New federal bills would prohibit breed restrictions in public housing and provide critically needed support for unhoused people with pets to help them find emergency housing with their pets. Pets belong with their owners, and all responsible owners deserve to keep their four-legged companions, regardless of housing status.…
June 10, 2023
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media 6/10/23
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…
Goodbye chicken, hello pea protein. Decades ago, choosing dog food was easy: Just pick any of the nearly-identical kibble or canned foods from the grocery store shelves. Today, there’s a gazillion more options out there, with many of them touting themselves as fresh and “human-grade.” Recently, some of the…
June 3, 2023
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 6/3/23
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…
Things to observe or celebrate for the month of June. Lots of days to help us be more aware of our furry family and friends. June 4–10 | Pet Appreciation Week (first week in June) June 4- 10 | National Dog Bite Awareness Week (USPS) June 19–23 |…
It is believed that the increase in brain size is a result of increased urbanization and a more complex social environment than their older relatives. The evolution of modern dog breeds have become genetically more distant from wolves than ever before. A recent study found that today's dogs have…
May 27, 2023
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 5/27/23
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…
May 24, 2023
Pull Up Your Socks and Watch for Ticks
With many people heading outside over the long weekend, the Department of Health would like to remind us all that ticks are often found in tall grass, brush, or wooded areas and will latch onto people or pets who brush up against them. People should check themselves, their children…
May 20, 2023
Week’s Review of Canine Social Media – 5/20/23
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…
May 17, 2023
Did You Know That There is Sunscreen for Dogs?
Most dogs love spending time outdoors. As the weather gets warmer, our canine family are more likely to be outdoors with us - laying in the grass, running in the park or dog park, or joining us at the beach. This also means that they will be exposed to…