National Dog Day is on August 26 and we are getting ready to celebrate all our furry friends in the best ways possible! Actually is is also now called International Dog Day. Can you believe that our furry friends have been with us for at least 14,000 years?…
August 24, 2022
Development of a ‘Quality of Life’ Measurement Scale for Dogs
Wellbeing has become a major interest to dog owners, veterinarians, and a wide range of dog product and service providers. The increasing attention for the dog-owner relationship combined with advances in nutrition and veterinary care have made wellbeing a focal point for dog owners, veterinarians, and dog product…
August 20, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 8/20/22
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…
The findings of a newly published study led by the Purdue University College of Veterinary Medicine provides further evidence of the benefits of service dogs for veterans with PTSD and helps identify more specifically which dogs and human-animal interactions lead to the best outcomes. "The ultimate goal of our research is…
August 13, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 8/13/22
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…
August 10, 2022
Are Bubbles Safe For Dogs To Play With?
Why are dog bubble games such a great form of enrichment for your pet? Bubble games with dogs are a great way to get some exercise outside, and test out their skills. This is a simple game where the whole family can enjoy the patterns and colors of…
August 6, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 8/6/22
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…
August 3, 2022
Does your dog have social skills?
A study suggests that viewing the owner's face works as a positive social reinforcement for dogs. A team of researchers tested a group of dogs by presenting them with a two-way choice task: a video showing the owner's face next to a food reward and another video displaying…
Today marks DOGust Day, the universal birthday for rescue pets who don't have a known date of birth. To celebrate and honor the thousands of in need of new forever homes, we celebrate DOGust Month. "DOGust Day, technically August 1st, comes at a critical time; adoptions slow significantly…
July 30, 2022
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 7/30/22
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…