The Whole Dog

08/08/2021

"...New data clearly shows that the positive behavioral effects that were expected from neutering did not occur, and if anything, the behaviors of neutered male dogs tended to be considerably less desirable. Of the 100 behaviors assessed, 40 showed statistically significant differences between the castrated and intact dogs."

Neutered male dogs are more likely to show aggression and fear-related behavior.

01/08/2021

26/06/2021

This especially pplies to dogs too!

Water from a garden hose may seem cool and refreshing, but you've probably been warned not to drink it. Here's a look at how safe it is.

25/02/2021

I am sorry the posts have been so few and far between. My internet has been horrid and my email was hacked. :-( Such is life though and I am happy to be online long enough this morning to post this and hopefully get caught up a bit. :-)

19/01/2021

Uh........ Duh! LOL

https://www.goanimals.co/science-confirms-that-people-who-speak-to-their-pets-are-smarter/?fbclid=IwAR3cuk6vYnoTKJrKdZHvgWuxhDkO3ev7GuEluGXFNLaSSD8aCIIo0GUUq38

Have you ever spoken to your pet thinking you went crazy? You can now calm yourself down since studies have…

14/01/2021

Part 2 Our Dog's Skin

What is our dog’s skin microbiome? Just like the gut, the skin is home to a community of billions of friendly living microorganisms, also known as skin flora. This community is called skin microbiome. Just think of it as an invisible eco-system that lives on the skin (both ours AND our dog’s) th...

02/01/2021

Aflatoxin is a toxin produced by the mold Aspergillus flavus and at high levels it can cause illness and death in pets.

The toxin can be present even if there is no visible mold.

Pets are highly susceptible to aflatoxin poisoning because, unlike people, who eat a varied diet, pets generally eat the same food continuously over extended periods of time.

If a pet’s food contains aflatoxin, the toxin could accumulate in the pet’s system as they continue to eat the same food.

Pets with aflatoxin poisoning may experience symptoms such as sluggishness, loss of appetite, vomiting, jaundice (yellowish tint to the eyes, gums or skin due to liver damage), and/or diarrhea.

In some cases, this toxicity can cause long-term liver issues and/or death.

Some pets suffer liver damage without showing any symptoms.

Pet owners whose pets have been eating the recalled products should contact their veterinarians, especially if they are showing signs of illness.

There is no evidence to suggest that pet owners who handle products containing aflatoxin are at risk of aflatoxin poisoning.

However, pet owners should always wash their hands after handling pet food.

02/01/2021

Hopefully you are all already feeding your dog a raw, species specific diet and not feeding processed pet foods anymore but just in case you are or if you know someone who still feeds kibble, you may want to share this information with them:

The FDA has announced that Midwestern Pet Food is recalling select lots of Sportmix dog and cat foods because they contain potentially deadly levels of aflatoxin.

FDA is aware of at least 28 deaths and 8 illnesses in dogs who ate the affected products.

26/12/2020

What is our dog's skin microbiome? Just like the gut, the skin is home to a community of billions of friendly living microorganisms, also known as skin flora. This community is called skin microbiome. Just think of it as an invisible eco-system that lives on the skin (both ours AND our dog's) that's working to help keep it healthy and in good condition....

What is our dog’s skin microbiome? Just like the gut, the skin is home to a community of billions of friendly living microorganisms, also known as skin flora. This community is called skin microbiome. Just think of it as an invisible eco-system that lives on the skin (both ours AND our dog’s) th...

24/12/2020

Part One - Our Dog's Skin Are you aware of the fact that the skin is a self-healing barrier that supports the immune system? Skin is the largest eliminative organ of the body! If liver, kidneys and lungs do not fulfill their tasks sufficiently, the body needs help from the skin. The skin plays an important role in the elimination of toxins and can assist the kidneys in their work....

Dog's skin is the largest eliminative organ of the body, skin absorbes 70% of what is put on it, 26 seconds to enter blood stream, skin biome

24/12/2020

This of course applies to our companion animal health as well!