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Corn Chips & Bread - What Your Pet's Skin is Brewing | Skout's Honor

Corn Chips & Bread - What Your Pet's Skin is Brewing

What are some key signs that your pet may have a skin yeast infection? Yeast thrives in a moist environment. That can be in places such as the ears, paws, armpit, groin, and face folds or wrinkles.

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Why You Need Probiotics in Your Skin Care! | Skout's Honor

Why You Need Probiotics in Your Skin Care!

Probiotics are the new buzz word for enhancing your Pet’s Grooming regimen, thanks to the award-winning line of products from Skout’s Honor…but the truth is that Probiotics in Human Skin Care/Beauty Products is where it all began… A decade ago, the thought...

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Microbiome 101 (Why Probiotics Matter) | Skout's Honor

Microbiome 101 (Why Probiotics Matter)

   There’s been a lot of buzz going on out there lately about the importance of a healthy “Microbiome.” But the truth is, most people have NO IDEA what that means.  We’re here to break it down for you and...

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Probiotic Shampoo for Dogs: Best Practices for Use | Skout's Honor

Probiotic Shampoo for Dogs: Best Practices for Use

   Itchy dog? Solved. So…you just purchased your first bottle of Topical Probiotic Shampoo from Skout’s Honor and have joined thousands of other pet parents who have put their trust in our grooming products to put a final end to chronic skin...

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Interview with a PRO Groomer | Skout's Honor

Interview with a PRO Groomer

Meet Cat Opson, Professional & Award-winning Groomer Salon: Estrella Pet GroomingLocation: San Juan Capistrano, California Q: How long have you been a groomer?A: 23.5 years Q: What’s your favorite grooming event you’ve done? Why?A: The World Grooming competition in Belgium. It was a life-long dream...

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Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Veterinarian | Skout's Honor

Five Things to Look for When Choosing a Veterinarian

Written By: Samantha Grant Even if your animal is healthy, it’s important to develop a good relationship with a veterinarian that you trust. Emergencies happen when you least expect them, and even generally low-maintenance animals can develop an illness or be...

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Happier Bacteria = A Happier Pet! | Skout's Honor

Happier Bacteria = A Happier Pet!

Topical probiotics are not designed to treat, cure or prevent any of the ailments listed above. They do not clean the coat or the skin. Instead, they work to rejuvenate, support and maintain the bacteria naturally found on the skin and allow these trillions of “good guys” to do what they do best: protect their home from the environmental damage and inflammation that causes skin and coat issues.

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Even Dogs Have Dirty Laundry | Skout's Honor

Even Dogs Have Dirty Laundry

Do you sleep with your pets?  If you do, you’re not alone.  Co-sleeping with your dog or cat has now become more than a normal routine for pet parents in this country.

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What is Dysbiosis? 5 Signs your Dog’s Skin Biome is out of Whack | Skout's Honor

What is Dysbiosis? 5 Signs your Dog’s Skin Biome is Out of Whack

About half of your pet’s bodyweight is made up of microorganisms. No joke! While this may sound gross, it turns out that the bacteria, yeasts and fungus (commonly known as the microbiome) play a more critical role in the health and well being of our fur friends than expected. In fact, the importance of the microbiome is something that modern medicine is just beginning to understand.

 

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