Last week’s AHD Bulletin – Animal Health Digest Bulletin, January 4, 2024. Link. Most read post(s) from the January 4th AHD Bulletin – Will we be ready? Introducing Gen Alpha. Link. Cat takes exception to coyotes attacking the family dog (video). Link. Communication – a critical skill for success. Link. … [Read more...]
Dental treats. Every crunch counts.
Fifty-five percent of treats dog owners buy are for dental care. Caroline Coile, PhD, says yes, then reminds us about xylitol and shares perspectives on the benefits of dental treats as a secondary oral health approach. Every crunch counts. Dogs can chew, chomp and lap their way to cleaner teeth. Use treats as a preventative following a professional cleaning.” - Caroline … [Read more...]
Does cuddling lead to better-behaved dogs?
Scientists refute the notion that all canine moms provide the appropriate nurturing needed to produce healthy and well-adjusted puppies. Stanley Coren, PhD, shares research showing the differences in pups from dams that spent a lot of time touching, manipulating and caring for their pups compared to others that were more inattentive. . . . a puppy with a high frequency of … [Read more...]
Straddling the fence on dog parks
Mary R. Burch, PhD, presents the pros and cons of dog parks. She shares alternatives for dog owners who are not confident their local dog park is secure, safe and appropriately maintained. Source: AKC Family Dog, May/June 2023. Link. Also see: Search results for: dog parks, AHD. Link. INSIGHTS: Consider checking out the dog parks in your local area and communicate with … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – November 10, 2022
Last week’s most read posts – Vaccinating unhealthy animals by Scott Weese, DVM. Link. Last AHD Bulletin - Animal Health Digest Bulletin, Thursday, November 3, 2022. Link. 50 therapist-approved tips to stave off holiday stress Source: PARADE, December 6, 2021. Link. For many, the holiday season is particularly difficult. The pressure to show up a certain … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – November 17, 2021
Last week’s. . . . . . most read post We’re overfeeding like crazy. Link. . . . AHD Bulletin Animal Health Digest Bulletin – November 11, 2021. Link. . . . Posts from one year ago Archived posts from November 2020. Link. Why do animals hibernate? Source: Trivia Genius, November 12, 2021. Link. Bears may be the most famous hibernators, … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – May 6, 2021
Last week’s top post Beyond wellness plans, bundling can work Source: Animal Health Digest. April 20, 2021. Link. Tractor Supply, over 5 million chickens sold to new customers in 2020 Source: Morning Brew, April 28, 2021. Link. TSC credits strong Q1 earnings to millennials moving to suburban and rural areas. There’s a name … [Read more...]
Worth a Glance – April 29, 2021
20 Vacation Ideas for You and Your Dog Source: Daily Paws, April 5, 2021. Link. Top dog-friendly vacation destinations, a guide to exploring the world with your furry companion. Limping puppy: What should I do if my dog is limping? Source: Revival Animal Health, April 21, 2021. Link. Marty Greer, DVM, JD tips on what you should … [Read more...]
Why dogs eat rocks and how to stop it
Rock eating by dogs can be the result of a medical, behavioral or psychological problem, writes Kaitlyn Arford. While boredom is frequently the reason, she reviews eating disorders and possible medical reasons for this habit that is also hard on teeth. Teaching dogs and puppies two important basic commands, “leave it” and “drop it,” is the foundation of successfully destroying … [Read more...]
Proofing a dog’s training
The 3-D approach to proofing a dog’s training involves challenging the dog with what it does at home without distractions in a distracted environment. Kathy Santo explains the three major categories of proofing: Distraction Duration Distance The reality of dog training is that proofing is the way to take your training from “works at home, sometimes” to “works … [Read more...]
AKC: Signs of chronic pain in dogs
Pain is personal to the pet, the owner and the veterinary team and can be hard to identify. Kevin T. Fitzgerald, DVM, provides solid information for dog owners, including a list of top signs of chronic pain in dogs and how it can be eased. Source: AKC Family Dog, March/April 2020. Link. Diet is perhaps the most underused pain relief method.” - Kevin T. Fitzgerald, … [Read more...]
AKC on alternative meat diets and the grain free question
There has been confusion and misinformation in past months about boutique, exotic ingredients, or grain-free diets (BEG) and the prevalence of DCM. The recent issue of AKC Family Dog presents information on the DCM story and what is being considered as food sources for dogs. Source: AKC Family Dog,January/February 2020. Update: The grain-free question. Link. Where’s … [Read more...]
Train kids and dogs
Sometimes the biggest challenge to training dogs is to prevent a well-meaning family member from sabotaging the process. Source: AKC Family Dog, July/August 2016. It is important to include children in every step of the process and to make sure everyone is following the rules in regards to training. The reality is that the humans in the equation need training as well. If … [Read more...]
Vet Set Go offers a roadmap for kids who dream of vet medicine
Chris Carpenter, DVM, is guiding tweens with a quick-start guide to a career working with animals. His website, new book and videos help children learn about being a veterinarian. Source: AKC Family Dog, May/June 2016, page 42. (direct link unavailable) Vet Set Go is the first and only web community designed for aspiring veterinarians. … [Read more...]
Internet dog food myths debunked
Recent pet food recalls have caused significant chatter around the worldwide web. Caroline Coile, PhD, addresses eight common topics where misinformation dominates. Source: AKC Family Dog, March/April 2016, Page 14. (direct link unavailable) While the internet can be a great source of information, using trustworthy sources backed with scientific research is important. Here … [Read more...]
Dogs bloat
Concise and scary is how I describe this article about bloat in dogs or, gastric dialation-volvus complex, GDV. The key to survival is quick recognition. Approximately 180,000 owners of AKC-registered animals will receive this information. It is also good content for veterinary hospital websites, blogs or client newsletters. Source: AKC Family Dog, January/February 2016, … [Read more...]