Jake's Dog House

Does your dog like to roll in deer, geese and dog poop? Dogs usually like to rub the scent into the hair around their neck, I assume so they can easily waft the odor. This instinctive behavior makes every dog owner cringe and shout out, "Stop rolling in THAT... Read More

We all strive to look our best. There are cosmetic remedies and prescription medicines for dark circles and puffy eyes. The same is true for dogs that have reddish-brown stains under their eyes.

Tear stains are apparent on white and light hair dogs. Brown, black and dogs with darker hair and fur experience tear staining also; it just is not that noticeable because it is camouflaged by their coloring. Light or dark coated, not all dogs experience tear staining...

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Deciding what kind of dog food and dog treats are appropriate for your dog is as important as deciding what to feed your family. Reading ingredient labels to stay aware of recalls is necessary to insure your pet is receiving safe and healthy meals.

Recent recalls include peanut butter dog treats. Not all manufacturers were affected by this recall. Claudia's Canine Cuisine and Northern Biscuit Company are examples of dog treat manufacturers..

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The Flu and the Swine Flu have been the hot topic during the last few months. Dogs are not exempt from catching the flu. Canine Influenza is an A H3N8 influenza virus that has been known to exist in horses for more than 40 years. In 2004, however, cases of an unknown respiratory illness in dogs (initially greyhounds) were reported. This virus has spread to dogs and can now spread between dogs... Read More

Dog Kiss Everyone loves puppy kisses, but nobody loves puppy breath! A wagging tail, panting and squealing with delight. then, a big, wet dog kiss ! – By now you've gotten a whiff of "dog breath"!

Remember this famous Peanuts quote: Auugh! I've been kissed by a dog! I have dog germs! Get some hot water! Get some disinfectant! Get some iodine! As spoken by none other than Lucy Van Pelt...

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Dog Coats and SweatersThe days are getting chilly. Time to pull out the coats and sweaters and turn on the heater! Even though dogs come with their own coats, they could use extra warmth provided by a dog coat or dog sweater.

Dog owners enjoy dressing up small dogs...

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It happens to all of us. As we get older things don't work as well as they used to. A ache, a pain, the fine print looks blurry-our bodies are giving us signals to make changes in our lifestyle. An aging pet experiences a lot of the same symptoms as pet owners. If your dog is not acting "normal", then it is time for a checkup with the veterinarian... Read More

Many dogs can suffer from allergic reactions to various things. Breeds such as Bulldogs, Golden Retrievers, Labrador Retrievers, Schnauzers, and Terriers may be genetically pre-disposed to allergies, specifically, allergies caused by ingredients found in food... Read More

Vacation time is right around the corner. Memorial Day Weekend a lot of us hit the road for a weekend getaway or daily road trips. Taking your pet along makes the trip a complete family outing. Most dogs love to ride in cars and its fun to take them along with you wherever you go... Read More

As warm weather approaches we all want to get that healthy glow. Time to shed those winter pounds … your dog is ready to strut around the neighborhood and dog park looking good. Make your pet feel special with a springtime spruce up... Read More