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Instagram loves flat-faced dogs. But they're facing a health crisis and no one can agree how to save them. We talk to a breeder, the RSPCA, the AVA and an owner whose dog has been in and out of surgery her whole life. A thought-provoking video that highlights the challenges of brachycephalic breeds - from educating breeders, to the veterinarians who are inevitably called upon to treat dogs bred for exaggerated characteristics. -
2020: The Canine Code Webpage: https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/about-us/about-the-kennel-club/the-kennel-club-codes/the-kennel-club-canine-code/ Archived booklet: It's a Dog's Life So Take Care of It! The Canine Code - The Kennel Club -
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2020: See the Kennel Club's current Canine Code page at: https://www.thekennelclub.org.uk/about-us/about-the-kennel-club/the-kennel-club-codes/the-kennel-club-canine-code/ The downloadable PDF available here is ARCHIVED. The Canine Code booklet from The Kennel Club A MUST READ for anyone considering bringing a dog into a home and family. It's A Dog's Life so Take Care of It! This educational booklet covers: making a good match between owner and dog - essential for a happy long-term partnership. Whether it is a puppy, pedigree, crossbr -
Irish Wolfhounds - Respiratory -- Pneumonia
Ann Milligan posted a article in Breed-Specific Health Reports
Some Irish Wolfhounds may be affected by respiratory conditions; pneumonia can be life threatening and requires immediate veterinary attention. Although affected dogs may have a typical look or presentation, it may not be recognised by those who have not seen it before. This article presents links to information and videos for both owners and veterinarians from the Irish Wolfhound Health Group, an excellent international effort for the breed. In addition, research evidence from Sweden confirms that this is an important condition in this breed. According to Agria insurance reports, on v -
This is not a comprehensive listing - it is a starting point for finding relevant resources on DogWellNet. Overview of Genetic Testing resources https://dogwellnet.com/content/hot-topics/genetic-testing-r509/ -
New Training app from the SKK Subject: Tools for today's dog owners -- phone app for training good dogs SKK launches fitness app November 25, 2016 SKK released app Good Dog! with training tips for all dog owners. The app is developed in cooperation with the Better Dog Academy and is available for both iPhone and Android. http://www.skk.se/sv/nyheter/2016/11/SKK-lanserar-traningsapp/ (Swedish) -
Choosing the right dog breeder - Kennel Club advice
Ann Milligan posted a article in Pre-Acquisition
" Once you've chosen which breed of puppy will best suit you - how do you find a reputable breeder? In this video, Kennel Club puppy buying expert Bill Lambert accompanies our young family on a visit to a KC approved breeder, to explain what questions to ask and what to look out for - and give details of the Kennel Club's Accredited Breeder's Scheme." -
Along with the standard treatment options for dogs diagnosed with cancer, there may be clinical trials available. See: The Veterinary Cancer Society's Clinical Trials website at http://www.vetcancersociety.org/pet-owners/clinical-trials/ for links and information. -
Bio-Acquisition Research Collaboration (B.A.R.C.)
Ann Milligan posted a article in Research Projects
UK: Bio-Acquisition Research Collaboration (BARC): A facility which helps bring researchers and clinicians together with regards to research projects, allowing more collaboration of ideas, information, and providing a platform to advertise requests for required samples. -
New Research: “PET OWNERSHIP SAVES $11.7 BILLION IN HEALTH CARE COSTS”
Brenda Bonnett posted a blog entry in Brenda's Blog
HABRI - The Human Animal Bond Research Initiative has published new research detailing the beneficial effects of pet ownership - for their owners and for the health care industry. Here is their press release: PET OWNERSHIP SAVES $11.7 BILLION IN HEALTH CARE COSTS HUMAN ANIMAL BOND RESEARCH INITIATIVE RELEASES NEW ECONOMIC STUDY "The Human Animal Bond Research Initiative (HABRI) Foundation is a non-profit research and education organization that is gathering, funding and sharing the scientific research to demonstrate the positive health imp
