If you’ve ever owned a dog, you’re probably familiar with tear stains. Caused by the overproduction of tears, tear staining is more commonly found in certain breeds than others and often manifests as a reddish-brown liquid. The color results from iron-containing porphyrins, which result from the natural breakdown of red blood cells in an animal’s […]
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Pet obesity – why it’s a problem and how to avoid it Is Your Pet Overweight? How To Know And What To Do The Association for Pet Obesity Prevention says that about 54 percent of dogs and 59 percent of cats are too heavy. While your little love bug might be pampered, you may be […]
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We’ve all been there. One second your pet’s nice and clean and the next they’re a complete mess. How could something so cute, get so dirty, so quickly? They might make messes, but we still love them. Luckily, it’s easier than you might think to get them clean again. Keep the right cat or dog […]
Read the rest of the articleNeed to bathe your pet but no sure where to start? We like to look at bath time at an opportunity for quality time with your pet. Not only can the one-on-one contact result in an increase in the feel-good, love hormone oxytocin (in both you and your fur baby), but you’ll save a considerable […]
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Not long ago, the earthbath team was watching the news, and we saw a wonderful piece on Canine Companions for Independence (CCI). CCI is a nonprofit that is training therapy dogs to comfort children at the University of California San Francisco (UCSF) Benioff Children’s Hospitals as part of their Child Life Services program. The healing power […]
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What to do if your dog has itchy skin? One quick look at a dog park and it’s easy to see that dogs come in many shapes, sizes and colors! This also means different types of skin and coats to care for. While the first step is to use a natural pet shampoo for cleansing, […]
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The environment needs our help and one of the ways you can help is by being an eco-friendly pet parent. You might already recycle or use natural cleansers, but you can continue the green trend in how you care for your pets. It’s easy, makes your pets healthier, and may even save you money. 1. […]
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Caring for your new puppy helps bring you even closer to your new family member. Learning the ins and outs of puppy care might seem daunting, especially if you’ve never owned a dog before, but it’s easier than you think. Besides, one look into that adorable little face makes it all worth it. 1. Find […]
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Summer’s the perfect time to head out with your best furry friend. With so many options, it’s hard to choose what to do. Make sure you don’t miss out on these five must-do summer dog and human adventures to create a season filled with memories for you and your dog. Create A Frozen Treat Frozen […]
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Unless you have a hairless breed, shedding is just another part of owning a pet. That doesn’t mean you have to deal with excessive shedding all over your home. There are a few things you can do to take control over the shedding and keep more of the hair on your pet instead of your […]
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More than 1.26 million puppies were born in 2012, but what were the year’s top pet names. We took a look and found a few interesting trends that have continued on from last year and a couple of new trends as well. Pop Culture has always played a big role in pet names and this […]
Read the rest of the articleTellington Touch is a technique created by Linda Tellington-Jones. It has shown to help improve behavior, enhance performance and health, and teach a dog to learn willingly. The idea behind TTouch is that it helps you connect with your pet even deeper and who wouldn’t want to do that. Here’s a video of how TTouch […]
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