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Are You Dealing with Dog Dementia?

Consider dog dementia or cognitive dysfunction syndrome if your Bichon Frise is over 11 years old and you have ruled out sensory losses like dog deafness or blindness. It is true that older dogs can develop an Alzheimers-like condition which is a form of dog senility.  Similar to human dementia, canine cognitive dysfunction is progressive, […]

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Dog Seasonal Allergies in Bichon Frises

Scratching may indicate seasonal dog allergies

Dog seasonal allergies come and go with the seasons, just like your hay fever allergies to pollen and weeds. They usually appear when your dog is between 6 months and 3 years old. The allergens (the particles that your dog is allergic to) enter your pet’s body through his nose or respiratory tract.  Or sometimes […]

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Canine Food Allergies

Scottish terrier scratching because of canine food allergies

Finding the best dog food for canine food allergies becomes a top priority if your dog is miserable, itchy and scratching all the time! Dog food allergies are not as common as airborne or seasonal allergies. However, if your dog is allergic to his food, he will experience intense itching and scratching. If you are […]

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Dog Skin Allergies in Bichon Frises

Chihuahua scratching because of dog skin allergies

Dog skin allergies are common with Bichon Frise dogs and itching, redness and hot spots can be persistent while for your suffering pet. Bichon Frise skin is normally pink under all that fluffy white hair. The more pink the skin, more sensitive it will be. The pink color of a Bichon’s skin is a result […]

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