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January 26, 2021
Still Be There……Once it is Safe
The Question: Are dogs less stressed when their owners are present during routine veterinary examinations or do they fare better when examined in the owners’ absence? I have written about this issue before (see “Be There“). The study reviewed in that piece reported that having a dog’s owner speak softly to and pet their dog… Continue reading Still Be There……Once it is Safe
January 19, 2021
Dog Food Smarts
New Science Dog Course! About “Dog Food Smarts” The Making, Marketing, and Safety of Today’s Foods for Dogs This is the third core course of the The Science Dog Core Courses (Basics of Canine Nutrition, Puppies to Seniors, and Dog Food Smarts). Take all three to earn your Masters Class Certificate in Canine Nutrition! EIght… Continue reading Dog Food Smarts
December 28, 2020
Science Dog Courses – Holiday Deal Ending Soon!
HOLIDAY DEAL ENDING SOON! 10 Percent Off All Courses & Webinars USE COUPON CODE: HOLIDAYS2020 Sale Ends December 31, 2020 You can also use the Holiday Coupon to Purchase a Gift Certificate for Dog-Loving Friends & Family!
December 17, 2020
New Facts about Flax
The omega-3 family of fatty acids receives quite a bit of attention these days, and with good reason. We have known for some time that increasing omega-3 fatty acids and improving the ratio of omega-6 to omega-3 fats in our dogs’ diets is associated with certain health benefits. Although the effects of adding these fats… Continue reading New Facts about Flax
December 13, 2020
Interview with Oli Juste of “A Dog’s Best Friend”
Greetings Science Dog Readers! This week, instead of a written essay, we are sharing my recent interview with Oli Juste, host of the podcast “A Dog’s Best Friend“. Oli and I talked about the pet food industry (especially marketing campaigns and how they influence our decisions), diet and health, the history of dog food, feeding… Continue reading Interview with Oli Juste of “A Dog’s Best Friend”
Interview with Oli Juste of “Dogs Best Friend”
Greetings Science Dog Readers! This week, instead of a written essay, we are sharing my recent interview with Oli Juste, host of the podcast “A Dog’s Best Friend“. Oli and I talked about the pet food industry (especially marketing campaigns and how they influence our decisions), diet and health, the history of dog food, feeding… Continue reading Interview with Oli Juste of “Dogs Best Friend”
November 23, 2020
Is Freeze-Dried Raw Safer to Feed?
A recent study provides some needed insight regarding the question of whether freeze-drying protects raw dog foods from microbial contamination.
November 2, 2020
What Price Is Right?
Homemade diets for dogs are increasingly popular. In a recent survey, 60 percent of pet owners reported that they fed their dog or cat homemade food for either part or all of his/her daily ration. While there are a number of arguments both for and against feeding homemade diets, a commonly held belief is that feeding homemade is much more costly than feeding a commercial product. So, is this actually true?
September 7, 2020
Free Course Preview!
New! “Basics of Canine Nutrition” Course Preview Study with Us at The Science Dog Courses All courses and webinars are completely on-line and on-demand so that you can study and learn at your own pace! Core Course 1: Basics of Canine Nutrition Core Course 2: Puppies to Seniors: Feeding Dogs through the Life Cycle Register for… Continue reading Free Course Preview!
August 20, 2020
Nutrition Controversies in the Dog World
New Nutrition Topics Webinar (Recorded) Study with Us at The Science Dog Courses All courses and webinars are completely on-line and on-demand so that you can study and learn at your own pace! Core Course 1: Basics of Canine Nutrition Core Course 2: Puppies to Seniors: Feeding Dogs through the Life Cycle Register for BOTH Core… Continue reading Nutrition Controversies in the Dog World
