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Retired Military Dog And Officer Hope To Reunite Before The Holidays

Duke retired military dog

Duke was a loyal military working dog for many years, but now it’s time for him to retire and enjoy the rest of his life. Luckily, it didn’t take long for Duke to get adopted by a fellow military worker. The only problem is that transporting working dogs back to the United States can be tricky. So, Duke and his new human were worried they wouldn’t both make it home in time for the holidays. Paws of War, an organization … Read more

Boy Believed He Could Embrace “Fighting Pit Bull”, And Family Held Their Breath

Rescue workers are a unique breed. They put the needs of animals first and foremost. Viktor Larkhill is recognized for his kind nature and creative rescues. He takes pleasure in never turning an animal down. We are thrilled to share this tale of a resilient dog who was given a second chance with you. Betsy’s callous owner only wanted one thing from her, and that was to fight. But she was not built for combat. She was kind and loving. … Read more

Tiny Dog Comes Face-To-Face With Mountain Lion But Shows No Fear

Dog meets mountain lion

Small dogs often think they’re much bigger than they are, which gives them lots of extra confidence. When something scary occurs, they want to be the ones to step up and protect their families. A 13-year-old Shih-Poo named Dash planned to do exactly that when a mountain lion approached his home. Dash’s mom recorded the entire interaction between Dash and the massive feline. Even though only glass was in between them, Dash showed no fear while his human panicked. But … Read more

Desperate Dad Refuses To Return Home Until Beloved Family Dog Is Found

It has been exactly 90 days since Derek and Alex Kirchner last saw their beloved dog, Marley. The Atlanta couple was vacationing with family on South Carolina’s Hilton Head Island when tragedy struck. As arriving family members carried in their luggage on September 6, the front door was left open. A child also opened the baby gate confining Marley and the Kirchners’ other dog, Ryelee. Marley, terrified of strangers, bolted out into the night. The well-meaning family chased after her, … Read more

Man Returned To Adopt The Dog He Rescued, And The Pup Couldn’t Be Happier

A Pit Bull Puppy Rescued From The Brink Of Death Reunites With His Rescuer, Then Receive THE BIGGEST SURPRISE! (With Updates)

 


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When a Pit Bull puppy in Nova Scotia was on the verge of death, Marine Joey Wagner rose to the occasion and went above and above the call of duty. The mange-covered puppy was found by Mr. Wagner, who acted immediately! He took him to the veterinarian for prompt treatment… Fortunately, his fast thinking saved the pup’s life.

 

The medical team was opposed to Mojo being given away in a typical adoption. As a result, they naturally called upon someone very special to see if he would welcome Mojo into his home. It was clear that he had already opened up his heart…


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When Wagner returned to the clinic to see his new puppy, he was met with a very special welcome. Mojo couldn’t believe his eyes when he saw the guy who saved him. It’s impossible for me to doubt that he recognized Wagner and welcomed him back because it was a brilliant decision!

 

Mojo is now three years old, and he’s doing fantastic! He resides happily with Wagner and his family and is a very happy young man. It’s said that he’s quite pampered (and we’re totally fine with that!)

 

 

Lucky Elderly Man Is Greeted Every Day By A ‘Friend’ Who Crawls Out Of The Ice

Over the years, we’ve all seen some unusual and unlikely friendships, but this one may take the cake! One day, a hungry otter showed up at an elderly man’s doorstep seeking food. Since then, Seppo Laamanen, 65, and Iivari the otter have been best pals.. . 

 


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It all started when Seppo fed worms and tiny fish to the starving otter, who was obviously hungry. After that, the kind animal repaid the favour by visiting Seppo at his home in Easter Finland. This was the start of something wonderful.

 

 

There’s no way Seppo could’ve known it would all lead to this. This adorably distinctive friendship is something you just have to watch to believe. There’s nothing better than the connection between two pals, regardless of species! 🙂

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Engineer Promises To Create Prosthetic Leg For His 3-Legged Rescue Dog

Dog gets 3D Printed Leg

When Jordan Rosenfeld, a biomedical engineer student at Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI), met Cleo the rescue dog, it was love at first sight. Cleo only had three legs, but she never let that hold her back. The two-year-old rescue dog still loved to run around and play, but walking at a casual pace was a struggle. So, after adopting her, Rosenfeld promised to make her life better. Not only did the engineer offer her a warm and welcoming home, but … Read more

Animal Transporter Loses Second Dog In The Same Spot

Lani, a Shih-Tzu/Bichon mix, should have been en route to her new home on November 9, 2021. Unfortunately, the dog went missing when transporter Tierney Hopkins stopped at Marlborough Saleyards, south of Blenheim, New Zealand. It took 18 days to find Lani, and that time was torture for her mom. After all, once you know your dog is on a transport headed your way, you don’t expect them to suddenly disappear. A Facebook group “Bring Home Lani” posted updates about the missing … Read more

Heroic Rescue Beagle Saves Life Of Elderly Neighbor

Milo Featured

Not only are our furry best friends absolutely adorable, and make excellent companions, but they also have the uncanny ability to sense when something is wrong. Whether it’s thanks to their heightened senses of hearing and smell, or they’re also tuned into the metaphysical, it’s clear that our canine companions are watching our backs. This can especially be said about Milo the rescue Beagle, who is not only cute but has proven that he has an acute sense for detecting … Read more

Woman Abandons Heartbroken Dog At Airport So She Doesn’t Miss Her Flight

Dog abandoned at airport

Small dogs regularly fly on planes with their humans, but it’s important to research the airline rules before bringing them along. One woman at the Tampa International Airport didn’t plan ahead. She wanted to take her elderly Shih Tzu with her on a flight to Miami. But when an employee asked her for the dog’s vaccination records and boarding fee, the woman said she’d make other arrangements instead. Yet, no arrangements were made for the dog. The woman abandoned him … Read more

Here Are The Top Dog Names For 2021

When it comes to naming your dog, you just know when the name sounds right. Your dog just is that name. Of course, with an estimated 48,255,413 dog households in the U.S. alone, odds are pretty high your pup shares a name with a few others (if not way more.) Rover.com used insights from their database of over one million pet parents to determine the most popular dog names in 2021. From pop culture inspirations to favorite foods to “people names,” … Read more

Student Hopes To Make Service Dogs More Accessible For Those With Disabilities

Woman with diabetic alert dog

Julia Nicholas Duprey, a college student, relies on a special canine during her day-to-day life. Duprey was diagnosed with Type 1 diabetes at six years old. She also has hydrocephalus, which leads to excess cerebrospinal fluid in her brain. She had several brain surgeries as a kid, and she has had to rely on a blood sugar monitor. Yet, the monitor doesn’t warn her of irregular blood sugar levels as efficiently as she’d hoped. So, after raising lots of money, … Read more

Terrified Dog Left Chained Up After Owner’s Death Discovers Life Of Cuddles

Dog chained up after owner dies

A pup named Pancake spent her whole life not knowing what love is like. Her human kept her chained up outside most of the time, and after he passed away, she was left alone in the yard with no one to look after her. Even extended family members refused to bring her inside. So, PETA interfered. After lots of persuasion, they took the terrified pup into their custody and found her a loving foster home. Suddenly, Pancake’s life changed for … Read more

Rescuers Save 50+ Emaciated Dogs Stuffed In Bags & Bound For Illegal Slaughterhouse

WARNING: Content may be sensitive for some readers. Dogs are family members, not food. But no matter how many laws are made to protect canines, there are still people out there who try to hurt them. Animal advocates recently stopped a truck on its way to an illegal dog slaughterhouse in Indonesia. Inside the truck, they found 53 dogs stuffed in bags with their mouths tied shut. Every dog was severely underweight and too weak to fight. This group of … Read more

You Need This Personalized Board Game Starring Your Dog

Looking for the perfect holiday gift for that someone in your life who’s obsessed with their dog? Or, do you just think your dog deserves to be plastered on more stuff in your own home? Well, the “Your Dog” Breaks The Internet: Personalized Board Game is what you need. Yappy.com, which calls itself “a personalized shop for dogs, cats, and their humans,” sells all kinds of adorable products tailored to your dog. You may have heard of the “Where’s Waldo”-esque … Read more

Hawk Almost Snatches Chihuahua Puppy From Her Yard

There’s a scene from the 2009 Sandra Bullock film The Proposal in which an eagle grabs a tiny dog while the actress frantically tries to get it back (spoiler alert: she does). In the movie, it’s purely for comedy, yet this kind of strange occurrence is more possible than you’d think. Recently in Missouri City, Texas, a red-tailed hawk came scarily close to flying off with a family’s Chihuahua. 12-week old Lola only weighs about 4 pounds, which is a … Read more

Family Gets An Early Christmas Miracle After Frantic 24-Hour Search For Lost Dog

Bailey lost dog

A Golden Retriever named Bailey is an important family member to the Popiels. They brought the 4-year-old dog home as a puppy, and he quickly befriended Noah, their 14-year-old son. So, when Bailey made a sudden escape, the whole family panicked. Michelle Popiel from Thomasville, Georgia, said that Bailey was in her truck at a shopping center when he escaped. The back window was open a crack, so the pup squeezed out when his humans weren’t looking. Michelle has no … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Bulldog Stop Scratching

More and more bulldog owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your bulldog is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Bulldog a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your bulldog a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Boxer Stop Scratching

More and more boxer owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your boxer is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Boxer a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your boxer a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Collie Stop Scratching

More and more collie owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your collie is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Collie a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your collie a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Shar Pei Stop Scratching

More and more shar pei owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your shar pei is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Shar Pei a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your shar pei a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Schnauzer Stop Scratching

More and more schnauzer owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your schnauzer is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Schnauzer a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your schnauzer a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

6 Natural Supplements To Help Your Dachshund’s Itching & Allergies

There’s nothing more heartbreaking than watching your dachshund itch and scratch due to allergies. In this guide, we’ll explore 6 natural ingredients you can begin including in your dachshund’s diet that can help minimize the symptoms of allergies. #1 – Colostrum: How An Ingredient Found in Mother’s Milk Can Help Your Dachshund Stop Itching Many people call colostrum “mother’s first milk.” That’s because it’s the first nourishment dogs receive as newborns. It’s full of all the benefits that puppies need … Read more

50 Pound Tortoise Holds Family Dog Hostage In Her Underground Burrow

First responders get a lot of unusual calls on the job, but an Arizona family’s problem is likely a first. Initially, they thought their French Bulldog named Bruce Wayne was lost or stolen. However, they later found out that the pup had gotten trapped in their sulcata tortoise’s burrow, and Bianca the tortoise refused to let him escape. The only thing the family could think to do was call the fire department. Of course, officials had no idea how to … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Samoyed Stop Scratching

More and more samoyed owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your samoyed is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Samoyed a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your samoyed a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Rottweiler Stop Scratching

More and more rottweiler owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your rottweiler is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Rottweiler a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your rottweiler a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Pug Stop Scratching

More and more pug owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your pug is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Pug a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your pug a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Pomeranian Stop Scratching

More and more pomeranian owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your pomeranian is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Pomeranian a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your pomeranian a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Pitbull Stop Scratching

More and more pitbull owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your pitbull is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Pitbull a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your pitbull a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Pekingese Stop Scratching

More and more pekingese owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your pekingese is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Pekingese a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your pekingese a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Old English Sheepdog Stop Scratching

More and more old english sheepdog owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your old english sheepdog is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Old English Sheepdog a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your old english sheepdog a high quality fish oil. Fish oil … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Newfoundland Stop Scratching

More and more newfoundland owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your newfoundland is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Newfoundland a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your newfoundland a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Mutt Stop Scratching

More and more mutt owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your mutt is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Mutt a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your mutt a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Miniature Pinscher Stop Scratching

More and more miniature pinscher owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your miniature pinscher is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Miniature Pinscher a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your miniature pinscher a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Maltese Stop Scratching

More and more maltese owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your maltese is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Maltese a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your maltese a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Lhasa Apso Stop Scratching

More and more lhasa apso owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your lhasa apso is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Lhasa Apso a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your lhasa apso a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is … Read more

Winners Of The 2021 Dog Photography Awards Will Melt Your Heart!

Dog jumping out of water

Dog Photography Awards hosts a variety of canine photo competitions, and photographers of all experience levels are welcome to join. There are no limits to the creativity of the photos entered. No matter which contest is going on, the submissions are always the perfect mix of adorable and amazing. There were three categories for the 2021 Dog Photography Awards: Portrait and Landscape, Studio, and Action. Judges worked hard to select the first, second, and third place photos from each category. … Read more

Relatable Dog Who Appeared To Be “Dying” Was Actually Just Super Full

When your dog is sick and you don’t yet know what’s wrong, it can be impossible to think about anything else. Since our dogs can’t tell us how they’re feeling, it’s also easy to start thinking the worst, most panic-inducing thoughts. Northampton resident Charlie Oliver stayed up all night on November 10th, 2021 worrying about her dog Spud. The 7-month-old Cocker Spaniel’s behavior had changed, and he started throwing up. Oliver told Mirror: “Spud was fine at first, then he … Read more

23 Cute & Funny Posts That Describe The Wonder Of Cats & Dogs

No matter how many times we scour our trusty dictionary and its buddy, the thesaurus, we’ll never run out of ways to describe the wonder of cats and dogs! Because there are so many wonderful words to describe our furry besties, let’s start at the beginning of the alphabet and speak their praises. First, we must mention cats and dogs are simply adorable. Beautiful and brave, dogs win the day and our hearts. Tabby cat gentlemen always have the most … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Lab Stop Scratching

More and more lab owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your lab is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Lab a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your lab a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Husky Stop Scratching

More and more husky owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your husky is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Husky a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your husky a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Havanese Stop Scratching

More and more havanese owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your havanese is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Havanese a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your havanese a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Greyhound Stop Scratching

More and more greyhound owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your greyhound is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Greyhound a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your greyhound a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Great Dane Stop Scratching

More and more great dane owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your great dane is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Great Dane a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your great dane a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Golden Retriever Stop Scratching

More and more golden retriever owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your golden retriever is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Golden Retriever a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your golden retriever a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your German Shepherd Stop Scratching

More and more german shepherd owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your german shepherd is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your German Shepherd a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your german shepherd a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your English Springer Spaniel Stop Scratching

More and more english springer spaniel owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your english springer spaniel is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your English Springer Spaniel a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your english springer spaniel a high quality fish oil. Fish oil … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Dogue De Bordeaux Stop Scratching

More and more dogue de bordeaux owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your dogue de bordeaux is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Dogue De Bordeaux a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your dogue de bordeaux a high quality fish oil. Fish oil … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Doberman Stop Scratching

More and more doberman owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your doberman is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Doberman a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your doberman a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Dachshund Stop Scratching

More and more dachshund owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your dachshund is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Dachshund a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your dachshund a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more

8 Ways To Help Your Corgi Stop Scratching

More and more corgi owners are watching their pups suffer from itchiness caused by allergies. If your corgi is constantly scratching, adding these natural ingredients to their diet may help. Always check first with your vet to rule out other skin or flea and tick issues. 1. Give Your Corgi a High Quality Fish Oil Daily First and foremost, make sure you’re giving your corgi a high quality fish oil. Fish oil contains omega-3, which is lacking in most commercial … Read more