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01/13/2025

https://www.rover.com/blog/dog-enrichment-z/?fbclid=IwY2xjawHyTzpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHSFtzEjdKQz7-_hnATzwtrQoo-jWsXp3C8UM-gK2aLvtqjnix6cKA4-jyg_aem_75kbOGI6Z1NS2AfJd0GEfQ

Keeping your dog in shape is an important part of dog wellness, but it's also...

01/08/2025

Making sure dogs enjoy their work, even see their work as play, is a fundamental requirement for all dogs - especially therapy and service dogs. Dr. Ed Bailey explains part of this in his "three strands" article which I posted here previously. We must cooperate with dogs to form mutually beneficial relationships. The fact that some rescue operators believe dogs must be "forced" in order to interact with humans in a therapeutic way highlights the importance of educating as many and as much as we can!

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/canine-corner/202501/do-therapy-dogs-actually-like-their-jobs?fbclid=IwY2xjawHr3lNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHYzYIzwH3UyN7osvIWkdDgYGQqHdDxPmg5mSEMyWxrPsIHrE6HdQQ5Gs7w_aem_Oyv3rluL4IjYCS0EmOPIdg

Some people worry that therapy dogs who are exposed to the negative emotions of therapy clients, may themselves become stressed. New data indicates that that is not the case.

01/06/2025

https://www.facebook.com/share/17yVkevuBh/

12/23/2024

https://www.iflscience.com/37-percent-of-us-dog-owners-think-vaccines-will-give-their-dog-autism-70522?fbclid=IwY2xjawHWReBleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHfdHLKxNASum04xgE_KHc9zy6DA1Yg-d0PFNd8l7BUYo2AZECXfDxyP7_g_aem_ykmxbPC53AbVRhLis4BDbg

12/10/2024

https://www.ecowatch.com/fruit-bats-cognitive-abilities.html?fbclid=IwY2xjawHFc89leHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHdtDEOqiCJq8UJpNbrvKM1oQ1UamYuRxK5pEeTrIobnCnxmabCtFwXaU-Q_aem_-sLEryFPHU6Ffm8FLUCFkg

12/06/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/1BLfB9Qb5c/

12/05/2024

https://www.iflscience.com/ancient-americans-and-dogs-became-best-buddies-2000-years-earlier-than-thought-77084?fbclid=IwY2xjawG-01RleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHcdgrN-AN2ntz2iqUxqWAvyKYSqpOzIhDqaRPiMNih3123cOaK7OdBQuHw_aem_JBrQFWs_zaUugeOP3IXwsQ

11/11/2024

https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/canine-corner/200911/do-dogs-laugh

11/09/2024

https://www.iflscience.com/that-guilty-look-that-your-dog-is-giving-you-isnt-actually-guilt-theyre-scared-40414?fbclid=IwY2xjawGckfpleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHaT5C0C6U8h2uht7GuBX16zaWnvo86HbDAHru63G17R5brmLz7CvCyvUUw_aem_u3s1K46cD93zFrOEPkvGyw&sfnsn=mo

That 'Guilty' Look That Your Dog Is Giving You Isn't Actually Guilt

10/17/2024

Fantastic new study showing the critical importance of early training for every puppy
https://www.psychologytoday.com/intl/blog/canine-corner/202410/do-puppy-classes-have-a-lasting-effect-on-dog-behavior?fbclid=IwY2xjawF-KsNleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHWi_OfuVf-JP_Dsv4UX_cfP_UUVENiuc8yXwgBxEi_12JWA0Z_YX2UQAvQ_aem_7B0n489Rp2YUs7SrxG4vOA

Enrolling a puppy in a puppy class before the age of 6 months reduces the likelihood of adult behavior problems such as aggression and destructive behavior.

10/15/2024

There are a lot of "puppy mills" in operation in our area. If you want to get a puppy make sure you can meet the mother to make sure she is healthy and of good temperament.

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09/25/2024

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/animal-emotions/202402/animal-play-is-fun-fair-chaotic-and-serious-business?fbclid=IwY2xjawFhTwFleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHe0v_dzEPz-DlKtIkmELutIO9Ug_GUbD3m5eIMpOjsA4JROBqEyEfpzYTQ_aem_xlZSHC35LHULr3vqGMpFRw

09/25/2024

https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/animal-emotions/202404/why-your-dog-must-consent-with-what-you-ask-them-to-do?fbclid=IwY2xjawFhHSlleHRuA2FlbQIxMQABHTGDtAp9mXN1Eb5XnIjFWYnj-l01xARdLWvPzTUWw0BwPokD97cBbH6yjg_aem_IowFQQk-ne-4FDIhBycInA

Erin Jones's new book calls for developing and maintaining positive dog-human partnerships, using humane best practices, and honoring a dog's point of view and autonomy.

06/04/2024

03/25/2024

https://www.facebook.com/share/AhCWrh8rhSA43RqM/?mibextid=xfxF2i

02/12/2024

https://www.iflscience.com/how-long-might-your-dog-live-new-study-calculates-life-expectancy-for-different-breeds-72885?fbclid=IwAR2I_a-bnYcnUrgLOVM7yg3anLp5iGb_-WaS7khabU2Er9TELk6Z9xmmym8

The study provides some important information that might help some potential owners decide which dog is right for them.