(Part 3) Top products from r/DogCare

I haven't tried this one personally, but it has a hole for hiding treats and is supposedly tougher than a black kong: http://www.indestructibledog.com/collections/interactive-toys/products/tux

I've also heard antlers and himalayan chews last longer than rawhides, bones, and bullysticks for the super powerful chewdogs.

If he likes to herd/chase and isn't big enough to get his mouth all the way around it, jolly eggs are fun. They're smooth and egg-shaped so every time the dog tries to pounce or bite, it "escapes" and begs to be chased.

Sometimes big treat balls like this work after the dog learns how to get the treats out. Not that the dog couldn't chew it open if he wanted to, just that it's more effective and fun to push it around to get the treats. It would require supervision until the dog gets the hang of it though.

Dairy can cause tummy upset - many dogs can stomach a small amount of it, but most dogs are lactose intolerant, especially if it is a measurable about of add in. If you have feed him dairy lately, maybe try dropping it for a few weeks and see how he does?

I like adding yogurt to my dogs food once in a while too (0% greek yogurt) but if I go to crazy he can get soft stools.

Why are you adding flax seed? If it is for omegas, it is not a very good source for dogs. You want something with the right balance of Omega 3's and 6's try Salmon Oil.

What probiotic powder are you feeding? Quality of probiotics and ingredients can also play a roll. You may want to find something with pre & pro-biotics if what you are using now doesn't have it, already. This is the stuff I like using - obviously YMMV, but it is something to consider.

I am going to assume the pumpkin you are buying is the 100% puree variety, just double check your can as the pie mix can look very very similar.

ALL of that considered, loose stools can happen sometimes. Dogs have a wonderful habit of eating things they really shouldn't (poop they find outside, vegetation, crumbs on the floor, etc). For those random times, I like using Honest Kitchen's Perfect Form - it is a blend of slippery elm, pumpkin and other natural tummy calming ingredients and has worked really well - usually firming up stools in 12-24 hours.

With dogs with particularly sensitive stomachs, homemade or Raw diets can be something to consider. It will give you more control over ingredients, quantity and quality. It may be something worth a bit of research, in your case.

My pup goes crazy for ice cubes! I also give him carrots as well as oven dehydrated sweet potato slices in his kong -- at first he wasn't too keen on carrots, but having to work for them changed his mind.

These limited ingredient treats fit perfectly in the medium puppy kong, and they've been good on my pup's tummy. I've bought the 16 oz bag for $6 + free shipping before.

I have a GSD mix and the only thing (other than hide and seek) is that I bought a chicken and barn dog game that she loves. Here's something similar:

http://www.amazon.com/Plush-Puppies-Hide-A-Squirrel-Pet-Large/dp/B0002I0O60/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1382228088&sr=8-1&keywords=squirrel+game+dog

Generally, mine is only into it if I give it to her--so I doubt she'd play with it that much while I'm at work. If he's food motivated (mine isn't) there are a bunch of toys that will dispense food while requiring him to figure out a puzzle. Here are a couple examples (but there are a ton more):

http://www.amazon.com/Ethical-Seek-A-Treat-Shuffle-Bone-Puzzle/dp/B0038WP1YC/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1382228265&sr=8-2&keywords=dog+food+puzzle

http://www.amazon.com/Dog-Games-Star-Spinner-Treat/dp/B00440D8GU/ref=sr_1_10?ie=UTF8&qid=1382228265&sr=8-10&keywords=dog+food+puzzle

Good luck!

Make sure the food you are feeding her is a decent brand. Check out dogfoodadvisor.com and compare your food with other options. Many "popular" food brands like purina or beneful have very little nutrients. If you are feeding her something that you feel is good for her, try adding in some supplements like Missing Link. There is some sort of deficiency in her diet that is keeping her from growing proper nails. My corg gets walks every day on pavement and I still have to grind her nails down once a week, if you need a comparison of proper growth.

For a short fix, you can use flour or cornstarch to stop the bleeding. I suggest buying some qwickstop from a local pet store, which is what we use in the grooming shop for quicked nails.

You can also buy soft claws for dogs, which is a plastic cover you can glue onto her nails to protect her nails. Soft Claws. You may have to train her to leave them alone.

If you want to go overboard: Handbook of Applied Dog Behavior and Training, Vol. 1: Adaptation and Learning

Easy reading: Excel-Erated Learning: Explaining in Plain English How Dogs Learn and How Best to Teach Them

We've had good experiences with Fruitables Crunchy Dog Treats, all of them are made with pumpkin and the fruit that adds the flavor.

Ingredient list is short, our pup loves them and doesn't upset her stomach!

I use an enzymatic solution you can get on Amazon. It's amazing, worked in two days. Also the drops have hydrocortisone so they soothe instead of burn. Amazon - Zymox

It's a comb-my chihuahua loves this routine as the teeth get through both of his coats. He looks forward to this every day.
https://www.amazon.com/Safari-Flea-Comb-Double-Teeth/dp/B0002RJMAK

Maybe a lightweight mesh harness like this or this?

First - always consult with the vet. We did and for My pit-mix (who also gets this sometimes, particularly in the summer), it is one of two things: a bug bite or folliculitis. Although I think there are some plants that irritate his skin in the summer.

We have another dog with a weird skin condition, so we have a medicated shampoo (we use this one) and when he gets all bumpy, we use the shampoo on him. Sometimes a plain old benedryl can help as well (only plain benedryl (chemical name: Diphenhydramine) though, 1mg per pound), but only if he's itchy or they become a little red.

Like you, we're in Florida, so there are all sorts of bugs that can cause itchies and bumps around here, so we have our dog on a flea and parasite prevention and just check for ticks regularly.

http://www.amazon.com/Wellness-Grain-Free-Rewards-Chicken-6-Ounce/dp/B000MLHDS4/ref=sr_1_3?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1372452299&sr=1-3&keywords=wellness+dog+treats

This and freeze dried liver are the only treats I give my dog.

http://www.amazon.com/Epi-Pet-Sun-Protector-Spray-Pets/dp/B002AI39QW/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&qid=1404198653&sr=8-1&keywords=dog+sunscreen have you tried this or similar? there's quite a bit geared toward dogs.

I use a Dremel 7700 with 1/4" sanding bands.

My dog is way more willing to tolerate this than clippers.

I have been wondering the same thing for our dog. I have recently bought one of these;
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Trixie-Strategie-Spiel-Turn-Around-level/dp/B003TOKTEG/ref=sr_1_15?s=pet-supplies&ie=UTF8&qid=1481548734&sr=1-15&keywords=interactive+dog+toys

But have been keeping an eye out for non-food toys also.

I tend to leave talk radio on when we leave the house too.