Fleas are tiny little insects, roughly around 3mm in length, with long back legs designed for jumping long distances. They don’t have wings, but they can travel quite far just by jumping. Fleas are typically reddish-brown or brown in color with thin, flat, hairy-looking bodies (that get fatter as they gorge themselves) and mouthparts like tiny siphons. These tiny siphons are designed to help them stab and suck the blood of their host. Fleas have six legs and are more than able to jump large distances as they move from host to host. Their color helps them blend into the fur or hair of their hos ..read more

If you’re looking for a cozy companion and don’t mind the odd water glass, flower pot, or cereal bowl knocked off of the counter, you might be the world’s next best cat parent.  When you adopt a cat, you’ll join a massive community—over 31.8 million people in the US cohabitate with at least one feline companion.1 But, most of those cat parents have one thing in common—they deal with cat hair piling atop their sofas, countertops, and favorite wool sweaters. You may notice that the shedding is more intense during specific seasons. Do cats or dogs shed more in the summer? It is possible that ..read more

Are you throwing a fresh lint roller into your cart every time you go to the grocery store, adding a daily vacuuming session to your chores roster, or accepting dog hair as an Avante Garde part of your wardrobe?  Shedding might seem like an inescapable part of pet parenthood, especially seasonal shedding. You may wonder, “Do dogs shed more in the summer?” if you own an adorable husky or golden. But, you can try a few time-tested tricks to improve your dog’s coat health and—in some cases—decrease their shed volume. In this guide, we’ll explore eight potential solutions for excessive sheddi ..read more

Lounging by the pool, road-tripping with the windows down, and watching the sunset from your favorite bench at the dog park are just a few of the activities you and your pet could enjoy this summer. But, when the weather changes, so can your dog’s shedding habits.  So, do dogs shed more in the summer? The short answer—maybe.  In this tell-all guide to summer shedding, we’ll explore a few reasons why your pup might drop more hair than usual during the warm and rainy season. We’ll close with expert tips on summer shedding, from stepping up your grooming to embracing the power of CBD fo ..read more

The Shih Tzu is quite the dynamic toy dog. They have one of the oldest lineages of all dog breeds in existence (and a history which is deeply rooted in Chinese royalty) and yet still remains similar to even their earliest depictions. The actual name Shih Tzu translates to ‘little lion’ which most likely derives from the fact that they have ‘manes’ around their face. They’re an adorable breed filled with spunk and energy, and think extremely highly of themselves. However they’re not dignified to a fault and instead of arrogance, this little dog is simply happy and confident in their own skin. T ..read more

So your family has decided to open their home up to a brand new puppy. The only problem is that one of you suffers from an allergy attack whenever you’re around a pooch. Don’t worry – you’re not alone! According to the American College of Allergy, Asthma, and Immunology, as much as 10 percent of people in the United States have an allergy to dogs. While no breed is 100 percent hypoallergenic, there are a large number of dogs that can live well with allergy sufferers. These dog breeds have predictable, non-shedding coats, which don’t produce a lot of dander. Dander, which is attached to your pe ..read more

Dog hair is everywhere—nestled in the cushions of your couch, piled in corners on the floor, clinging to the fabrics of your go-to black dress. If your pet is prone to shedding—or even worse, tangled mats in their fur—then you’ve probably considered a grooming regime to keep your pup’s coat clean-cut and healthy. But what happens when you take out the brush and your pup goes running for the hills? Most likely, you’ll find yourself in a cat-and-mouse chase around the house to wrangle your nervous canine companion. If you find yourself corralling your pooch during pamper time, here’s an in-depth ..read more

A dog’s ears do a lot of important work for his survival – they pick up on any nearby threats or predators, they allow him to listen for companions approaching, and, of course, they can hear a treat bag being rustled no matter where they are. That’s why keeping them healthy and free of debris is as important as grooming his fur or cutting his nails on a regular basis.  If he’s like many dogs, however, he might balk at the idea of even his most trusted human companion touching the inside of his ears. He’s naturally protective of this area, as he is of the other vulnerable areas of his body ..read more

Fur, fuzz, and fluff: a dog’s coat is more than just part of his looks and personality, it’s actually part of an intricate biological cooling system that helps him beat the heat, keeps pests at bay, and even avoid sunburn. In some cases, however, he could use a hand from his pet parents to help keep his magnificent mane under control – knowing when and how to shave a dog’s fur, however, is not a one-size-fits-all approach.  Considerations such as breed, environment, and even season affect the best grooming practices for his coat: sometimes a shave can help, but there’s a larger chance tha ..read more

Among designer dog breeds, few hybrids are as beloved as the Maltipoo. A cross-breed between a Maltese and either a miniature or Toy-sized Poodle, he is very well-known for being outgoing, playful, and bright at any age, but particularly in puppyhood. As with many “apartment friendly” dogs, one of the primary concerns of a potential pet parent is more about housekeeping than personality: shedding specifically. Annoying, unsightly, and potentially allergy-triggering, shed fur can be a real problem for some breeds, but happily the Maltipoo isn’t among them. If you have been wondering, “Do maltip ..read more