DinkyDogClub Small Dog Blog
Keep Your Pup Away From The Sugar Substitute Xylitol.
Xylitol is a sweetener that's common in sugarless chewing gum and other sugar-free products, that can be deadly for dogs. Along with gum, Xylitol is used in products including mints, gummy vitamins, toothpaste, specialty peanut butter and melatonin sleep aids.
So be aware and be sure to keep any sugar free gum up and away from your pup. You can read more about the dangers of Xylitol and dogs in the Wall Street Journal.
http://www.wsj.com/articles/sweetener-in-gum-is-causing-surge-in-accidental-dog-poisonings-1446512402
Jelly Wellies Rain Gear For Small Dogs.
Summer showers? No problem when you little pup is sporting Jelly Wellies rain gear. We have colorful rain coats and matching boots in stock. These lightweight jackets and boots are perfect for spring, summer and fall.
Rain coats have a hood and an opening on the back to connect a leash to your pup's collar. Velcro straps make getting the jackets on and off super easy. Boots are a great way to keep you pup's paws dry and your floors clean after a walk on wet ground. Boots also have a velcro band to keep them in place.
Available in Yellow, Pink, Purple, Red, Green and Blue. Order your Jelly Wellies today.
New Fur + Skin Lotion for Your Small Dog.
We're loving Dog Fashion Spa's fur + skin lotion. What is it? This heavenly scented lotion is designed to condition your fur baby's coat and replenish it with essential nutrients. To use, take a small dab of the lotion and rub it on your hands like you would a hand cream. Then rub the lotion onto your little pup's fur.
Use Dog Fashion Spa fur + coat lotion between baths or trips to the groomer to keep your dog looking and smelling great. You can also use this as a leave-in conditioner after you bath your dog. It's easy to use, non-greasy, and leaves your dog's coat silky-soft.
Add this wonderfully scented creme to your pup's grooming routine.
Why do dogs do disco spins before they poop?
Ever wonder why your little dog sniffs out the perfect spot to poop and then does a few spins before doing his or her business? The sniffing is part of your dog's desire to leave some information for other dogs, such as, this is my turf. Spinning is your pup's way of lining up with the Earth's magnetic field.
Read this great article to learn more about your pup's pooping ritual.
Spring Cleaning? Don't Forget The Dog Toys.
Let's kick off spring cleaning season by tackling your little pup's toys. Toys get dirty from being dragged outside and soft toys can be breeding grounds for bacteria. Yuck!
Here are a few helpful tips to clean your pup's toys:
- Toss any toys that are broken, torn up or that have any loose pieces/parts that can become choking hazards.
- Hard plastic and rubber toys can be washed on the top rack of your dishwasher. Do not use dish detergent. Simply run the dishwasher with hot water to kill any bacteria on the toys.
- Toss your little furry friend's soft toys into the washing machine. Use a gentle soap and run the washing machine with hot water to sanitize the toys. Dry the toys on low heat or air dry them.
When your pup's toys are all clean, place them in a basket and break out an older toy that will feel fresh and new to your pooch!