ll need to wait until your puppy is fully covered by their vaccines before they can meet most other dogs. By waiting, you will help to reduce the risk of them getting the nasty diseases that vaccines protect against. Taking your puppy for their first walk is a huge milestone,...Read More
What are the benefits of vaccinating your dog?
Disease prevention is probably the most obvious – and the most important – reason for dog vaccinations. There are a variety of vaccinations you can give your animal in order to decrease the chances of illness (or eliminate them altogether.) It’s especially important that you begin the vaccination cycle when...Read More
Can I walk my puppy 6 days after 2nd vaccination?
Taking your puppy for their first walk is a huge milestone, but you’ll need to wait until they are fully covered by their vaccinations to be safe. This is usually a week or so after their second jab in their primary vaccination course, but this does vary depending on which...Read More
What happens if a puppy isn't vaccinated?
Your Pet Will Be Susceptible to Detrimental and Fatal Diseases. Whether you like it or not, your pet will be more vulnerable to various viruses. It doesn’t matter if they are indoor pets. These microscopic assassins enter your home and find their way to your pets. If you don’t protect...Read More
Is it illegal to sell a puppy without vaccinations in the UK?
Yes, for the welfare of the puppies and to comply with UK law, all puppies sold must be microchipped by the time they are 8 weeks old. Vaccinations are also highly recommended before selling puppies to ensure they are protected against common canine diseases. While it’s legally possible to sell...Read More
Do I really need to vaccinate my dog?
Primary vaccination is essential to prevent the once common deadly diseases in puppies. However, recent research indicates that not all vaccines require yearly boosters. There is no evidence that annual booster vaccination is anything but beneficial to most dogs. Published research has shown conclusively that abstaining from some boosters can...Read More
What happens if I stop vaccinating my dog?
Diseases that you pet can be vaccinated against can have devastating effects. For most of the viruses that affect pets today there is still no treatment other than treating symptoms, so prevention is the only route to prevent suffering and – potentially – death. Exposure to infection isn’t just a...Read More
How long do dogs feel unwell after vaccinations?
Dogs may feel tired and uncomfortable after receiving their vaccinations, they may also experience a mild fever, making them feel off. Generally, these symptoms should only last for a day or two. If your dog still feels unwell after a few days, it is recommended that you contact your veterinarian...Read More
What is a winter cut for a dog?
The Lamb Cut works for dogs who enjoy the snow as well. It keeps their legs and paws warm during the cold winter months. A versatile cut for any dog. The Lamb Cut is a shorter style around the body, with more fur left on the legs.
Dogs’ fur can...Read More
Do dogs get cold after being groomed?
Dogs shaking or having tremors, particularly in their leg areas, starting after a grooming session and sometimes persisting for hours or even days, are one such common theme. Humans often shake or shiver when cold, as our bodies use the shivering mechanism to try to raise our temperature. In most...Read More
Is it better to cut a dog wet or dry?
Wet Shaving is exactly what it sounds like, you shave a dog while it is wet. In my case, I have found that the blade glides through the coat if I shave the dog after the first wash, with the shampoo still on the dog. I have tried both ways,...Read More
Does cutting a dog's fur make them cooler?
You may worry that all that fur will overheat your pet — especially if you have a double-coated or long-haired cat or dog — but in actuality, the coat acts as insulation to keep them warm in the winter and cool in the summer. The American Kennel Club (AKC) says,...Read More