FITDOG BLOG: OFF THE LEASH
For the trail blazers and tail chasers
Owners’ quick guide to hot spots
If you have never seen one, you might think it's a wound. Hot spots are a skin inflammation or an infection marked by redness, hair loss, or sometimes pus, oozing or unusual odor. They can pop up anywhere...
How to keep your dog’s breath minty fresh
You love your dog, but you don't love their stinky breath. Sound familiar? Many pet owners can agree that brushing their dog's teeth is not a priority or daily practice. And while brushing your dog's teeth might sound...
Fitdog Does: Doggy massage
Fitdog Does is our blog series where we test out fun and interesting dog-related services and activities around Los Angeles. Since August 10th is National Spoil Your Dog Day, we decided to spoil the original Fitdog, Brecken, with...
A comparative guide to flea medication for dogs
Picking a flea medication for dogs can be overwhelming. From collars to topical treatments to more holistic approaches, it seems that everyone has different opinions on which medication is better for keeping away these pesky parasites. Summertime is prime...
Fitdog Asks: When to spay and neuter your dog
There's so much debate on when to spay and neuter your pet. As with most arguments, there are passionate perspectives from either side. The one point that nearly all vets can agree on is that spaying and neutering are necessary for lowering...