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).
Got a border collie? Researchers have used open access data sets to find a genetic link to the herding behaviours and cognition that make them great. The research team identified more than eight genes strongly associated with cognition. One of the standouts was EPHB1, a gene involved in spatial memory. Several variants of EPHB1 appeared across herding breed genomes, suggesting that this gene may support the array of complex motor patterns and decision-making skills essential for herding - like stalking, chasing and grab-biting.
I've been blogging since 2010 about a range of dog issues. I particularly like sharing the latest research news and I always share a Doggy Quote of the Month