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How often to bathe your dog: every 3 to 6 weeks for most coats. Bathing more often strips the oils that protect their skin.

How Often Should I Bathe My Dog? A Vet-Approved...

Is bath time doing more harm than good? Most pet parents don't realise that bathing their dog too often — or with the wrong shampoo — can strip away the...

How Often Should I Bathe My Dog? A Vet-Approved...

Is bath time doing more harm than good? Most pet parents don't realise that bathing their dog too often — or with the wrong shampoo — can strip away the...

Ringworm in dogs can look healed long before it is. Only a negative fungal culture, not regrown hair, means it's gone.

Ringworm in Dogs: What It Looks Like, How to Tr...

Despite the name, ringworm has nothing to do with worms. It's a fungal infection that spreads fast — to other pets and to people. Here's what it looks like, how...

Ringworm in Dogs: What It Looks Like, How to Tr...

Despite the name, ringworm has nothing to do with worms. It's a fungal infection that spreads fast — to other pets and to people. Here's what it looks like, how...

Hot spots on dogs can double in size within hours. Dry it, stop the licking and find what's causing the itch.

Hot Spots on Dogs: Causes, Treatment & How to S...

One minute your dog is fine. A few hours later, there's a raw, wet, angry patch of skin — and they won't stop licking it. Hot spots are one of...

Hot Spots on Dogs: Causes, Treatment & How to S...

One minute your dog is fine. A few hours later, there's a raw, wet, angry patch of skin — and they won't stop licking it. Hot spots are one of...

A musty, corn-chip smell that returns after every bath points to a yeast infection in dogs, and shampoo alone won't fix it.

Bacterial and Yeast Skin Infections in Dogs: Si...

Is your dog scratching constantly, smelling a little "off," or showing red, crusty patches that just won't go away? Bacterial and yeast skin infections are among the most common —...

Bacterial and Yeast Skin Infections in Dogs: Si...

Is your dog scratching constantly, smelling a little "off," or showing red, crusty patches that just won't go away? Bacterial and yeast skin infections are among the most common —...

Dog won't stop scratching? Where they itch is a clue: tail base points to fleas, paws and ears to allergies.

My Dog Won't Stop Scratching: 6 Common Causes o...

Is your dog scratching non-stop? From flea allergy dermatitis and yeast infections to food triggers and stress, there are six common culprits behind itchy skin — and many look identical...

My Dog Won't Stop Scratching: 6 Common Causes o...

Is your dog scratching non-stop? From flea allergy dermatitis and yeast infections to food triggers and stress, there are six common culprits behind itchy skin — and many look identical...

Cat over-grooming is usually medical before it's emotional. Fleas, allergies or pain need ruling out before blaming stress.

Why Is My Cat Over-Grooming? Causes of Excessiv...

Your cat has always been a careful groomer — but lately, something feels different. The licking is constant. There's a bald patch on their belly. And no matter what you...

Why Is My Cat Over-Grooming? Causes of Excessiv...

Your cat has always been a careful groomer — but lately, something feels different. The licking is constant. There's a bald patch on their belly. And no matter what you...

Cat skin problems vary by breed: Persian fold infections, Siamese stress hair loss and weekly baths for Sphynx.

Skin Problems in Persian, Siamese, and Sphynx C...

Persian, Siamese, and Sphynx cats are three of the most popular breeds in India — and three of the most skin-problem-prone. From facial fold infections and ringworm in Persians, to...

Skin Problems in Persian, Siamese, and Sphynx C...

Persian, Siamese, and Sphynx cats are three of the most popular breeds in India — and three of the most skin-problem-prone. From facial fold infections and ringworm in Persians, to...

Fleas on cats in India never take a winter break, and even indoor cats catch them. Treat the home along with the cat.

Fleas on Cats: Prevention and Treatment in Indi...

If your cat is scratching constantly, losing fur near the tail, or you're spotting tiny black specks in their coat — fleas could be the reason. India's climate means there's...

Fleas on Cats: Prevention and Treatment in Indi...

If your cat is scratching constantly, losing fur near the tail, or you're spotting tiny black specks in their coat — fleas could be the reason. India's climate means there's...

How often to brush a cat depends on the coat: daily for long-haired breeds, once or twice a week for short-haired ones.

Grooming Long-Haired vs Short-Haired Cats: What...

Not all cats need the same grooming routine — and using the wrong one can lead to painful mats, skin infections, and a stressed-out cat. From how often to brush...

Grooming Long-Haired vs Short-Haired Cats: What...

Not all cats need the same grooming routine — and using the wrong one can lead to painful mats, skin infections, and a stressed-out cat. From how often to brush...