Veterinarians caution that a one-size-fits-all exercise plan can fail dogs: breed, individual energy and lifestyle determine how much physical and mental activity a dog needs to stay healthy. Read On…
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…
The University of Rochester Medical Center says dog bites send millions of children to emergency departments each year, with many incidents involving a family or grandparent's dog and leaving lasting physical and emotional effects. Read On…
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…
Researchers report that female veterans who trained service dogs for eight weeks showed increased telomere length — a biological marker associated with reduced cellular aging — compared with a control group that showed declines. Read On…