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To sustain this free service, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. This doesn’t affect rankings. Our review process. While dog DNA testing has come a long way over the last few years to identify mixed breeds and genetic health risks, not all testing kits are created equal. Orivet’s at-home dog DNA tests are some of the most affordable you can find. But do they give you the…
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KEVN) – The pandemic and cold weather, these factors are weighing people down. And their pets are feeling it too. “They definitely take on our characteristics and our energy, they read our thoughts, dogs are really good at that,” said Katherine Andres, owner of animalpsychologycenter.com. A recent survey says that 36% of dogs gained weight during the pandemic, and 56% of owners claimed their pet’s weight gain…
To sustain this free service, we receive affiliate commissions via some of our links. This doesn’t affect rankings. Our review process. Have you always wondered about your dog’s mysterious mix of breeds? If you got your dog from a shelter or a rescue, you likely have no concrete idea. With the DNA My Dog breed identification test kit, you may be able to confirm some of your suspicions about what…
Hookworms are one of the most common parasites plaguing the companion animal world. They use their hooklike mouths to latch onto a pet’s intestines, where they feast on tissue fluids and blood. Infected pets can experience dramatic weight loss, bloody stool, anemia and lethargy, among other issues. According to new research from the University of Georgia, they’ve become multiple-drug resistant. Right now, U.S. veterinarians rely on three types of drugs…
PITTSBURGH — Anne Burrows is a biological anthropologist and professor at Duquesne University in Pittsburgh who teaches a course on the unique relationship between humans and dogs. She also has a special place in her heart for our canine companions, volunteering at Animal Friends three days a week as a dog walker and parenting an 8-year-old husky mix named Ruby. Burrows agreed to share some of her insights into the…
Happy New Year! Can you believe 2022 is here?! I can’t, and I also never imagined that the world would be the way it is. Do you agree that we need a major transformation on Earth and that our current ways of life are no longer serving our society? It seems that many world leaders, politicians, and those in power, are flexing their muscles, posturing, competing for power, money, resources,…
{{featured_button_text}} These 30 foods can potentially be poisonous to dogs. The list includes things like nutmeg, garlic, cherries, peaches, onions and other everyday foods. 30 foods that are poisonous to dogs 30 foods that are poisonous to dogs As man’s best friend, dogs do everything with us: walk around town, ride in the car, play in the yard, and snuggle on the couch. It’s natural, then—given how much time we spend…
Question: I’ve only had medium- to large-sized dogs before, including an amazing German shepherd mix. Now I’m thinking of adopting a smaller dog … maybe a Chihuahua. What differences could I reasonably expect between this breed and what I’m used to. Answer: I’ve met people over the years who “just didn’t like little dogs” and many times smaller dogs will automatically be labeled “yappers.” That’s not necessarily the case at all…
The National Institute of Health (NIH) has been accused of purchasing abused dogs from a Virginia breeding facility by People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals (PETA). PETA launched its own seven-month investigation into the Envigo facility in Cumberland, Va., which breeds dogs to be used as research animals for pharmaceutical and biotech companies, as well as the NIH. Envigo, as well as its acquired Covance, have reportedly received contracts…
