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…
Welcome to the fourth month of 2024. Springtime is in full swing and there are so many reasons to celebrate and enjoy our furry friends and family. Let's continue to make this year their best one yet! Week & Month-Long Pet Holiday Celebrations April 2024 Heartworm Awareness Month…
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…
We all know dogs might have long been considered man's best friend, but according to a detailed study, while men may have wanted dogs for hunting and herding livestock, it was women who gave them names and domesticated them. Researchers from the University of Washington conducted a cross-cultural…
February 15, 2024
Consequences of Forced Separation of People From Their Pets
A new study reviewed 27 years of international research and published in the peer-reviewed journal Anthrozoös reveals the psychological and safety risks associated with forced separation of people from their pets in crises like domestic violence and natural disasters. The research highlights the deep emotional bonds between humans and…
February 9, 2024
New Camera System Captures How Animals See Colors in Motion
We've long been fascinated by how animals see the world and researchers and veterinarians have told us that a dog’s vision is quite different from human vision. A look back at our DoggieUK9 Blog story of September 2022, we learned that dogs see the world in fewer hues…
February 4, 2024
Wonder What Your Dog Most Likes to Watch on TV?
Turns out dogs Have favorite things that they like to watch on TV. A new study says the faves are nature documentaries, Lassie or good old Scooby-Doo. A study to evaluate and develop better ways to check canine vision, uses videos to capture dogs attention, even for a…