Whether you’re tired of sinking your hard-earned money into your local groomer or eager to let your artsy ways shine, grooming your dog at home is a wonderful option. However, many dogs don’t enjoy grooming, and one of the biggest mistakes newbie groomers make is not restraining (or properly restraining) their dogs for fear of…
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Whether you went one too many days without cleaning up after your dog in the yard or stepped in someone else’s dog poop, I know the sickening (and smelly) feeling of getting dog poop on your shoes. Furthermore, it’s a dangerous thing to lurk on your shoes, given that dog poop can carry E. Coli,…
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You love your dog, but do you know how often you should bathe a Labradoodle? Can you bathe a Labradoodle too MUCH? As a Labradoodle owner and Poodle Mix expert, I get asked all the time about grooming and bathing. There is so much confusion out there and also conflicting advice. If you are confused…
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It’s not every day that your dog’s pads start to peel, but when it does happen, it can be a cause for concern. So what steps should you take if your dog’s pads begin to peel? Dogs spend a lot of time running and walking on their paws in all sorts of environments, so it’s…
It’s easy to worry about our furry companions, and every oddity sparks some level of concern. Unusual coloring is certainly one of those triggers, especially when it’s your pup’s paws. If you’re wondering why your dog’s paws are pink, we’ve got the answers you need to ease your concerns. Read on to learn everything you…
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You have probably seen dog owners dress their dogs in fancy clothes, collars, leashes, and whatnot. But what about a dog piercing? Can dogs get their ears pierced? If you are thinking of getting your dog’s ears pierced, it might be best to think about what you are getting your dog into! Here’s everything you…
If you ever wondered why your dog scratches his face, you’re in good company. Dogs have many surprising behaviors, and face scratching is one of them. Sometimes they scratch their faces with a paw, but other times you might notice your dog rub his head against the carpet. But why does my dog scratch his…
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A poodle’s coat is more like a human’s hair than most other dogs. It will continue to grow and grow, so you need to know how to groom a poodle at home. Grooming a poodle means: Having some simple skills and a regular grooming day isn’t just a spa treatment to make your poodle dog…
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I don’t think it will surprise anyone to know that I adore Poodles and Poodle crossbreeds. They’re one of my favorite breeds, which led me to start this site. If you’ve ever bathed and groomed a Poodle the wrong way, you learn quickly what not to do. I’ve done it, and I think most Poodle…