We already put a guide of potential ways to heat or insulate a dog house. Heating a dog house with a light bulb or heat lamp is one of those ways. Unlike a dog house heater/furnace, heat lamps aren’t designed for heating dog houses but rather reptile terrariums. With this being the case, other … Read more
We’ve already written about potential ways to warm up, heat or insulate a dog house for cold weather. Some of those heating or insulating methods require no electricity, and in the guide below, we identify those specific options. Let’s take a look! (NOTE: this is a general informational and educational guide only. It … Read more
We’ve previously outlined ways to potentially cool a dog house down in the summer and in hot weather. In the guide below though, we have listed ways to potentially heat, warm or insulate a dog house during cold weather and winter. You may find one option that is useful to you. (NOTE: this … Read more
Ceramic dog bowls and stoneware dog bowls are a great alternative if you’re looking for something other than the standard stainless steel or plastic bowls. The best ceramic dog bowls are sturdy, tough, dishwasher washable, and can be painted with some beautiful patterns that make the dog bowl look pretty. They will certainly fit … Read more
If your dog has a serious itching problem/condition, and if you’re thinking of applying an itch spray or shampoo – you should seek the professional assessment and advice of a veterinarian first (especially when applying medicated sprays or shampoos). However, there is general information available on the potential causes of a dog’s itchiness, as … Read more
Sometimes, calluses can form on a dog’s elbow or hocks. Although pads and elbow protectors won’t get rid of a callus instantly, they might prevent a callus from growing bigger or thicker, and/or stop new ones from forming (in both instances, a sleeve should reduce abrasion on the callus or skin) In the guide … Read more
When it comes to some types of dry skin or calluses on a dog’s elbow, the use of dog elbow butter or cream is one management option available that may help. Whilst dog elbow butter or cream by themselves won’t remove a callus, it can help soften and nourish the skin on, or around … Read more
In this guide, we discuss the use of coconut oil for a dog’s dry skin, paws, nose, elbow calluses, coat, and digestion. We talk about the potential benefits, potential risks, and how it might be used. We also look at what might be some alternatives to coconut oil. Let’s take a closer look! … Read more
When it comes to calluses on a dog’s elbow, there are potential ways to prevent them from forming, or managing them if they are already formed. Although there’s no guarantee to remove a callus completely, there are certain things you might be able to do to soften it, nourish the skin, or pad the … Read more
If you have noticed a change in the skin on your dog’s elbow, you’ll very likely want to know what is it. It may or may not be something serious. The best person to diagnose any health issue for you dog is a vet, but there may be some signs/and or symptoms you might … Read more