For humans, spring cleaning means tackling those boxes of junk that have been accumulating around the house since Thanksgiving. It means replacing storm windows with screens and taking all the rugs outside to beat the dust out of them. For dogs, on the other hand, the whole process is a lot simpler. They shed, and READ MORE…
Whether you’ve owned a dog for many years or if you’re mulling over the idea of adopting, one shortcoming that comes with most dog breeds is their ability to leave stray hair all around your home. Even if you make an effort to dog proof your furniture and brush your companion every day, you may READ MORE…
As August bears down with a few final gusts of heat, you might want to consider bringing your dog to the groomer‘s one last time before the autumn coat comes in. As you schedule vaccinations, checkups and the usual end-of-season activities, make an appointment for professional dog grooming to keep your pet happy and healthy. READ MORE…
While some dogs take to the water like ducks – leaping off docks, paddling their way after tennis balls or even swimming alongside you – others won’t let it near them. Whether you believe in canine hydrophobia or not, there’s nothing more frustrating and exhausting than giving an unwilling dog a bath. So if you’re READ MORE…
Most small animals are clean and odor-free. If there is an odor problem in theses animals’ habitats, the fault likely lies with poor cage maintenance, not the fastidious pet inside. Bathing There is no need to bathe most small animals. In fact, bathing can hurt them by stripping their coat and skin of protective READ MORE…
Does your pet disappear when the clippers come out? According to the ASPCA, calm, enjoyable nail-trimming sessions are not only possible—that’s how they should always be! Check out the following tips for getting your pet to relax while you trim: Set the Mood Ideally you should introduce your pet to nail clipping when it is READ MORE…
Shedding is a natural, healthy process in all cats, in which they shed in order to remove dead hair which can cause skin irritation. Shedding helps to replenish your kitty’s fur and keep it in tip-top shape – basically, there is no way around it. But we’ll tell you the science behind why cat’s shed, the READ MORE…
Regular grooming and bathing is an important part in keeping your dog healthy. While a trip to the local groomer is a nice treat for your dog, one of our favorite groomers, Erica Sanfiz from Just 4 Paws Pet Spa, has written the following article to help you choose which shampoo is the best for READ MORE…
Hartz believes every shelter pet deserves a safe and loving home. For that reason we teamed up with Just 4 Paws Pet Spa and Animal Care & Control of New York City to give makeovers to four well deserving shelter pups in the hope of making their shelter stay more comfortable and improving their chances for READ MORE…
Cats can spend hours grooming themselves, and for the most part, they do a pretty good job. However, there are some occasions that require a date with the bathtub! Bathing a cat can be necessary to help combat a nasty battle with fleas, treat a skin condition, clean up an adventurous feline explorer or to READ MORE…
