What were those times when at Granny or on the farm gave what was left of the food for the dogs. Whether that was good for the dogs is another matter, but compared to many industrially produced dog foods today, it was definitely better. What? Eating off the table was better than many of today’s dog foods? Yes, you’ve read that correctly! Unfortunately, over 90% of all feed is industrial feed, filled with cheap fillers, flavor enhancers, slaughterhouse waste, sugar, artificial preservatives and additives. Well, grandma at least knew exactly what was in the cooking pot and also in the dog bowl. Do you know exactly what’s in dog food? Do you understand the declarations on the label 100%? Do you even know what an industrial feed is? (more…)

Healthy skin with a shiny coat is not a matter of course for dogs, because both short-haired and long-haired dogs need regular care. Unfortunately, some dog owners still make the mistake of washing the dog’s fur with shampoos that are actually intended for humans. This can have a very negative effect on the health of the fur and the skin, because the shampoos for humans are often far too aggressive and of course don’t smell at all in the sense of the dog, which of course doesn’t make the fur nose happy. Below are a few tips for successful dog grooming.

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It won’t be long before you’ll be back, the dog days. These are the hottest days in Europe. They usually last from 23.7. – 23.8.. Sometimes earlier, sometimes later. It is important for dogs not to let them out in the heat. Especially not if you take them with you in the car. An outside temperature of just 20 degrees is enough to overheat the car and possibly turn it into a deadly oven. The Dog Day is named after the constellation of the Great Dog ( canis major). It takes 30 to 31 days from the beginning of the constellation to visibility as a whole, hence the term “Days of the Big Dog”.

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There are always discussions between dog owners as to whether a leash is necessary or not . But what is the dog leash actually for? For example, we take our children by the hand when there is danger or when they are restless. So you can see the leash as an extended hand for our dog to create a connection between human and dog. But you shouldn’t use them to discipline the dog or tug at it like crazy. On the other hand, of course, she’s not there to hold on to and let her dog pull her around. (more…)

Tick protection is very useful for four-legged friends. Before sucking, ticks are only a few millimeters long, but their bite can have a big impact. Now the blood-hungry parasites are particularly active. Of course, caution also applies to people, but of course also to dogs. As we know, ticks are not only annoying, but also dangerous as carriers of diseases.

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Is there a difference? A dog that has spent its time in the kennel without experiencing anything, for example, comes into experienced hands. Now he “scans” everything that happens around him. He sees Mum open the door and realizes that the treats are in the basement. It looks like intelligence when he manages to open the doors with his paw to get into the basement. Like grabbing a pack, ripping it open and eating the treats. (more…)

Since travel is permitted again with certain conditions, you can go on vacation with your dog again if you want to. There are many options, especially here in Germany, hotels that allow dogs, holiday homes and resorts and many more. You can also become self-employed and go on a trip with your own or rented motorhome to start an adventure camping holiday!

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Bad breath in dogs, which dog owner doesn’t know that? Foul-smelling breath often occurs in older dogs, but it can also become unpleasantly noticeable in younger dogs or even in puppies. Breath is often described as foul, fishy, or sour. In the following guide, I will explain to you how you can stop your dog’s bad breath naturally, without spending a lot of time.
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It’s best when people and animals are healthy. But sometimes the unforeseen happens that not only causes suffering, but also potentially high costs. It is therefore important to ensure sufficient protection in advance for the benefit of our best friends.

Puppies are small creatures that need our protection

Especially when a puppy just moves in, he’s usually still shy. Everything is foreign. Anyone who has ever moved knows this. Many puppies are torn from their familiar homes at just a few weeks old and placed in a completely unfamiliar environment. It frightens them when they are well intentioned and constantly being picked up by unfamiliar two-legged friends. You should pay attention to the needs of the new housemate. Otherwise, this can affect the future relationship and the dog’s sense of security.

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Removing tartar and plaque from dogs, many dog owners know the problem. You can now find out how tartar can occur, how you can fight it and prevent new deposits.

As a descendant of the wolf, the dog also has an impressive set of teeth. But while the wolf can always seem to present a decent set of teeth, today’s dog sometimes has problems here: tartar, plaque, bad breath and inflamed gums are unfortunately no exceptions. This is one of the reasons why the opinion is now spreading that regular tooth cleaning is also important for dogs. (more…)