Ask Dr. Paola: Monday February 10, 2025
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Welcome to our “Ask Dr. Paola” series, where every Monday we bring expert advice straight from Dr. Paola Cuevas (MVZ) to help our readers better understand their dog’s health and well-being. Whether you’re a new pet parent or a seasoned dog lover, Dr. Paola is here to provide answers to your most pressing questions. From nutrition tips and preventive care to troubleshooting common behavioral...
The Tiny Dog Couch: One Size Fits All…Apparently!
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Hi, I’m Dr. Karyn! Read my introduction to learn more about me and my five funny dogs, Poppy, Bailey, Kodah, Ned, and Fred. Christmas 2024 was a big year in our house. Husband got a fancy skull shaver (which he promptly returned), I got a new, fandangle coffee machine, and Ned & Fred got a new bed. Technically, this little bed is marketed for cats, but seeing as a cat is roughly the size and weight...
What Can Hinder Dogs From Exhibiting Natural Behavior?
If a dog is unable to exhibit natural behavior it may have adverse effects. So, what hinders natural behaviors in dogs? A variety of factors can significantly hinder a dog’s ability to exhibit natural behaviors, impacting their overall well-being and behavior. These factors can be categorized into environmental influences, social interactions, and individual characteristics. Environmental Influences The dog’s living environment plays a crucial role in shaping its behavior. For instance, inadequate living conditions—such as...
NEW Human Commonalities Project Launched by Human Animal Support Services (HASS)
The project aims to connect participating animal welfare organizations with human welfare organizations to address the common social service needs in their communities, together (AUSTIN, TX) February 6, 2025–Human Animal Support Services (HASS), an international project bridging the gap between human and animal welfare, officially launched the Human Commonalities Project (HCP). Knowing that 98% of pet owners agree that pets are family, this project’s goal is to identify the commonalities between people interacting with the animal...
Dogster Photo Contest: Dogs of the Week Winners (Feb 06, 2025)
Click to Skip Ahead This Week’s Winner Name: Gabby Breed: Labrador Retriever Fun Fact: Gabby is our sweet Labrador who is 14 yrs old. We did not think she would make it to 14 due to being born with hip dysplasia and being on join supplements all her life. She is one of three labs we have and definitely the boss of the house. She has quite the personality and is very sassy. She does what she wants and that is it. Cutest Name: Poppy Breed: Dutch Smoushond Fun Fact: Poppy is a 6 year old male rescue. He and his 7 litter mates were homeless...
Holistic Palliative Care for Dogs
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Are Hyenas Dogs? Our Vet Explains
VET APPROVED The information is current and up-to-date in accordance with the latest veterinarian research. Learn more » Click to Skip Ahead When you take a look at a hyena, it would be easy to imagine that they’re related to dogs. With their upright ears, loping gait, and social behavior, they seem to share many canine characteristics. However, you might be surprised to learn that hyenas are not closely related to dogs at all, and if anything, are more closely related to cats, though, they are not cats. In fact, the closest...
Webcast: Can trauma-informed care support behavior modification efforts for dogs?
Maddie’s® Insights is our ongoing webcast series with practical tips based on current research to help pets and people. Join us on Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 12PM PT/3PM ET for “Can Trauma-Informed Care Support Behavior Modification Efforts for Dogs?” Claire Corridan, BVMSPhD, MRCVS will present. This talk explores the aspects of Trauma-Informed Care for humans which might be applied in dogs, focusing on the assessment of shelter dogs or those presented for problematic behaviors, and the potential for protecting...
A Digital Version of Your Dog
Animal Wellness is North America’s top natural health and lifestyle magazine for dogs and cats, with a readership of over one million every year. AW features articles by some of the most renowned experts in the pet industry, with topics ranging from diet and health related issues, to articles on training, fitness and emotional well being. Source: Animal Wellness...
Dogs and the Big Bad Stairs: Gizmo Conquers His Fears
Welcome to the Wednesday Dogs of Dogster! Every Wednesday, we share a story from one of our Dogsters. This week is about Kate & Gizmo, her scruffy Pug mix. The last time you heard from me, I told you about all of the games Gizmo and I play at his mealtimes. One of those games, the scavenger hunt, heavily uses the stairs as a tricky kibble hiding place. Gizmo delicately picks his way up and down the stairs, thoroughly checking each step like some kind of detective-slash-blood hound-slash-rock climber. But it wasn’t always like...
