How Often Should You Bathe Your Dog?

New dog owners tend to fixate on questions related to training, behavior, and the general well-being of their pets.  But one area that goes overlooked is grooming. Specifically, how often a dog should be bathed, and the factors that impact that frequency. There’s no all-encompassing answer to how often your dog needs a bath, but […]

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ITCHY SKIN?

The are many reasons why our dogs and cats get itchy!  But when they do, they are miserable!  To alleviate the itch, they scratch and lick and scratch and lick the skin some more, over and over and over again.  This constant licking can result in…summer sores, acute moist dermatitis, lick granulomas, acral lick dermatitis, […]

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3 Ways to Protect your Dog in Scorching Summer Heat

The stifling heat of summer is dangerous not only for people but for pets, too. Like you, they can suffer from heatstroke and dehydration. With their thick coats, you might see your dogs with their tongues out, trying to catch their breath. That’s because their hearts and lungs are overcompensating due to the heat. Their […]

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CLEANING DOG & CAT EARS

Paws down, most would rate smell as the #1 most important canine sense, but a close second may be hearing.  If you could hear what your dog hears, you would have a superpower! Dogs use their ears to listen for prey and listen for danger, so it is tuned to high-pitched squeaks and rustlings.  No […]

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THE IMPORTANCE OF SPAYING & NEUTERING

FACTS*  6.5 Million Animals Enter US Animal Shelters Yearly. Of those, roughly 3.3 million are dogs and 3.2 million are cats.  Estimates show that the number of dogs and cats entering U.S. shelters annually has declined from 7.2 million in 2011.  The biggest decline was in dogs (3.9 million to 3.3 million). Each year, close […]

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The Top Non-Shedding Dog for Families

A non-shedding dog is one that does not shed hair or as much hair as you might expect with other breeds. As you can imagine, that’s a really desirable trait in the pets that we have living in our home!    However, it’s not just having a cleaner home that makes them an attractive choice, […]

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DENTAL STICKS

WATCH VIDEO BLOG HERE:  https://fb.watch/bfJcv7_er8/ We have been talking about the importance of good dental health in our pets all month long, but this should be a 12 months of the year habit!  Brushing and good nutrition is of prime importance, but in between brushings, chewing on raw (NEVER RAW) bones and various types of chew […]

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BOW WOW LABS TOOTHBRUSH & PASTE FOR PETS

WATCH VIDEO BLOG HERE:  https://fb.watch/bfJknvU7f5/ The four-head design toothbrush allows for quick and effective cleaning. You can pretty much brush uppers and lowers at the same time!  It’s best to replace your dog or cat’s brush every 3 months. • Freshens Breath • Cleans Plaque and Prevents Tartar Formation • Soothes and Heals Gums • […]

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VALENTINE’S PET SAFETY TIPS

According to the ASPCA, its Animal Poison Control Center sees an increase in poisoning cases around Valentine’s Day! Theobromine, a caffeine-like substance found in cocoa, can affect your pet’s cardiac, neurological, and gastrointestinal systems.  Once swallowed, there is no specific antidote for chocolate poisoning, so call your veterinarian at once!   Chocolate, however, is not […]

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BENEFITS OF BONE BROTH FOR YOUR BFF (Best Furry Friend)

Did your mom ever refer to chicken soup as homemade penicillin?  Can food be medicine?  Many are taking note of the benefits of good nutrition these days, and bone broth may be a prime example of food as a healing and restorative tincture.   Bone broth is what you get when you slow-cook bones in water.  […]

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CHECKING YOUR RABBIT’S VITALS

Males are called bucks.  Females are does. Babies are kits or kittens. No matter what you call them, domesticated rabbits are truly indoor pets.  They do not do well once temperatures reach 80°F.  If you keep your bunny in an outdoor hutch, it must be well-protected from the elements and have a mister system, fan or other way […]

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PRODUCT SHARE: HEADLIGHT HARNESS

As you know, Sunny-dog Ink brings you, “Kiko TESTED and Pet Safety Crusader APPROVED” products that will hopefully enhance your pet”s life!  Well, like her brother Haiku before her, Kiko LOVES the Headlight Harness and so do I!  As the company tag line reads:  “Stay Safe. Stay Seen. Stay Visible.” And when you have a salt & […]

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