Lick mats encourage repetitive licking that soothes dogs, promotes slow feeding and helps scrape plaque from gums, providing both behavioral and dental benefits. Read On…
Lick mats calm dogs, slow feeding and help dental health, experts say
Posts Tagged ‘dogs’
Bark in the Park 5K Brings Canine Health Fundraising to Central Park
The Cornell Richard P. Riney Canine Health Center and Purina Cornell CHAMP held a non-competitive 5K Fun Run & Walk in Central Park on March 30, 2025, pitching the event as a family-friendly way to raise funds and awareness for canine health research. Read On…
Study in Animals finds postbiotic cuts canine oral malodor by 27%
Researchers report that Superculture Pet Oral lowered volatile sulfur compounds linked to halitosis in beagles and small mixed-breed dogs, and twice as many treated dogs had noticeably fresher breath after one week. Read On…
WildGut rising as pet owners turn to liquid probiotics for canine digestive health
WildGut, a daily liquid probiotic produced in the United States under GMP standards, is central to a 2025 shift toward non‑pharmaceutical digestive support for dogs as owners search for microbiome‑focused solutions. Read On…
Large study finds long-term CBD use tied to lower aggression in dogs
A study of 47,000 animals reported that dogs receiving long-term CBD supplements showed reduced aggression compared with dogs not given CBD, researchers at the University of Tennessee and Arizona State University said. Read On…
AKC: Plain Pumpkin Can Help Dogs With Mild Diarrhea, But See a Vet for Serious Cases
The American Kennel Club says plain pumpkin can be a simple dietary aid for dogs with mild diarrhea, because it is fiber-rich and contains vitamins and minerals; owners should still identify the cause and seek veterinary care for serious symptoms. Read On…
UC Davis study updates spay‑neuter timing for 41 dog breeds to reduce joint disorders and cancers
Researchers at UC Davis published a 2024 study in Frontiers in Veterinary Science that expands earlier work and adjusts breed-specific spay‑neuter timelines to reduce joint and cancer risks in dogs. Read On…
Hebrew University study uses mid‑pregnancy fetal fluids from six dogs to map fetal genetics
A team at the Hebrew University Veterinary Teaching Hospital monitored six pregnant bitches and sampled fetal fluids in mid‑pregnancy to evaluate whether those fluids reliably reflect fetal genetic profiles. Read On…
Study suggests dog licks linked to better mental wellbeing in teenagers
A team at Azabu University analysed saliva and microbiota in 345 teenagers and reports that microbes associated with dogs — transferred in part by licking and kissing — may be linked to improved social behaviour and mental wellbeing. Read On…
Study of 47,000 Dogs Finds Long-Term CBD Use Linked to Lower Aggression
A large observational study using data from the Dog Aging Project found that dogs receiving CBD supplements for prolonged periods were initially more aggressive but became less aggressive with continued use, researchers said. Read On…