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How you can learn to recognize your dog’s seasonal affective disorder and help him to cheer up

November 27, 2012November 27, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

For most people in the Northern Hemisphere, seasonal depression is nothing new. Most of us, when the days keep getting shorter, darker and fall whiff of melancholy is hanging in the air, our tail-wagging pooches help us to lighten the mood. But did you know that even the brightest and friendliest pooches are likely to become a little down as winter approaches? Vet experts now believe that not only do dogs suffer from what is called Seasonal Affective Disorder in people, but they also echo humans in turning to comfort food to…

Holiday reminder: What not to feed your dog

November 20, 2012November 20, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

I have put together a small list of foods your dog should never eat. These foods are in our kitchens during the holiday season, raw, baked or cooked. While you’re busy with Thanksgiving and Christmas preparations, remember to keep an eye on your dog and what he/she is up to. The spilled raisins on the floor or the bowl of candy sitting on the coffee table could harm them. It may be a good idea to print out a list reminder about foods dogs should never eat and put it…

New technique enables your dog to walk again!

November 19, 2012November 19, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

In a new study, a team of scientists at Cambridge University have successfully invented a new technique where dogs had olfactory ensheathing cells from the lining of their nose removed, grown in laboratory for regeneration, and then re-injected in the injury site resulting in considerable improvement. The dogs also regained the use of their back legs and coordinated movement with their front limbs. Higher functions lost in spinal injury– hand function, bladder function, temperature function are at this time are still a long way away as they are more complicated.…

What to think about when road tripping with your dog during holiday season

November 17, 2012November 17, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

Holiday season is slowly approaching, road trips are being planned and our dogs want to come along for the ride. Here are some tips for safely and enjoyably taking our four-legged loved ones on the road. #1 Harness/restraint. (Warning, some of these videos may be hard to watch!) According to Barkbuckleup.com, a 60-lob dog traveling at 35mph can turn into a 2,700 projectile in an accident. For the safety of your dog and your family, look for a harness that lets your dog sit or lie down, but will keep…

Reasons why feeding raw may be better for your dog’s health

November 16, 2012November 16, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

A growing number of veterinarians agree that processed pet food is the main cause of illness and premature death in the modern dog and cat. In December 1995, the British Journal of Small Animal Practice published a paper contending that processed pet food suppresses the immune system and leads to liver, kidney, heart and other diseases. This research, initially conducted by Dr Tom Lonsdale D.V.M., was researched further by the Australian Veterinary Association and proven to be correct. If you study the physical condition of animals in the wild, you…

Cesar “Dog Whisperer” Milan’s incredible bounce back from dangerous lows

November 16, 2012November 17, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

Cesar Milan’s life is finally looking up after he suffered a dangerous low in May 2010 when he attempted suicide that left him unconscious and hospitalized. Today, life is looking up for Cesar, who has a new television show, a book, a tour, a documentary, and if she says yes– a fiance. Click here to read the whole story here.

When puppies play, young boy dogs often let the girls win — anything to keep the game going

November 15, 2012March 20, 2014 Healthy Dog Club

Did you know that puppies start to form play partner preferences very early in development (prior to 7 weeks of age) and their preferences for play with the same individuals intensifies over time? This was found in a study published in prestigious scientific journal Animal Behavior. The study also found that puppies almost never balanced out their play style (i.e. took turns being in the top dog/bottom dog roles). Lessons learned? We shouldn’t necessarily break up play just because it looks one sided. We should let the dogs decide. If…

Why your dog gets more bored with some toys than others

November 15, 2012November 16, 2012 Healthy Dog Club

You give your dog a new toy only to find he/she neglects it after seconds of play? You may be able to avoid this from happening in the future as a recently released study is shedding light into which toys will either interest or bore your dog. The study, published in the journal Animal Cognition reveals why some dogs lose interest in a toy just after a minutes play while other toys become their favorites. John Bardshaw, co-author of the study and a researcher of University of Bristol’s Veterinary School says that because we think…