Dog Wellness
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…
How Much Do You Tip a Dog Groomer?
Tipping is common for many services in the United States. Here is what you need to know about when to tip, plus answers the age-old question of how much do you tip a dog groomer.
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.
Why Your Dog Smells Like Fish: Common Causes and Solutions
Our pups offer benefits far beyond companionship. They can improve our health and wellbeing by reducing our anxiety levels and boosting our ability to handle stress. There is a lot to be thankful for in these unique relationships, but weird odors isn’t one of them.
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.
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.
Springtime Shedding
We can significantly reduce your dog's shedding with a Shedding Treatment – not only is de-shedding a necessary part of regular dog care, but it will also help you deal with the overwhelming amount of fur around the house.
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.
Potty Training, Chewing and Biting: Correcting Your Puppy’s Behaviors
As a new dog parent, it’s safe to say you’re head over heels for your new best friend, but at the same time, a little frustrated by their puppy behavior. Chewing, biting, and jumping are common in puppies — they can be a handful! But remember, puppies are just babies.
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!
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.
Preventing and Treating Dog Obesity: Tips for Keeping Your Pup Healthy and Happy
We love our pups and want them to have the happiest, healthiest, and longest life possible. That said, we need to keep an eye on their weight. Dog obesity is a real problem — the Association for Pet Obesity Prevention reports that more than 50% of dogs are overweight — and it can cause all sorts of health issues…
Virtual Vet Care: Save Time and Money While Keeping Your Dog Healthy
Dog parents can often tell when their pup isn’t feeling well. Instead of jumping in the car and heading to the veterinarian’s office, virtual vet appointments give pet parents access to care from the comfort of their own homes.
10 Complete Tips for Taking Care of Your Dog’s Teeth
How is your dog’s dental health? Dog’s teeth need regular care just like people's. Read our guide for 10 essential dog teeth care tips.
Healthy Mouth, Healthy Pup: How To Keep Your Dog’s Mouth Healthy
Keeping your dog’s mouth clean is imperative to keeping him healthy and happy. Cavities quickly lead to infections that can spread throughout the body if left untreated. Check out these simple tips for keeping canine teeth clean and healthy.