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Owning a dog boosts brain power in older adults

A new study has found that having a cat or a dog may have a “protective factor” over cognitive abilities as you age, helping to slow down mental decline.

Doggy quote of the month for August

From actress Elizabeth Taylor, who knew a thing or two about leading men...

Study Reveals How Having a Dog May Lower Baby’s Eczema Risk

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.

Terms of Endearment

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?

Research reveals sharing pet pics is among the best ways to connect with others

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

New Formula

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?

Doggy quote of the month for July

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.

UK survey data show the importance of the human-animal bond

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.

Outfitting Smokey

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.

Winter canine care

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

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Doggy Mom
The blog about everything dog

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