Ideally, coat inspections should be part of your weekly routine. Dogs with longer hair, skin sensitivities, or who spend a ...

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Skin disease is a common problem among dogs. It often results in changes in the dog’s coat, which, over time, can start to ...

Skin conditions in dogs are very common, so it's important to recognize the symptoms and understand the factors that cause them. Dr. Rebecca MacMillan, a vet with over 15 years of experience, says she ...

Dogs, like people, can suffer from the seasonal dangers of dryness. This is more common in the winter or when subjected to a blast of wind or dry weather. Dry skin with minor irritation and cracking ...

For most healthy dogs, a bath every four to eight weeks is a reasonable guideline. Some dogs need more frequent bathing, while others do just fine with fewer baths.

Moisturizing is a daily ritual for most of us, but do our pets need a similar kind of care to keep their skin healthy? Newsweek spoke to veterinarians to find out whether or not you should moisturize ...