Did you recently welcome a new poodle puppy into your home or adopt an older poodle for your family? Either way, you should take the time to learn about the different grooming needs your poodle will need in the coming years. It’s very important to make sure your poodle is groomed properly to ensure that… Read more »
What are some things to look for in a dog play facility? Social Preferences Does your dog like socializing with other dogs or not? Some dogs can be “loners,” so they might want to stay at a place where they can have their own space, away from other dogs, and, perhaps, short play times with… Read more »
One of the reasons most people take their dog to a professional groomer is because groomers seem to have the amazing ability to get dogs to stay still! The reality is that most dogs become fearful and fidgety with groomers, too, but the groomers have some things working in their favor to help make the… Read more »
Do you bathe your dog too often? Keep in mind that dogs naturally groom themselves. They don’t need you to give them a monthly (or weekly) bath. In fact, too many baths in a short period of time can strip away natural oils in your pet’s coat. Skin irritation is likely to occur. Hair follicles… Read more »
Why does it seem that most dogs love to play with other dogs? What’s the psychology behind that? Play actually has several functions. Researchers have studied dog play to try and figure it out. They’ve come up with theories and found evidence to support some of them. Play Helps With Motor Skills One theory of… Read more »
Why should you board your dog when you’re away? Rather than leave your dog at home, mostly alone save for occasional visits from a neighbor, friend or relative to make sure there’s food and water in the bowl, it’s a better idea to have your pet stay at a professional boarding place like D’Tails. Proper… Read more »
Most dogs get a little nervous when their owner takes them out of their comfort zone. If you were a dog who was used to living in one place, and all of a sudden your owner tries to put you in a car and take you somewhere foreign, you’d be nervous too! D’Tails Grooming grooms… Read more »
Pets can’t talk, but if they could they’d probably have a lot to say to humans, especially about how they’re treated. Oftentimes the owners of short-haired dogs think to, “Well, Fido has short hair so he doesn’t need grooming.” Meanwhile Fido is like, “Can I get some grooming, please?” Alas, dogs can’t talk… so there… Read more »
What are some common dog grooming myths? Waiting to Wash For starters, many people believe you don’t wash a dog until it’s completely filthy, as in rolling around in the mud dirty… Well, that’s not true. It’s good to wash your dog on a fairly consistent basis, just like you’d take a shower or bath… Read more »
If there’s one thing that dog owners know, it’s that their dog misses them when they’re gone, away from the house. And dog owners typically miss their pet dogs, too. They’ll leave parties and social gatherings early just to get home to their dog, right? How long is too long for a dog to be… Read more »