Effects of Reconcile (fluoxetine) Chewable Tablets Plus Behavior Management for Canine Separation Anxiety
B. S. Simpson, G. M. Landsberg, I. R. Reisner, J. J. Ciribassi, D. Horwitz, K. A. Houpt, T. L. Kroll, A. Luescher, K. S. Moffat,…
Author: Michael D'Abruzzo
The Use of Fluoxetine (Prozac) by Veterinarians in Dogs and Cats: a Preliminary Survey
Gagandeep Kaur, Victoria L. Voith, Peggy L. Schmidt 2016 ABSTRACT Objective: To describe the prescribing habits of a sample of small animal veterinarians pertaining to…
Oral Joint Supplement Review for Dogs
The information below is based on the advice and research of Dr. Matt Brunke, DVM, CCRP, CVPP, CVA who is considered an expert in the…
How to Determine Ideal Weight in a Dog (Thin, Ideal, Obese)
Refer this chart for determining ideal weight for dogs. The waist and fat cover located over the ribs and pelvis, in particular, are the best…
Classification of Canine Aggression
Older Discussion with Q and A This system for classifying dog aggression is designed to help us understand the most common canine aggression “problems.” It…
Nutrition as it Relates to Behavior in Dogs
By Dr. Becker Most breeds of dogs have evolved to serve a certain specific purpose for humans. Herding, retrieving and guarding are examples. The purpose…
Thyroid Disease and Autoimmune Thyroiditis (includes Aberrant Behavior and Thyroid Dysfunction) – W. Jean Dodds, DVM
ABERRANT BEHAVIOR AND THYROID DYSFUNCTION Excerpt from: Thyroid Disease and Autoimmune Thyroiditis (Download full report at bottom of excerpt) Introduction Hypothyroidism is the most common endocrine…
Comparison of Thyroid Analytes in Dogs Aggressive to Familiar People and in Non-Aggressive Dogs
Lisa A. Radosta, Frances S. Shofer, Ilana R. Reisner 2012 ABSTRACT A cross-sectional study was performed in order to examine the association between canine aggression…
Aggressive behavior of Dogs Kept as Companion Animals: Classification and Influence of Sex, Reproductive Status and Breed
Peter l. Borchelt 1983 Conclusions: Out of the 8 types of aggression studied in pet dogs, dominance and possessive aggression frequently co-occurred Fear and predatory…
List of Dog Bite Injury Studies
“Co-occurrence of Potentially Preventable Factors in 256 Dog Bite-related Fatalities in the United States (2000-2009)” Patronek GJ; Sacks JJ; Delise KM; Cleary DV; Marder AR. Journal…
Effects of Surgical Sterilization on Canine and Feline Health and on Society
MV Root Kustritz 2012 Contents Surgical sterilization of dogs and cats is a well-accepted measure for population control in some countries, but is considered unethical…
Training Reduces Stress in Human-Socialised Wolves to the Same Degree as in Dogs
Angélica da Silva Vasconcellos, Zsófia Virányi, Friederike Range, César Ades, Jördis Kristin Scheidegger, Erich Möstl, Kurt Kotrschal 2016 ABSTRACT The welfare of animals in captivity…
Long-Term Health Effects of Neutering Dogs: Comparison of Labrador Retrievers with Golden Retrievers
Benjamin L. Hart, Lynette A. Hart, Abigail P. Thigpen, Neil H. Willits 2014 ABSTRACT Our recent study on the effects of neutering (including spaying) in…
Neutering of German Shepherd Dogs: Associated Joint Disorders, Cancers and Urinary Incontinence
Benjamin L. Hart, Lynette A. Hart, Abigail P. Thigpen and Neil H. Willits 2016 ABSTRACT German Shepherd Dogs are important in police and military work,…