The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tightening the leash on dog importation with new rules going into effect this summer in an effort to prevent rabies. Beginning August 1, 2024. anyone wanting to bring a dog into the United States will have to prove it…
Mastering Your Ring Performance Seminar Presented by Lara Avery of Star Power Dog Training September 28th & 29th,2024:Two-Day Competition Obedience Seminar Monday September 30th, 2024: Private Lessons Doggie U K9 Academy 1515-D 5th Industrial Ct, Bay Shore NY 11706 Flyer with registration info
Welcome to the May 2024. Springtime is in the process of evolving into summer and there are so many reasons to celebrate outdoors and enjoy our furry friends and family. Let’s continue to make this year their best one yet! May Pet Holidays & US Holidays Month &…
Agility & Obedience & Speedway Saturday 5/4/24: Agility 10am - 3pm /Obedience 2 - 3pm Sunday 5/5/24: Agility 10am - 2pm / Obedience 10am - 2pm Saturday 5/25/24: Agility 10am - 3pm / Obedience 10am - 3pm Sunday 5/26/24: Agility 9am - 2pm / Obedience 2 - 3pm…
So what do veterinarians have to say about this daily ritual that seems to consumes so much of our canine's time when 'going for a walk?' Is it important? It sure seems to be. What is the purpose? Sniff...... Sniff! Veterinarians such as Dr Whitney Miller of Petco…
March 30, 2024
Scientists Still Not Always Sure Why Dogs Wag Their Tails
Much is known about what some tail wags mean in our canine friends and family, but a lot still remains unknown about this common behavior. Most people recognize a dog wagging his/her tail as a gesture of being happy. However, this might not always be true and scientists…
March 23, 2024
Need to Reduce Stress? Spend Some Time With a Dog!
Interacting with Dogs Boosts Brain Waves and Reduces Stress Latest science shows EEG scans reveal specific changes in brain activity while petting, walking, and playing with a dog. According to a study published March 2024 in the open-access journal PLOS ONE, spending quality time with dogs reduces stress…
A new photo exhibition honors NYPD police officers and their K9 partners who help to protect New York City. A new exhibit entitled The Dogs That Serve opens this week at the AKC Museum of the Dog in the Murray Hill section of New York City, not far from…
Of course all pet owners already know these poll results but it is nice to get confirmation. It also helps us to think of others who may be experiencing difficult times and perhaps visit with our pet or suggest the possibility of getting a support animal of their…