The Bark Social Blog 🐾

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  What Your Groomer Notices First

  Your groomer is the only person who sees your dog's skin head-to-tail every four to eight weeks. That's a real diagnostic window. We're not vets, but we are often the first to notice changes that warrant a vet visit, and...

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  Nail Trims: How Often, Why It Matters

  If you can hear your dog's nails clicking on a hardwood floor, the nails are already too long. That sound is the simplest test we know, and it's accurate for almost every breed. Long nails are not just a cosmetic...

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  Spring Shedding Season in Columbia

  Late March through May is peak blowing-coat season for most double-coated dogs in the Mid-Atlantic. If your house is suddenly covered in tumbleweeds of dog hair, your dog isn't sick; they're cycling out their winter undercoat. The fastest way to...