Articles by Bogdan Sandu

Bogdan Sandu is the Senior Editor at Furlyo, where he shares expert insights on pet care, training, and animal behavior. With a deep passion for pets and years of experience writing about animal welfare, Bogdan curates content that helps pet owners make informed decisions. He collaborates with veterinarians and pet experts to ensure accuracy and reliability. When he's not writing, Bogdan enjoys exploring the outdoors with his rescue dog.

Are Himalayan Dog Chews Safe? Everything to Know
Chews & Treats

Are Himalayan Dog Chews Safe? Everything to Know

My dog went through a Himalayan chew in two days. Then I found a hairline crack on his back molar. That’s when I started…

Bogdan Sandu 23 min read
Are Antlers Safe for Dogs? Expert Advice Inside
Chews & Treats

Are Antlers Safe for Dogs? Expert Advice Inside

My dog once cracked a tooth on a deer antler I bought him as a weekend treat. That single chew session cost me over…

Bogdan Sandu 21 min read
Antlers for Dogs: Benefits, Risks, and Top Choices
Chews & Treats

Antlers for Dogs: Benefits, Risks, and Top Choices

My dog went through a bully stick in 12 minutes. A rubber chew toy lasted a week before it looked like modern art. Then…

Bogdan Sandu 21 min read
Shih Tzu Feeding Chart
Tools

Shih Tzu Feeding Chart

A complete, age-by-age nutrition guide with a portion calculator, body condition guide, and daily meal tracker. Part of the Furlyo Shih Tzu Care Guide.…

Bogdan Sandu 1 min read
Are Pig Ears Safe for Dogs? The Complete Guide
Chews & Treats

Are Pig Ears Safe for Dogs? The Complete Guide

My dog lost his mind the first time I handed him a pig ear. Tail going, zero manners, pure joy. But after the 2019…

Bogdan Sandu 22 min read
Elk vs Deer Antlers for Dogs: Which Is Better?
Chews & Treats

Elk vs Deer Antlers for Dogs: Which Is Better?

My dog cracked a carnassial tooth on a deer antler two years ago. The vet bill was $1,400. That’s when I started paying attention…

Bogdan Sandu 21 min read
Are Bully Sticks Safe for Dogs? What You Need to Know
Chews & Treats

Are Bully Sticks Safe for Dogs? What You Need to Know

My dog once nearly choked on the last inch of a bully stick. That moment changed how I think about every chew treat I…

Bogdan Sandu 22 min read
Himalayan Yak Chews: The Ultimate Long-Lasting Treat
Chews & Treats

Himalayan Yak Chews: The Ultimate Long-Lasting Treat

Four ingredients. That’s it. Himalayan yak chews are hardened cheese sticks made from yak milk, cow milk, lime juice, and salt, and they’ve quietly…

Bogdan Sandu 24 min read
Healthy Dog Treats Your Pup Will Actually Love
Chews & Treats

Healthy Dog Treats Your Pup Will Actually Love

Most dog treats on store shelves look healthy. Flip them over and read the ingredient panel, though, and you’ll find artificial preservatives, vague meat…

Bogdan Sandu 21 min read
Collagen Chews for Dogs: Benefits and Best Picks
Chews & Treats

Collagen Chews for Dogs: Benefits and Best Picks

My dog used to destroy a rawhide chew in minutes, then spend the next day with an upset stomach. Switching to collagen chews for…

Bogdan Sandu 19 min read
The $50,000 Dog: Lifetime Cost Analysis Reveals True Price of Pet Ownership
Dogs

The $50,000 Dog: Lifetime Cost Analysis Reveals True Price of Pet Ownership

That puppy in the window costs way more than you think. Try $52,075 for large breeds over their lifetime. Annual expenses jumped 130% in…

Bogdan Sandu 10 min read
Dachshund Haircut Styles That Keep Them Dapper
Hair Styles

Dachshund Haircut Styles That Keep Them Dapper

The most popular dachshund haircut styles are the puppy cut, the teddy bear cut, the breed-standard show trim, and the sanitary trim, each defined…

Bogdan Sandu 15 min read
Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Haircut Styles to Try
Hair Styles

Cavalier King Charles Spaniel Haircut Styles to Try

Most Cavalier owners find out the hard way, usually after a mat forms behind an ear overnight. The most popular Cavalier King Charles Spaniel…

Bogdan Sandu 14 min read
Standard Schnauzer Haircut Styles That Wow
Hair Styles

Standard Schnauzer Haircut Styles That Wow

Six haircuts. One pattern underneath all of them. Standard schnauzer haircut styles are clipped or hand-stripped variations on a single breed trim: short jacket,…

Bogdan Sandu 15 min read
Lhasa Apso Haircut Styles That Highlight Their Charm
Hair Styles

Lhasa Apso Haircut Styles That Highlight Their Charm

Every Lhasa Apso owner hits the same wall: the coat looks incredible for about six days, then the mats arrive. The most popular Lhasa…

Bogdan Sandu 16 min read
English Cocker Spaniel Haircut Styles You Should See
Hair Styles

English Cocker Spaniel Haircut Styles You Should See

Every English Cocker owner hits the same wall around week seven: the feathering starts to felt, and the appointment cannot come fast enough. The…

Bogdan Sandu 13 min read
Portuguese Water Dog Haircut Styles for the Active Pup
Hair Styles

Portuguese Water Dog Haircut Styles for the Active Pup

A Portuguese Water Dog’s hair never stops growing. Leave it alone and you get mats, not curls. The three main Portuguese Water Dog haircut…

Bogdan Sandu 14 min read
Yorkshire Terrier Haircut Styles for a Glam Makeover
Hair Styles

Yorkshire Terrier Haircut Styles for a Glam Makeover

A Yorkie’s coat grows roughly half an inch every month, and it never stops. The most popular Yorkshire Terrier haircut styles are the puppy…

Bogdan Sandu 16 min read
Great Pyrenees Haircut Styles for a Tidy, Regal Look
Hair Styles

Great Pyrenees Haircut Styles for a Tidy, Regal Look

Ask three groomers about Great Pyrenees haircut styles and you may get three different answers. Ask them about shaving one and you will get…

Bogdan Sandu 15 min read
Bichon Frise Haircut Styles That Are Fluffy Perfection
Hair Styles

Bichon Frise Haircut Styles That Are Fluffy Perfection

Two Bichons can walk out of the same salon looking like different breeds. The cut is why. The most popular Bichon Frise haircut styles…

Bogdan Sandu 15 min read

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