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The importance of the social environment to dogs' health

By Linda Brent on Aug 08, 2024

We all recognize that dogs are intensely social, with their human family, dogs, and even other pets. But how does the social environment affect dog's health? In a recent study, researchers from the Dog Aging...

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Pets can improve our brain health as we age

By Linda Brent on Jan 05, 2024

Dogs, cats, and other pets are a great source of social and emotional support. And now there is proof that pets can even help our brain health as we age! A new study found that having a pet reduced cognitive...

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The science of dog sleep - separating fact from fiction

By Linda Brent on Sep 17, 2023

Here are the facts about dog sleep patterns.

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Is your older dog walking more slowly?

By Linda Brent on Jul 11, 2023

It could be a sign of dog dementia As we age, we slow down. Dogs are no different. A new study found that in dogs – just as in humans – a slower walking speed was related to cognitive decline and dementia. B...

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What in the world is my pet doing?

By Linda Brent on Sep 30, 2022

You can learn what your dog or cat really mean through their vocalizations and body language.

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Amazing animal stories: "Guide Cat" for blind dog

By Linda Brent on Aug 05, 2022

Cat helps guide a dog that became blind.

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Q. What dog breed is the friendliest?

By Linda Brent on Jul 28, 2022

While some dog breeds are known to be friendly and outgoing, there is a great deal of individual variation even within the same breed. Each dog’s personality is the result of the interplay of genetics, early rearing, sex, health, and many over variables. AKC list of the friendliest dog breeds.

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How to avoid aggression (and other problems) at the dog park

By Linda Brent on Jan 21, 2022

We’ve all seen it – pet parents that waltz into dog parks and let their canines run amok without any consideration. Here’s how hormones and training play a role in this social environment, and what you can d...

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