Getting a new dog can be nerve-racking. Most owners understand the general principles of owning a dog: treat it well, feed and water them, take them on walks and give them love and affection. However, some owners do struggle in getting the basics down, and that is why we are here to help. We have […]
Grooming is a very important part of maintaining your dog’s health and looks at the highest possible level. If you groom your dog regularly, your dog will remain clean for a long time, their coat will look wonderful and you’ll avoid potential complications like infections, mats, or injuries caused by overgrown nails. But most importantly, […]
Puppy road trips, having your dog along for the ride is always a blast. Our four-legged friends make for the perfect travel companions. Dogs are wacky, always happy and a whole lot of fun – plus they’ll never complain or bug you if you’re not there yet! Staying Safe on the Road As much fun […]
Protecting your dog’s health and wellbeing is a priority for all dog owners. Dogs are susceptible to various health issues just like humans are. In fact, periodontal disease is the most common clinical condition found in dogs, AVDC reports. It’s important to educate yourself about the common infections, illnesses, and diseases found in dogs, so you can quickly […]
In recent years, the area of mental health is receiving significant attention. That’s because issues relating to it are among the top problems plaguing today’s society. Any person can suffer from problems relating to mental health regardless of their age, health, colour, working category or gender among others. The result is millions of dollars poured […]
Live life to the fullest! The average life span of a dog can be pretty vague, anywhere between 5 to 14 years (source: RSPCA). There are many factors to take in to account that affect your dogs lifespan, i.e. the size, proper care, crossbreeding and whether they are spayed/neutered. While 14 years old tends to […]
Bonfire Night is right around the corner. While many people are excited by the fireworks, the bonfires, the food, drink and sparklers, others are worrying about their furry little friends and how it will affect them. While some may really enjoy Bonfire Night, our dogs’ absolutely hate it, the loud bangs and the hissing and […]
There’s nothing cuter than having a dog run up to you when you are just going about your daily business. You wouldn’t be blamed for just wanting to give the little fella a stroke and show it some love, but what do you do if you see a dog that’s not so playful? There’s nothing […]
We’ve all seen it, the look of a dog’s eyes staring up at us when we are just trying to go about our daily business – all your furry friend wants is some food and you wouldn’t be blamed for giving them a little snack or two as it can be very hard to resist! […]
We get asked a lot of questions here at Relax My Dog, and though we love answering all of them, we get asked a lot of the same ones quite frequently. So, we’ve decided to create some handy little FAQs to answer all of the questions you’re just itching to know the answer to! 1. […]