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Dog Grooming 101 – How to Clean a Female Dog in Heat

bathing a dog - American cocker spaniel wet

When a female dog comes in heat (or comes in season), she discharges variable amounts of blood in the 10-14 days of the heat cycle. Most bitches clean themselves but it is also up to the owners to keep their girls clean. In this guide, we will discuss some important tips to keep your dog clean and odor-free when she is in heat. First, Continue Reading

Best Dog Diapers for Female Dogs in Heat

Puppy in washable diaper sits on the floor,

A female dog in heat (also known as a ‘bitch in season’) tends to get a discharge that could mess up your floors and carpets. This is where doggie diapers and disposable doggie pads can help. Dog diapers can protect your rugs and carpets from the stains and also keep your pet from licking her privates. After all; too much licking can make Continue Reading

Greater Swiss Mountain Dog – Meet the Muscular Swissy

Greater Swiss Mountain, Switzerland dog standing on the grass

The Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, or Swissy for short, is the forerunner of the Swiss Sennenhunden: Bernese mountain dog, Appenzeller Mountain Dog, and Entlebucher Mountain Dog. In fact, the Swissy is the largest of all four Sennenhunden breeds. Find out all about the Swissy’s mysterious beginnings, temperament, and other facts in case Continue Reading

Appenzeller Sennenhund – The Family Oriented Swiss Farm Dog

Appenzell mountain dog

The Appenzeller Sennenhund or Appenzeller for short is a dog breed that originated in Switzerland. It is one among the four Swiss shepherd dog breeds, the other three being Entlebucher Mountain Dog, Greater Swiss Mountain Dog, and the more popular Bernese Mountain Dog. Let us study the breed’s characteristics, temperament, physical Continue Reading

Entlebucher Mountain Dog – The Swiss Herder

Swiss dog entlebucher Swiss outdoors.

The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is a herding dog from Switzerland. It is one of the four Swiss shepherd dogs, the other three being the Greater Swiss Mountain dog, the Appenzeller, and the Bernese Mountain dog. The Entlebucher Mountain Dog is the smallest among these although appearance-wise, it is often mistaken for the Bernese. Find Continue Reading

Canaan Dog – The Bedouin Sheepdog From Israel

Canaan dog standing in water

The Canaan Dog is an ancient breed that has existed for thousands of years. It has all the qualities of an alert guard dog and that was the main purpose behind its breeding in its country of origin - Israel. Thanks to their other qualities, Canaani dogs soon found acceptance as household pets and even as show ring participants around the Continue Reading

Best Dog Cameras to Keep an Eye on Your Pet

dog or baby monitor camera on a desk

We love our pets and their endearing quirks. But we also worry about their safety while we are at work or when they have to be left home alone all day. We want to know how they spend their time when we are out, where they nap, whether they eat, and even if they are tearing up our sofa cushions. Thanks to pet cameras, we can do all that. Continue Reading

20 Funny Dog Grooming Photos That Will Surely Make You Smile

funny dog grooming photos

What would we do without dogs? They love us unconditionally and they are always happy to see us. They comfort us when we need it the most. But then they need grooming. Regular grooming… This article features 20 funny and adorable dog grooming photos detailing their faces (and fur) in various stages of grooming. Overzealous pet parents Continue Reading

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