There are many reasons to consider getting your dog’s fur cut and styled. Not only does it make the dog look and feel great, it makes it much easier to maintain between professional groomings. Well-groomed coats also help the dog stay healthier as dirt and parasites can collect in long or unkempt fur. Of course,…
In our days of providing mobile grooming in San Diego, we see a lot of beautiful long-haired pups, and enjoy making them look spectacular for their families. In addition to looking fabulous, their pet parents are also grateful to have them de-shed so they have less fur to manage for a little while. Shedding is a real problem in…
We love the holidays here at Awesome Doggies. It’s great fun getting your fur babies ready for company and festivities, and lately all the preparations have gotten us thinking. When most people think of Santa they think of a jolly old man in red, but what if there were another possibility? We think there is…
At Awesome Doggies we know the important role furry family members can play in our lives. Nobody has to convince us— we know that pets are definitely part of the family. But they are also a big responsibility, and anyone considering dog adoption should weigh whether it is a commitment that would fit their lifestyle….
Southern California is life at its best. Sun, water, and being casually glamorous — we love it all. Life here is all about looking and feeling your best, and that philosophy extends to our pets. Pets today are included in our culture and it’s not unusual to see them with their owners out shopping, dining,…
Veterans Day is an official US holiday honoring people who have served in the US Armed forces. We are always so filled with humility and pride when we think of those who’ve served and sacrificed. Here in the Sand Diego, we have the pleasure of running in to and meeting many members of the military…
We’ve all seen dogs communicate – with a lot of sniffing “you-know-where.” While it might be annoying to watch our dog sniff the behind of every other canine he or she comes across, that’s how they identify others in their species. I guess as humans we are lucky that we rely on sight, not smell…
Who hasn’t laughed at the sight of a puppy chasing it’s tail? Probably all puppies have played this game at some point. They notice – or are surprised by – this appendage that seems to be following them around, then twist and turn trying to catch it. A puppy chasing his tail is as common…
February is Pet Dental Health Month, and in honor of that fact, this article is the first in a series on doggie toothbrushing, a subject we feel strongly about at Awesome Doggies. Brushing your dog’s teeth shouldn’t feel like a heavy burden or dreaded chore. Instead it should be viewed as bonding time you both…
During the Season of Gluttony (aka “The Holidays”), one celebration seems to come right after the other for weeks on end. As we enter recovery mode, you may be staring at the bleak landscape of your calendar and seeing little to inspire celebration between now and oh, say, the end of Spring. But don’t despair;…