Not Knowing a Dog's Age Can Be a Challenge! Veterinarians have long had patients with unknown ages. This often presents a problem when it comes to recommending an appropriate diet, exercise regimen, or preventative health screenings. By unlocking a dog’s age, pet parents and veterinarians could work together to…
October 12, 2022
Considering the Concept of Freedom for Dogs
Two decades ago, some animal welfare specialists gathered to generate ideas about improving the way that humans manage and treat 'man's best friend.' They were interested in establishing some basic standards in a similar way that the US Declaration of Independence and Constitution defined 'inalienable rights' for all…
Coming Attraction! This week the DoggieU K9 Blog tackles the concept of Canine Freedom. Publication date: October 12, 2022 Some guidelines have been established two decades ago that most people are unaware of and these 'freedoms' are based on the US Declaration of Independence. Check it out. The…
October 8, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 10/8/22
Welcome to the Week's Review of Canine Social Media Welcome to this Special Feature on the DoggieU K9 Blog for an update on this week’s dog-related media and social media from around the world. There are so many stories. Here we will share some of the best stories…
October 5, 2022
‘Not your average clinic.’ Offering Free Health Care to Homeless Youth — and Their Beloved Pets
Staff at a homeless shelter noticed that so many young people experiencing homelessness had animals. It was also evident that most would seek veterinarian care for their pet before taking care of their own health needs. A dual purpose health care project was established in 2018 called One Health…
Linda Ozelis the instructor in the Painting class at Doggie U, took a First Place and Blue ribbon in the Advanced Division with her drawing of Muffin and Bjorn. Louise Wetzel one of her students received a Second Place and red ribbon for her entry in acrylics of…
October 1, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 10/1/22
Welcome to the Week's Review of Canine Social Media Welcome to this Special Feature on the DoggieU K9 Blog for an update on this week’s dog-related media and social media from around the world. There are so many stories. Here we will share some of the best stories…
October 2022 Besides getting your pet's Halloween costume ready, October is perfect for celebrating your family pets and consider adopting a new pooch. Monthlong Observations: Adopt A Shelter Dog Month Adopt A Dog Month National Pet Wellness Month National Animal Safety and Protection Month National Pit Bull Awareness…
September 28, 2022
How Do Dogs See The World?
How sharp is their vision and are dogs colorblind? A dog's vision is quite different from human vision. Dogs see the world in fewer hues than we do, but this doesn’t mean our canine companions are completely colorblind. But even if dogs’ visual worlds are not as clear…
September 24, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 9/24/22
Welcome to the Week's Review of Canine Social Media Welcome to this Special Feature on the DoggieU K9 Blog for an update on this week’s dog-related media and social media from around the world. There are so many stories. Here we will share some of the best stories…