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New research explores how having a dog around during baby’s first year may help reduce skin inflammation on a molecular level. We already know that babies with a dog in the house have lower rates of asthma, now this research focuses on painful eczema.

In the July edition of NZ Dog World, I cover the various terms of endearment used in different languages from across the Globe. We love our dogs and we have a deep emotional connection to them; what are your terms of endearment?

If you want to find shared ground with colleagues in the workplace, try sharing your pet photos!

The dog food we have relied on for over two years has changed its formula. I wonder if the big pet food companies think about the stress they cause when special diet foods are changed?

A quote from the respected journal, Lancet, about the management of arthritis. There is no cure for arthritis and this quote explains the multi-modal approach.

A new UK survey conducted on behalf of Purina has revealed what previous studies have shown, that the human-animal bond is important and that society benefits from our supportive relationship with animals.

Smokey, a Bluetick Coonhound, is the mascot of the University of Tennessee. Check out this story about the woman responsible for making the real-life Smokey's wardrobe.

In the June edition of NZ Dog World, there are tips for keeping your dog warm and healthy over winter. Time to winterise!

The quote of the month is from H Jackson Brown, the author of Life's Little Instruction Book

A change in product packaging is often cause for checking the label and formulation. This week, I discovered changes with both a Vitamin B supplement and our regular gastrointestinal dog food. With two vastly different experiences from the companies involved. Read labels (because your dog can't).