Given how frightening and depressing hospitals can be for patients and our interest in the human-animal bond, we were thrilled to talk to experts Dr. Kurt Venator and Dr. Brent Bauer about how dogs are helping patients in hospitals at the Purina Better With Pets Summit . New scientific evidence confirms that connecting pets with people can improve health and well-being for … [Read more...] about How Amazing Dogs Are Helping Patients In Hospitals
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How Purina Helps Build A Better World For People and Pets.
Over the holidays, I was working on my business strategy and my friend asked me "What is the essence of what you do and like? How do you know if a project fits?" I realized that I have been researching and celebrating the human-dog bond for 6 years now through our documentary TV series and our blogs and videos. That feeling that dogs make our lives better is at the core of … [Read more...] about How Purina Helps Build A Better World For People and Pets.
How To Help Kids And Dogs Interact Safely
Important For Kids: How To Interact Safely With Dogs We all love dogs and when we’re out and about and see a real cutie, it’s easy to forget that not all dogs are sociable. Kilo the Pug looks little and sweet (as most pugs are) but he panics if he sees a stranger's hand coming from above towards him. He is especially afraid of certain men and could snap. Whether it’s your … [Read more...] about How To Help Kids And Dogs Interact Safely
What Should I Do If My Dog Eats Chocolate?
Chocolate is a tasty treat for humans that can be fatally toxic for dogs. It is probably one of the most common forms of poisoning in dogs, so it’s vital to know what to do if it happens to your dog like it did to mine. Kilo the Pug stole and devoured a whole tray of dark chocolate and walnut brownies when we were first fostering him. I rushed him to my vet and the vet … [Read more...] about What Should I Do If My Dog Eats Chocolate?
How to Keep Your Dog Safe This Holiday Season
Dog Mom Tips For Keeping Your Dog Safe This Holiday Season It's hard to believe that my rescue pug Kilo, has been part of our family for over two years now. My girls even call him "the favourite child". Kilo is very food motivated, very resourceful and very anxious around strangers. He loves being with the family and getting attention and he likes routine. He does not like … [Read more...] about How to Keep Your Dog Safe This Holiday Season