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Pet owners know the simple truth: Life is just better when you’ve got a beloved furry friend by your side. Whether they’ve become your favorite co-worker, keeping your feet warm while you work from home, or they greet you excitedly when you walk in the door at the end of the day.

Turmeric may be one of your favorite spices to add to your dishes when you’re cooking. But did you know that Turmeric, or Yu Jin, plays an important role in Traditional Chinese Medicine? That means it can also have beneficial impacts for your pet’s health.

Summer is here once again for those of us in the northern hemisphere. After a long winter and wet spring, many of us are looking forward to the long days, sunshine, and spending time outside with friends and family. And … with our favorite furry friends!

Aloe vera plants pack more punch than your average houseplant. The leaves are packed with a clear gel that is best known to treat skin injuries, provide hydrating effects, and so many more benefits for humans. It has been used for centuries by people in Greece, India, Mexico, Japan, and many others for its wellness purposes.

Did you know? Grooming is beneficial for your pet’s mental health.

Horsehair has a pH of 7–7.4. While this is higher than humans, they’ll still need a slightly acidic shampoo to maintain a healthy and moisturized coat. Even after you’ve bought the right bathing supplies, you might be lost as to how often you should use them on your horse.

If your horse has itchy skin or started coughing and shaking its head more often, it could have allergies. You can also watch for hives during allergy season, displayed as small bumps to large welts. It’s important to treat its allergies with the pet care products at Gou Gou Pets before their symptoms take an anaphylactic turn.

If you have a dog with a short coat, you can get away with bathing it every three months. However, if your dog has a medium or long coat, you’ll have to bathe it at least once a month for a healthy and odorless coat.

Dry skin comes knocking when the weather or your pet's internal environment takes a turn. It can cause other skin conditions and be a symptom of poor diet, allergies, and whatnot. Although painless, dry and flaky skin can irritate your pup and should thus be addressed immediately.

Cat anxiety can be natural or indicate an underlying illness, pain, or infection. It could also indicate a psychological problem like PTSD or a history of abandonment, abuse, or neglect.

With Gen Z emerging as the sustainable generation, more pet owners are choosing biodegradable, eco-friendly, and naturally-derived grooming products. It’s come to a point where finding non-organic grooming products online is more difficult than their organic counterparts.

Americans love their pets, and pet parents all over the country spend billions every year to make sure their furry friends are pampered and happy. So, it makes sense that pet healthcare is constantly evolving to find newer and better ways of caring for animals.

Your pet needs regular pampering and grooming just like you do, but perhaps not as regularly as the average human. And while you might rely on a professional groomer for the monthly grooming session, there are some things you can do to keep your furry friend looking their best every day.

Our canine companions are often so furry that we forget that beneath all that fur is a layer of skin. Their skin protects their body from harmful substances, including bacteria, dust, and fungi. If pet skincare is neglected, your dog could experience skin issues like itching, dryness, and rashes.

Riding around the countryside with the wind blowing over a horse's long, thick, healthy mane is one of life's greatest pleasures. So,  if you see that your horse's hair is becoming dull, brittle, or easily breaks, it's time to make some serious changes to their hair care routine. There's a chance you're not giving your horse the TLC it needs if its mane and tail are in bad shape.

Dogs are very resilient and never give up. Even if they experience pain on the same level as us, they can mask it and carry on as if nothing is wrong. If your dog is in visible pain, that's a sign that its condition is worse than you realize. This is why it's essential to watch for any changes in your pet's behavior, energy level, or movement. If your dog exhibits any of the symptoms listed below, it is important to take them to the vet immediately.

Dogs have to put up with seasonal skin problems just like we do. Seasonal allergies often make your furry friend scratch excessively, but there are other symptoms to look out for. For instance, if your dog is frequently sneezing, itching excessively, or acting strangely, allergies may be to blame.

Seasonal allergies can be very uncomfortable for certain people. Similarly, some pets too may experience the disturbing effects of these allergies.

As a rule of thumb, the larger the breed, the quicker the dog will age. Small dogs attain senior status when they’re about 11 years old, medium-sized dogs at 8 years old, and large dogs are considered seniors at 6 years old. That being said, there’s no set time period. Their aging depends on their lifestyle and physical and mental state. There are many telltale signs that your dog is getting older. They become slower, their vision becomes impaired, they get cloudy eyes, their breath becomes bad from tooth decay, their weight fluctuates, and they develop inc  ontinence. If your dog is showing these signs, you should go the extra mile to care for them so they live longer. Keep reading to learn how you can care for your aging dog.

It’s common for dogs to scratch an itch with their paws. They also like being petted and lightly scratched by their human friends every chance they get. However, if your dog is excessively itchy, it may be due to an underlying skin condition called dermatitis.