In summer, high temperatures can not only be uncomfortable for us humans. Animals also suffer from the heat and, like us humans, can get heat stroke. What is not so well known to many, especially hot asphalt is very dangerous for sensitive dog paws. Especially in the midday heat, the sun can heat up the asphalt enormously, so that a multiple of the air temperature is reached. At an air temperature of 25 degrees, the asphalt temperature reaches 45-62 degrees, at 30 degrees 50-60, at 35 degrees 55-68 degrees. Different floor coverings reach different temperatures. A study by Frostburg University shows that when concrete is 40°C, brick is about 43°C and asphalt is about 51°C when the outside temperature is 25 degrees.

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There is a saying: “Everyone wants to grow old, nobody wants to get older!” This applies not only to us humans, but also to dogs. First of all, the question arises when is mine Dog actually old, was it just a puppy? Unfortunately, there is no clear statement on this. But there is an old rule: the bigger the dog, the sooner it becomes a senior. For example: giant breeds such as the Irish Wolfhound or the German Great Danes have a life expectancy of 8 to 10 years and are already considered senior dogs at the age of 6 to 7. Medium-sized dogs from the age of 8, small dogs only at the age of 10. (more…)

The somewhat different article on Haut & hair, as will soon be seen.
Beautiful fur & Skin not only has to do with external care, it also reflects the overall state of health of your four-legged friend. Just as unhealthy food leads to oily skin, stringy hair, etc. in humans, it can also be the case in dogs. You have to pay attention to the quality of the diet, avoid discounter food and the bad habit of dry food financed with huge amounts of advertising money and feed your dog species-appropriate. As he deserves! Or do you eat ready-made pizza every day? If the diet is right, not only problems with skin and hair will be solved, but your overall health will begin to shine.

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Many dog ​​owners wonder what else they can do for their dog. When researching, they often come across the BARF feed concept, but unfortunately it mostly stays that way. It’s far too complex, too expensive and I feed it a super premium feed. So people continue to trust the industrial feed manufacturer, because the dog’s droppings are ok and otherwise it seems to taste good to him. Especially since the whole presentation of the food is great, so why should I change the food? At the latest after the first intolerance, or illness of the gastrointestinal tract, tartar and bad breath, many dog ​​owners ask themselves whether it might not have something to do with the food. In the best case, the question is asked beforehand and our feed check is used.

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Epidemiologists from Sweden in the journal Scientific Reports have shown in a study that dog owners live longer and are less likely to suffer from cardiovascular diseases. Studies show that living with a dog is good for your health. Living together with dogs has an invigorating effect, ensures regular activity and thus helps to process stress. Dog owners need around 15% fewer visits to the doctor. Living with a dog also increases survival time after a heart attack compared to heart attack patients without a dog. Incredible, is not it? (more…)

Back to nature – it is often misunderstood, but the nutrients from medicinal plants support our dogs holistically and effectively. Very interesting, because nature has the ingredients in abundance – for humans and animals – we only have to use them. (more…)

Most dogs are prepared for the cold sub-zero temperatures in winter. Many of our furry friends love to romp in the snow, but the cold season still poses challenges for our four-legged friends.
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Cool nights, sometimes sunny days – autumn is also the most beautiful season for most dogs. You can see far away because the trees have been stripped of their leaves and, above all, the furry friends can romp around in the piles of leaves to their heart’s content. It’s not hot anymore, but not really cold either. Perfect for long walks, because every ray of sunshine strengthens the immune system of both dogs and humans. Just half an hour of enjoying the sun, fresh air and exercise contribute to a healthy immune system and keep you and your four-legged friend fit. (more…)

What were those times when at Granny or on the farm gave what was left of the food for the dogs. Whether that was good for the dogs is another matter, but compared to many industrially produced dog foods today, it was definitely better. What? Eating off the table was better than many of today’s dog foods? Yes, you’ve read that correctly! Unfortunately, over 90% of all feed is industrial feed, filled with cheap fillers, flavor enhancers, slaughterhouse waste, sugar, artificial preservatives and additives. Well, grandma at least knew exactly what was in the cooking pot and also in the dog bowl. Do you know exactly what’s in dog food? Do you understand the declarations on the label 100%? Do you even know what an industrial feed is? (more…)

Healthy skin with a shiny coat is not a matter of course for dogs, because both short-haired and long-haired dogs need regular care. Unfortunately, some dog owners still make the mistake of washing the dog’s fur with shampoos that are actually intended for humans. This can have a very negative effect on the health of the fur and the skin, because the shampoos for humans are often far too aggressive and of course don’t smell at all in the sense of the dog, which of course doesn’t make the fur nose happy. Below are a few tips for successful dog grooming.

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