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One of the most sensitive and prone to getting dirty is our dog's ears, so we must pay special attention to them to avoid possible otitis. Sure you know several ways to clean a dog's ears, but ...  Which is the correct way or which is totally discouraged?  We must avoid damaging the inner ear of our dog, so it is worth taking the next minute to read this article. Table of contents When should i clean my dog's ears? How to clean my dog's ears explained step by step Helpful tips for cleaning your dog's ears How to keep your ears healthy When should i clean my dog's ears? Although in general not much importance is given to the hygiene of the ears, it  is one of the most sensitive points of our dog  , in addition to being very prone to catching infections. We must check and clean our dog's ears at least once a week. The frequency also depends on the morphology of your dog's ears, its size, the level of dirt in the place where it walks, plays or lives, etc. S...

We often make the mistake of thinking that dogs already have enough coats in their coat to withstand the low temperatures of winter. However, although some breeds such as the Siberian Husky, the Alaskan Malamute, the Samoyed, or the Chow Chow tolerate the cold better, all dogs  appreciate sheltering from it . Regardless of the breed of your pet, you should take certain precautions to protect it from the cold and thus prevent it from getting sick. Puppies, the elderly, small breeds, and fine-haired dogs are the most vulnerable to frost. From Scooby Dog, we provide you with tips to protect them whether they live inside or outside the home. Table of contents How does the cold affect dogs? How to detect hypothermia Recommendations to protect dogs from the cold How to protect indoor dogs How to protect outdoor dogs Tips common to all Don't hesitate, protect it How does the cold affect dogs? Young dogs, elderly dogs, fine-haired dogs, and  small  breeds are the m...

All of us who live with a dog has had the opportunity to observe how our friend, completely asleep, begins to flap his paws as if he were running after a rabbit. And this is exactly the most common interpretation of these movements, though the truth is that we only know it is the REM phase of sleep. Because, although it has been proven that dogs can dream, do we know what the content of their dreams is? Table of contents Dogs sleep like humans Dogs that dream more What is my dog ​​dreaming about? Why do dogs have nightmares? Dogs sleep like humans Dogs have a very familiar sleep cycle, as it is like what human beings go through. Thus, it is possible to distinguish several stages, with many variations, that we can observe directly if we look at our dog. These are its features: Slow Wave Sleep: This is an extended period of light sleep. The body enters a state of relaxation and the brain slows down. Everything in the dog indicates this low activity for us. Thus, breathing is slow and the...

Without going any further, the more or less noisy behavior of our dog companions is not a minor aspect, especially for those people who live in urban environments. Are you looking for a discreet and balanced four-legged friend? We present you some of the dog breeds that do not bark regularly. Shih Tzu Dog breeds that bark less Often related to China, they actually originate from the monasteries of Tibet. Initially they fulfilled the functions of tutor. In fact, his name means "lion". They are small in size, with a silky and striking coat. They have a haughty character, which is reflected in their upright gait and somewhat distant personality. At home, they are quiet and bark a little. Shih Tzu can get along with children, as long as they know how to treat them with care. They need to always be accompanied and can develop separation anxiety if left alone for a long time. In these cases, they can develop destructive behaviors, nibbling everything in their path. Basenji Original...

We all know that we must wash our dog from time to time to keep it clean and free of parasites, but what we often do not know is how often a dog should be bathed, something that varies depending on its type of hair and characteristics. From ScoobyDog we will explain which factors you need to consider knowing how often you can or should wash your puppy, whether an adult or a puppy. Remember that every dog is different, so just follow these tips. When to wash a dog depending on the type of hair it has Although there are obviously many other factors that will tell us when we should bathe our dog, such as dirt or smell, at general levels  we can indicate that depending on the type of hair it has, it will be necessary to bathe it more or less frequently . Dogs with long, thick hair tend to stain much more than dogs with short, thin hair, simply because the dirt sticks better and it costs more to come off. The simple dust that they can pick up when they are running while playing in parks and...

Currently, more and more people are aware of their diet, physical activity and how this affects their health. This thought is fundamental to transfer also to the lives of our furry ones, since a sedentary life and bad eating habits also affect them. In fact, obesity is an increasingly common problem. Due to this, this disease has been defined by the World Health Organization (WHO) as  the first non-infectious pandemic of the 21st century  . Let's learn how to know if our dog is at its ideal weight or if on the contrary, it is overweight, how to evaluate the situation and know the origin of the problem, and of course, tips to solve it. How to detect obesity in a dog Today obesity is the most common nutritional disorder among domestic dogs. It is estimated that in developed countries,  between 17-44% of dogs are overweight  or obese. In order to avoid it, you must learn to detect the first signs of obesity and remedy them as soon as possible. How to...

Depending on where the bees collect, honey will vary in color and will present different beneficial properties for the human body. Can Dogs Eat Honey? Although it is not exclusive to humans, the benefits of honey are also great in dogs. However,  not all dogs can take honey  , and those who take it must do so in the right amount so that our dog does not feel bad or have negative effects on his health. Let's see how to give honey to a dog, what are its beneficial properties and what care we must take. Also, its different uses since mistakenly, not everyone uses it as a food or supplement. Table of contents Honey as food Main benefits of honey for dogs Possible harm of honey in dogs How much honey should I give my dog? Using honey to heal wounds in our dog Honey as food Honey is a product collected in the hives of bees of different species. These bees have been selected to  produce much more than is necessary for their maintenance  , so the collection of this does...