Dog Wellness

 
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Unraveling the Itch: Understanding and Treating Dog Skin Allergies

It’s tough to see our dogs struggle with skin allergies. From itchy skin, redness, and just general discomfort, seeing our pups uncomfortable in their skin is heartbreaking for them and us. From recognizing the symptoms to treatments, like our Problem-Skin Treatment or take-home solutions like Houndswell’s Skin Relief Spray, we have tips to help your dog be free of the itch…

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Stop the Scratch: How to Remove Fleas for Good

Learn how to remove fleas from your dog and home for good! Discover the signs of flea infestations and effective flea treatments, including flea baths, collars, and sprays. Protect your dog from serious health problems like heartworm and Lyme disease with regular preventive care.

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Puppy Love: Celebrating Man’s Best Friend

Celebrate Dog Appreciation Month by reducing stress and improving your well-being with your pup. Discover how dogs can lower blood pressure, decrease stress hormone cortisol, and increase feel-good hormone oxytocin. Get active with daily walks and playtime, and don't forget to donate to your local animal shelter to help other dogs find their forever homes.

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Dog Skin Allergies 101

Allergies can be a major pain — even for our pups! In fact, skin allergies can be particularly troublesome for dogs, leading to behaviors like licking, biting, and scratching. While these might seem like bad habits, they’re typically a sign that something is irritating your dog's skin.

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Digging Into How Dogs Sleep: Why Do Dogs Sleep with Their Bums Facing You?

Understanding your dog’s sleeping habits and bedtime body language can tell you a lot about your pup. If your dog sleeps on your bed, you’ve probably woken up to find their bum facing you. There are several reasons why this happens, and most of them are pretty benign. These include comfort, ventral contact, trust, protection, eye contact, wanting to be left alone, territory marking, petting, and parasites.

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Stress-Free Puppy Care: A Comprehensive Guide for First-Time Visitors

Getting a new puppy comfortable with routine care and basic hygiene is critical to their long-term wellness. That way, when it comes time for baths or nail trims, it'll be a breeze for both of you. Trust us — it's worth it to put in the effort now for a lifetime of a clean, healthy pup!

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What to Expect at a Virtual Vet Visit

At Scenthound, we know how important it is to have access to quality pet care. We’ve made it easier for dog parents and their dogs to get the care they need with virtual vet visits. Scenthound’s 24/7 on-demand chat with a vet allows you to communicate with a licensed veterinarian through messaging in the Scenthound app.

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