Author: Jackie Brown
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Pets Are Key to Healthy Aging
Its no secret that owning a pet brings all sorts of benefits to your life. Recent studies show evidence that suggests owning a pet fosters healthy aging for humans.
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Pet Obesity Remains a Big Issue
Despite efforts to help prevent pet obesity, recent statistics suggest that the pet obesity epidemic has not improved.
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Animal Cruelty a Felony in Virginia
Virginia Governor, Ralph Northam, has signed a recent bill regarding animal cruelty and abuse.
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New California Pet Store Law in Effect
What other stipulations go along with the new California law that pet stores can no longer sell pets unless they come from shelters or rescues?
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Celebrities: Their Dogs are Just Like Ours!
Celebrity dogs get into debacles, too. Mandy Moore’s shepherd mix recently chewed up and swallowed a tennis ball.
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Morris Animal Foundation Awards New Grants
The Morris Animal Foundation is backing nine research projects at six different universities and institutions this year.
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Dog Pooping Blood? Here’s What to Do Next
A dog pooping blood calls for medical attention, but before you call your vet, make sure that the red stuff you're seeing is, in fact, blood.
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Latest Flavors in Pet Food: Crickets and Carp
RootLab is testing unique flavors like crickets and Asian carp to find nutritious pet food that won’t negatively impact our environment.
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New Weapon in Canine Bone Cancer
A new study in dogs with cancer resulted in longer survival times without chemotherapy — and it may even mark progress for cancer in humans.
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Cushing’s Disease in Dogs — Signs, Diagnosis and Treatment
What is Cushing’s disease in dogs? What symptoms should you look for, how is Cushing’s in dogs diagnosed and what is the treatment for it?
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Green Dog Poop — Is It Always a Cause for Concern?
Green dog poop happens for a couple of different reasons — some of them serious and others not. Here’s how to tell the difference and what to do about green dog poop.
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Is Your Dog Vomiting Blood? What to Do Next
Is a dog vomiting blood always an emergency? Should you take a dog who’s vomiting blood to a vet ASAP or can you wait? It depends on these factors.
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New Treatment for Dogs With Arrhythmia
A rare but deadly type of arrhythmia has a new treatment thanks to research funded by the Morris Animal Foundation.
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Human Doctor and Vet Join Forces to Help Dog
A Pit Bull named Jefferson got a lucky break when his vet teamed up with a human radiologist on an expensive and invasive procedure.
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Treatment Discovered for Emerging Zoonotic Disease
Morris Animal Foundation recently funded a study that discovered a vaccine that could treat dogs already infected with the CanL disease.
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When It Comes to the Law, One Word Can Make a Big Difference
A change to a dangerous-dog ordinance shows the impact wording has on the law.
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New Study Says Dogs Might Be the Secret to a Better Night’s Sleep
A new study finds that women who sleep with dogs enjoy a more peaceful sleep than they do when sharing their beds with another human.
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Hawaii Latest State to Crack Down on Fake Service Dogs
Find out how Hawaii is laying down the law when it comes to fake service animals.
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Dog Tooth Infection Signs and Treatments
What are the symptoms of a dog tooth infection and are there any home remedies you can use to treat dog tooth infections or should you see the vet?
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Breed Identification on Mixed-Breed Dogs Isn’t That Accurate
Adoptable mixed-breed dogs might be mislabeled more often than we think. Here’s what a recent study found!
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New Drug Shows Promise for Dog Dementia
New drug Ropesalazine may help dogs with canine cognitive dysfunction.
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Researchers 3D Print New Skull for Dog with Cancer
A 3D-printed skull plate saved the life of one dog with a multilobular osteochondrosarcoma tumor.
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Separation Anxiety Study Shows Petting is Beneficial
Petting your pup before you leave could be a factor in easing separation anxiety.
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Reese’s Law Enacted in Florida
A new Florida law requires some dogs to obtain an “aggressive dog certificate” and wear muzzles. Find out more.
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Animal Welfare Enforcement Down
The United States Department of Agriculture’s Animal Care Enforcement Summary says that the enforcement of animal welfare laws has gone down.
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5 Winter Health Hazards for Dogs
Now that’s it’s officially winter, make sure you’re well aware of these season-specific health concerns for dogs.
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When to Take a Dog to the Vet, ASAP
Wondering when to take a dog to the vet immediately? We’ve rounded up a list of situations that need veterinary attention ASAP — and tips on how to handle an emergency situation en route to the vet’s office.
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Is Your Dog Losing Teeth? Find Out If It’s Normal
What should you do about your dog losing teeth? Is it normal to have a puppy losing teeth? What about an old dog whose teeth are falling out? Learn more.
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New Study Shows That Dogs Can Read Human’s Facial Expressions
Dogs may not be able to talk back to us in a traditional sense, but a new study shows that they can understand us.
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How to Stop Diarrhea in Dogs This Holiday Season
’Tis the season for holiday parties, decorations and comfort foods — which, unfortunately, could spell out diarrhea in dogs. Here's what to do.
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