Did you adopt a pandemic puppy because you had to work at home? Many did of course and a huge number of people continue to work from home, even today. If you are still working from home while welcoming a new puppy, dog, or cat, then your furry companion will become part of your day almost as much as the job at hand. However, striking a good balance between the two can take some work! This article provides you with 5 ways in which you can include your new pet in a work-from-home routine.
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DNA Testing for Dogs Can Identify the Breed of Your Dog
Do you know what breed your dog is? Are you sure, or is there an element of doubt? And why would it matter? Perhaps a dog DNA test could be the answer for you. I can think of a few different scenarios in which dog owners might wish they could be more certain of their dog’s breed.
Perhaps you have recently bought a puppy from a breeder. A few weeks later, the puppy’s physical traits are starting to make you wonder if he is indeed a purebred.
On the other hand, perhaps you have adopted a dog from a shelter and want to understand the lineage in order to provide the best possible care and training.
Or, maybe, you are just fed up with not being able to tell people your dog’s heritage. Remember those other dog owners you meet in the park? Conversation invariably leads to “So what is your dog?” Of course, they are referring to his/her breed.
If you know that you do in fact own a Maltese or a Poodle or a Cocker Spaniel, then there is no problem.
However, if you are unsure exactly what breed or cross-breed your dog is, then there are a few solutions you could try.
Best Washable Dog Beds for Bigger Dogs
The question ‘Can you wash dog beds?’ dominated my thinking recently. For good reason. We had just visited the home of a relative, unannounced. Well, when I say unannounced, I guess our friends knew that we were going to drop in sometime that day. Perhaps they weren’t expecting us quite so early in the morning. Oops. Our mistake. I would not have been happy either, if I were the host.
Anyway, to cut a long story short, their little dog, Daisy, was definitely making her presence felt. And not by jumping up or barking or being adorably cute, which she is. Rather, Daisy caught our attention with the smell. Her doggie bed was punctuating the air with an undeniable stench.
Dog bedding can be a huge problem when it comes to cleanliness.
As it happened, when we returned the next day, at a more reasonable hour, the aroma was perfectly sweet.
How did Daisy’s owners do it?
Mind you, there are many washable beds for small dogs (affiliate link). and little dog beds are probably easier to wash than huge, bulky dog beds. Nevertheless, Daisy’s bed was now looking almost brand new and the whole house smelt fresh and clean.
What secret did Daisy’s owners have up their sleeves for cleaning dog bedding so quickly and so effectively? Or was it their choice of dog bed?
Let’s see.
Why Is My Dog Panting Excessively & Overheating?
Some dogs seem to pant more than others, but there is nearly always an explanation. Your particular dog could be panting due to a variety of reasons, such as overheating, excitement, anxiety, fear, pain or an underlying health problem.
Excessive heat is a very common cause of this kind of panting, as you would expect. But it is not the only reason. So we’ll briefly look at other possibilities before discussing how to manage the overheating issue. This is a matter of concern for both groomers as well as for dog owners.
Low-Shedding Dogs – Small & Big Dog Breeds that Don’t Shed a Lot
If you are a dog lover but you suffer from allergies, or someone in your family does, then the good news is that not all is lost. You can still be the proud owner of a cute little puppy. Why? Because you can find comparatively non-shedding and low-shedding dogs to choose from a number of small, medium and big breeds.
On the other hand, perhaps you simply don’t want the hassle of having to chase loose dog hair that constantly accumulates on your carpet and furniture.
