An interesting paper published in the journal Ethology on puppy nursing behavior. The abstract does such a good job of summarizing the findings that I’m just going to present it as is. I’ll point out to pay special attention to the lack of preference and agonistic behavior.(ie no fighting for nipple). Cesar Millan has claimed…
Hip dysplasia is a concern to all dog owners; it severely impacts both longevity and quality of life of the animal. While all dogs show some symptoms of it at the later stages of their lives, it can be devastating news when it affects a young dog. Besides verifying the parents have had their hips…
To me the arrow is the dog and the song the friendship. Many times you lose track of a friend, but all it takes is a reunion to reforge that friendship. Especially with a dog. I used to be a puppy raiser for potential service/seeing eye dogs. The usual protocol is to take a puppy…
Science and Dogs 