Dr. Laurie Coger

02/02/2025

Even the FDA has walked back on the dietary (grain free) DCM issue. So why in the world would the AKC Canine Health Foundation waste money on it especially with a researcher whose work has been challenged by so many colleagues and authorities? See https://tinyurl.com/DCMstudy

28/01/2025

I suspect the cat that allegedly contracted avian flu from a raw pet food actually got it from contact with waterfowl on her outdoor adventures. Per the pet owner and medical records, this cat was NOT strictly indoors! I personally applaud the cat owner for providing her cat with a naturally enriched life, where she could explore the great outdoors, in what everyone thought was a safe manner. It is tragic that she contracted this disease, but basic science and commonsense suggest she was more likely exposed when outdoors than from a pet food produced in a USDA inspected plant from USDA passed human quality ingredients.

Reckless regulatory marketing stokes fear of raw pet food.

13/01/2025

The tragedy in California is impacting dogs, too. Here are some things to support your dog if you have been affected by the fire.

The absolute tragedy of the wildfire in California has shaken everyone, especially those with friends and family who have been affected. Several of my friends have lost everything, escaping with the clothes on their backs, a few things they could grab, and luckily their dogs. While they are trying t...

11/01/2025

A judge has approved a 15 million dollar settlement in the Seresto collar class action suit.

A federal judge in Illinois has signed off on a $15 million settlement agreement to end claims revolving around an alleged failure to warn of adverse side effects associated with Seresto flea and tick collars.

09/01/2025

Copper update for those who might have missed it:

Freeze dried beef liver treats have been popular training treats for decades. They are convenient, readily available, and of high value for many dogs.

07/01/2025

The latest on the Librela situation from Zoetis:

30/12/2024

Now this takes the cake! If you are worried about the positive test for bird flu in Northwest Naturals cat food, take a breath. The testing was performed on an open package of the product! Not only is this contrary to law, it is contrary to common sense! There is no way to know from where the virus came. The proper procedure would be to test an unopened package fro, the same lot number.

Click the link in the post below to read all the details/

Oregon Department of Agriculture breaks all rules causing fear for pet food consumers.

27/12/2024

2025 Vaccination Recommendations:

I’ve added comments on both canine influenza and Bordetella vaccinations in this year’s update, to help you better understand my recommendations. Click below to download a PDF of these guidelines, or scroll in the content box to read here.

21/12/2024

Making the Librela issue as easily understood as I can: https://healthydogworkshop.com/rolling-the-dice-on-librela/

19/12/2024

FDA issues new warning about Librela:

The FDA has identified and analyzed adverse events in dogs treated with Librela (bedinvetmab injection).

01/12/2024

Are you dedicated to feeding your pet better? If you use commercial options, Truth About Pet Food's List is your go-to.for what products to choose. My long time colleague and friend Susan Thixton pores over every detail to be sure that all the claims brands make are true. It's hands down the best resource for fresh food feeding of both dogs and cats. Get yours now at the link below.

The 2025 List of pet foods I trust to give my own pets.

28/11/2024

Would you feed a product with these ingredients to your dog? Check out the latest blog for more: https://healthydogworkshop.com/would-you-feed-your-dog-this/

24/11/2024

Canine cancer rates are skyrocketing! Empower yourself to know more and do more for your dog. Read more at the blog -- click below!

There’s a popular saying that comes up often in the fresh food feeding community. “When we know better, we do better.” But I think there is an even more insightful twist on this, that I thought of while looking through some old photos. “When we know more, we can do more.”

16/11/2024

Sad to hear this, as Tiki was one of the brands I recommended to cat owners. Not now.

Another small brand purchased.

11/11/2024

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