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February 2, 2021

What to Buy for a New Dog: 8 Must-Have Items

by Janine DeVault Figuring out what to buy for a new dog is a big task. There are all kinds of things that might not occur to you until you find yourself needing them — and at that point, it might...

How to Stop Your Cat From Overgrooming | Skout's Honor

January 28, 2021

Why Is My Cat Overgrooming? Causes, Fixes, and When to Call the Vet

What is overgrooming in cats? Some grooming is completely normal. According to Cornell’s Feline Health Center, cats usually spend 30 to 50 percent of their day grooming. That’s a full-time job with no PTO. It becomes overgrooming when the grooming...

A kitty looking over the side of a litter box looking surprised

December 8, 2020

9 Tips to Control Litter Box Odor

Figuring out how to control litter box odor is a question common from cat lovers everywhere. Luckily, we’ve got tricks. Learn the best litter box odor control methods to keep your home, and your cat, sanitary and stink-free.

November 16, 2020

How to Clean Your Cat’s Ears

Your cat probably does a good job of grooming itself. But cats can’t quite reach their own ears. Help keep your pet’s ears healthy with this guide on how to clean a cat’s ears.

November 9, 2020

How do I get my dog to stop nipping and biting me?

by Nicole Ellis, Certified Animal Trainer & Pet Lifestyle Expert It starts as play. It's what puppies do with each other. It's what puppies do with just about everything they encounter. Even some adult dogs still do it when they...

October 29, 2020

How To Painlessly Detangle Matted Dog Hair

You love your dog’s luscious long hair. In fact, it might have been the reason you fell in love with your pup in the first place. Unfortunately, sometimes that lovely hair can get a little out of control, particularly after a long hike or a day at the beach. Long hair is undoubtedly gorgeous, but it requires a lot of maintenance! And the hazards of matted dog hair are real.

October 15, 2020

Your Guide to Dealing with Cat Hairballs

by Hailey Hudson All cat owners know that, unfortunately, hairballs are more or less inevitable. They’re annoying and unpleasant, but if you share your life with a cat, they’re just something you eventually or occasionally have to deal with....

Ways to Help Your Itchy Dog | Skout's Honor

October 15, 2020

Why Is My Dog So Itchy?

Eager to help your itchy dog? This article will help you recognize causes for your dog’s scratching and find a solution. You’re one step closer to giving your dog relief.