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The Complete Guide to Dog Coats: What Every Pet Parent Needs to Know in 2025 - FurBabies™ Botanicals

The Complete Guide to Dog Coats: What Every Pet Parent Needs to Know in 2025

Quick Answer: Dog coats are essential protective gear for short-haired breeds (Greyhounds, Whippets, Dobermans), small dogs, seniors, and long-haired breeds prone to matting (Poodles, Goldendoodles). The best coats feature high waterproof ratings (10,000-15,000mm), silk or satin linings to prevent matting,...

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Chronic Pain, Muscle Loss, and Early Mortality in Senior Dogs: The Hidden Threat of Sarcopenia - FurBabies™ Botanicals

Chronic Pain, Muscle Loss, and Early Mortality in Senior Dogs: The Hidden Threat of Sarcopenia

  Even with arthritis meds for dogs, joint chews, or other good joint supplements for dogs, chronic pain can silently destroy muscles in senior dogs. This process, called sarcopenia (age- and pain-related loss of muscle mass and strength), happens because pain...

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How can I check if my dog’s flea or tick treatment is genuine in the UK? (VMD verification + real owner story) - FurBabies™ Botanicals

How can I check if my dog’s flea or tick treatment is genuine in the UK? (VMD verification + real owner story)

Check the pack’s VM number against the VMD Product Information Database on GOV.UK. If the VM, manufacturer and leaflet match the database entry, the product is authorised; if not, don’t use it. Immediate story hook  “I hadn’t left my flat...

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