Kay-9 Petiquette

11/24/2021

While Colorado is one of the few states to license rescues and make sure kennels are sanitized and treatment records up to date -- dog imports are largely unregulated.

10/08/2021

05/02/2021

https://sciencenorway.no/ulv/wolf-packs-dont-actually-have-alpha-males-and-alpha-females-the-idea-is-based-on-a-misunderstanding/1850514?fbclid=IwAR0sxQB_eXWHzcsp0Ofn-CLfkBycqmI4eEibagLY_whxomFIUwqd6cqjn04

The researcher who introduced this term tried to clear the confusion up two decades ago, but the myth still lives on.

04/09/2021

Good information :-)

04/08/2021

New research identifies blood cancer risks in three dog breeds, suggesting the results could also be used for cancer studies in humans.

03/28/2021

Midwestern Pet Foods, Evansville, Indiana is issuing a voluntary recall of specific expiration dates of certain dog and cat food brands including CanineX, Earthborn Holistic, Venture, Unrefined, Sportmix Wholesomes, Pro Pac, Pro Pac Ultimates, Sportstrail, Sportmix and Meridian brands produced at it

03/22/2021

WSU veterinarians developed a new way to treat an autoimmune disease that left Mater, an 8‑year‑old German wire-haired pointer, completely paralyzed.

02/16/2021

New University of Penn study shows that dogs with hemangiosarcoma treated with a compound derived from the Coriolus versicolor mushroom had the longest survival times ever reported for dogs with the disease.

01/07/2021

While some breeds like Cocker Spaniels, Labrador and Golden Retrievers, Basset Hounds and Dachshunds are prone to weight problems, any dog can become overweight. Obesity in dogs can cause numerous health conditions including many forms of cancer. Learn more as we near is coming.
http://acfoundation.org/are-you-killing-your-dog-with-kindness/

12/22/2020

How to house train your puppy or adult dog (and why punishment should be avoided).

12/20/2020

Veterinary oncologists at WSU are investigating whether a drug used to treat breast cancer in humans could be used to treat one of the most common forms of cancer in dogs.

12/17/2020

Texas A&M CVMBS has introduced a simplified oncology test that allows for early diagnosis in dogs.

11/30/2020

These places supported the guy who had dogs in horrid conditions and then 58 dogs died an agonizing death in a fire.
Follow the story....

10/28/2020

Neutering (including spaying) of male and female dogs in the first year after birth has become routine in the U.S. and much of Europe, but recent research reveals that for some dog breeds, neutering may be associated with increased risks of debilitating joint disorders and some cancers, complicating...

10/05/2020

The researchers found that dogs weighing over 44 pounds as adults are at higher risk for one or more joint disorders if desexed before 1 year of age.

09/24/2020

A new study connects disease risk for joint disorders, cancers, urinary incontinence, and pyometra with reproductive status and sterilization timing in different canine breeds and both sexes.

09/22/2020

I’m little and adorable and I might bite you. Because you pick me up and sweep me into the air when I least expect it and it scares me and I hate it and no matter what I do I can’t seem to stop 2-legs from doing it to me all the time like some […]

09/20/2020

Do everyone – and your dog – a favor and pay attention to the leash by-laws. They are there for a reason. Don't be an as***le and have your dog off leash.

08/12/2020

A Cummings School of Veterinary Medicine at Tufts University study is mapping genes associated with two cancers common in golden retrievers which could lead to better prevention and treatment of the disease in dogs as well as similar cancers in people. Imagine the possibilities? https://acfoundation.org/far-reaching-benefits-from-canine-cancer-research/

08/04/2020

08/02/2020

Dr. Susan Friedman discusses the ethics, welfare, and professional development implications of LIMA for teaching animals.

07/23/2020

Very good and important information to remember !

New research on dog training methods for issues with off-leash disobedience found positive reinforcement worked best.