Tag Archives: canine
when the river isn’t cutting it – dog bathing 101
The river maybe your dog bath, but inevitably there will come a time when a river dip doesn’t cut through the stench—be it skunk, dirt, scat, or carcass…all those wonderful things dogs find themselves rolling in! When bath time does approach, you may find it difficult to coax your dog into the shower (Labs and […]
ten signs your dog needs a bath
First, let’s start off by saying we believe dogs have a great ability to maintain a natural balance that keeps them clean despite their hygiene habits. A dog’s fur and oils are amazingly resistant to dirt and stench without lots of grooming, and over-washing may actually strip a dog’s fur of natural oils. That being […]
how much water should a dog drink in a day?
Do you know a dog is made up of approximately 70 percent water? This careful balance is maintained by the regular consumption and loss of water through urination, respiration, and evaporation. Because a dog’s body loses water through urination, respiration, and evaporation; weather, exercise, diet, and age can greatly affect your dog’s hydration level. A […]
why our boots are the best for barking dogs
Just as our collapsible bowls have come a long way over the course of Ruff Wear’s 16 years, our Bark’n Boots™, which originally debuted prior to 1999, have also come a long way. Designing a boot that would protect and stay on a dog’s very narrow, straight and delicate paw was no easy task, and […]
ruff resolutions
10 Resolutions for Better Pet Ownership 1. I will take my dog in for annual veterinary checks and keep him/her current on all shots. 2. I will not only pick up all messes that my dog makes in public, but I will also pick up any other messes I find along the way. This will […]
a cure for cabin fever
Cabin fever got you itching for adventure? Don’t let the winter leave you down and leave your dog bored. There’s plenty to do with your dog in the cold! In fact, most of the Ruff Wear Pack wait all year for the opportunity to take their dogs out on a cold-weather adventure. So grab your […]
