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Unlock Optimal Health: Best Pet Supplements for Your Dog & Cat

Discover how to choose the best supplements for your pet’s health, from essential vitamins to joint support and digestion aids. Learn age-specific and seasonal supplement tips for cats and dogs.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Pet-Safe Plants: Grow an Edible Garden for Happy, Healthy Pets

Discover how to plant a garden that’s safe and enjoyable for both you and your pets, featuring pet-friendly plants and gardening tips.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

New Dog Owner's Guide: Feeding, Health, & Creating a Happy Home

Learn how to care for your dog, recommended diet and training. Find the right food, supplies and equipment at your neighborhood Petco.

Updated on April 9th, 2026

Green Pet Care: Sustainable Products & Practices for Your Furry Friend

Being a sustainable pet parent involves good practices and habits. Learn more about eco-friendly dog products, eco-friendly cat products and other solutions.

Updated on October 23rd, 2025

Backyard Chicken Care: Essential Guide for Happy, Healthy Hens

Learn how to take care of a Chicken, recommended diet and habitat setup. Find the right food, supplies and equipment at your neighborhood Petco.

Updated on April 9th, 2026

What dog breed is best for outdoor farm life and livestock guarding?

I would look into a guardian or herding breed such as a Great Pyrenees or other type of shepherd. Often, these dogs are bred to spend their entire time guarding flocks with little human interaction, and do well living outdoors among the herd. Speaking with local breeders in your area that raising working stock may help you get a better idea about these dogs and see if they are right for you.

How to treat common pet issues: fleas, worms, abscesses, and more?

Flystrike - insecticides Mastitis - antibiotics Foot rot - foot trimming, foot baths/foot soaks, dry chemicals, oral therapy, antibiotics Fleas - spot on treatments (such Revolution or Advantage) or oral treatments (Nexgard, Bravecto) for cats and dogs, pour ons for cattle and sheep Worms - deworming treatments (the type depends on the animal Abscesses - drain and flush, antibiotics

My dog lives on a farm. What broad-spectrum wormer should I use?

When selecting a worker look for he words "broad spectrum" this will mean that all types are covered for Brandy. You will want to treat her a few times a year. www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=35694 I have not found the natural remedies to be very effective I must say.

Which livestock guardian dog breed is best with my other dogs?

That answer is going to depend more on the individual dog's temperament and socialization- reaching out to breeders in your area is a good idea to see what early socialization they do, if the litters are raised with other animals/dogs, etc. Any puppy, if socialized well enough, should be OK to get along with your current pets. Most active working guardian dogs also spend most of their time with the flock than with other dogs (unless they are also guarding), but the key is to lots and lots of socialization early on so that your guard dog recognizes your pets as "friend".

What dog breed is good for a farm and won't run off with open gates?

I recommend a Great Pyrenees or other livestock guardian dog. They learn the farm boundaries and the animals and people in the household and stay around to protect everything. They are gentle and prefer to live outside. They will become protective if one of their ‘family’ is in danger only. Many breeds, as you are aware, are more hunting oriented and will take off and follow a scent or go exploring when they want. Thanks for using Boop by Petco to help you get answers to your veterinary questions.