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No surprises here: being a pet parent is a big responsibility. There are so many aspects to a dog’s wellbeing— from heart health to a shiny coat— keeping up with Fido’s maintenance routine requires both prevention and intervention methods. You may be wondering, “does the same apply to my pup’s paws?” Paw health is a…

Fleas are the bane of every dog owner’s existence. First, they irritate your pet with feverishly itchy bites. The scratching begins. Next, the fleas invade your home.      If your dog has fleas, your veterinarian will probably recommend something like Frontline or Advantage. If your home is infested, you might even be thinking about a professional…

Why Is My Dog’s Nose Turning Pink? Is your dog’s nose turning pink? Pink dog nose occurs when a dog’s normally dark nose loses pigment and becomes noticeably lighter in color. A dark dog nose can become brown or pink. Sometimes lighter dog noses may still have a darker stripe across the nose. The outer…

The dog days of summer can be RUFF — especially for, well, your dog! They’re members of the family, too so it’s only natural that they tag along for all the summer fun. But as they do, it’s crucial as dog owners to make sure your four-legged friend is safe all summer long — from…

Does your dog have dry, irritated and itchy skin? It can be quite frustrating and uncomfortable when it happens to us, humans, and although they can’t speak and express the same frustrations and concerns, dogs often experience dry skin issues, too.    Lucky for us, when we notice our skin is a bit dry, we…

A serious case of lip fold dermatitis is often distinguishable by smell alone—it can smell terrible! It’s not uncommon for dog owners to mistake the stench for bad breath. If “bad breath” persists even when your dog’s mouth is closed, and/or you take good care of your dog’s oral health, lip fold dermatitis might be…

Is your dog constantly scratching at his or her ears? Dog ear irritation is common and can be sparked by a variety of things, including a fungal or yeast infection of the ear. Signs of dog ear irritation include: Scratching and pawing at ears Head shaking Red or swollen ears Unusual odor coming from ears…

“Dog bath time!” you say, just as your pup darts away at full-speed. Not all dogs enjoy bath time, and not all humans enjoy giving their dog a bath. After all, the process can get rather wet and messy. As fellow dog owners, we get it… but as tedious as this chore may be, it’s…

An interdigital cyst, technically known as an interdigital furuncle, is a painful lesion or growth found between dog toes.  These irritating growths tend to represent pyogranulomatous inflammation and are generally not cystic, which is why they are properly known as interdigital furuncles. If your dog is chewing his paws or limping check out each paw pad…