Índex per Summer 2020 a Modern Dog

I hope this issue finds you safe, healthy, and weathering these unprecedented times with as little stress and anxiety as possible. I write this Editor’s note from my home office. Like many of us with sheltering in place orders in effect, the Modern Dog team is now all working remotely. It’s been an adjustment, to say the least, for our tight-knit team used to working collaboratively in an open office environment to adjust to social distancing and Zoom meetings, but we are blessed to be able to continue doing the work we love. This has been an immensely challenging time for so many people. The headlines are heartbreaking, but if we look hard enough there is good news to be found. One bright spot amid the coronavirus pandemic is the…

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Florida dog tracks must close by the end of the year after a 2018 ballot measure to end dog racing in the state received overwhelming support from voters, with nearly 70 percent voting to end the cruel practice. The Greyhound tracks have until the end of 2020 to phase out racing, but COVID-19 has effectively moved up that timeline. With most non-essential businesses shuttered during the pandemic to keep the spread of the virus in check, racetracks have been forced to close. It is anticipated that many of those tracks will not reopen. As a result, Greyhound rescues in Florida are scrambling as they find themselves with 1,500 Greyhounds that are now in need of permanent adoptive homes. Until rescues can find the right forever homes for these dogs, they…

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http://www.nicollelalonde.com/ As improbable as it might seem, archaeologists are demonstrating dogs can detect human remains that are thousands of years old. I was having some coffee on campus when a colleague from the Anthropology Department sat down beside me. “I think I have something here that may amuse you,” she said as she rummaged through her oversized handbag, pulled out an iPad, and a moment later showed me the image on its screen. I found myself looking at a cartoon showing a stereotyped paleontologist standing near a dig site and talking to someone who looked like a reporter. The caption read “We have been so successful at discovering dinosaur remains because we recently added a bone specialist to our team.” Behind him you could see a dog standing and holding…

During the COVID-19 quarantine, your best canine buddy probably got used to you being home all day. While you dealt with stress, fear, and confusion as to what day of the week it was, your dog was overjoyed to have you around day in and day out. But once the shelter-at-home orders are lifted, how will Fido take the transition? Many dogs are just fine. They are incredibly adaptive creatures. You’re home all day? Awesome! You’re leaving for work again? Nap time! They roll with changes in stride. Other dogs, however, will have a hard time adjusting to your change in routine. Signs your dog is not taking a change in routine well: ● Vocalizations. This can include whining, barking or howling when you leave. A severely stressed dog will…

#1 Get out in nature with your dog. Spending just five minutes in nature can quickly improve your mood—even if it’s just five minutes spent sitting in an urban park, researchers from the University of Regina found after conducting two studies. “When you need an emotional boost, the fastest and easiest way is to spend a few minutes with nature,” one of the study’s authors, Katherine D. Arbuthnott, told PsyPost. These studies aren’t the only ones to indicate that getting back to nature can dispel a bad mood and reroute negative thinking. Research undertaken by Harvard University suggests that mood disorders can be lifted by spending more time outdoors. A growing scientific field called ecotherapy shows a strong connection between time spent in nature and reduced stress, anxiety, and depression.…

https://www.instagram.com/thedogist/?hl=en 1 @thedogist 3.8M followers Millennial Elias Weiss Friedman started this account way back in 2013, in the early days of Instagram. He found success with dog-focused photos inspired by the street style posts of accounts like The Sartorialist. Highlighting the canine residents of New York City and beyond, The Dogist perfectly captures pups from all over the world and showcases their individual stories. With a new post almost every day, it’s a must follow for dog lovers looking to get their doggo fix. https://www.instagram.com/thiswildidea/?hl=en 2 @thiswildidea 1.3 M followers Photographer Theron Humphrey’s Instagram prominently features his “best friend, Maddie the Coonhound” whom he met traversing all 50 states. There isn’t a single one of his photos that doesn’t make us want to pack up and hit the road with…

Actress Kate Drummond is a big believer in second chances. At age 35, she realized that though she loved her job as an elementary school teacher and had, by all accounts, a wonderful life, it didn’t light her up. When one of her grade three students asked her, during a lesson on Martin Luther King, what her dream was, she paused then answered truthfully: to act. The little girl replied, “why aren’t you doing it then?” This simple question sparked an epiphany that led Kate to quit her job and give up everything she had built in order to follow her true passion. She moved from Ottawa to a basement suite in Ajax, Ontario, a town just outside of Toronto—the most she could afford. She pounded the pavement, went to…

https://www.greymuzzle.org/ We Heart Seniors! Thanks so much for highlighting The Grey Muzzle Organization in the article on "Amazing Charities Helping Dogs and People." We also loved the articles on "Enrichment for Senior Dogs" and "The Making of Viral Pet Photos," featuring Pete Thorne's fabulous photos of old faithful dogs. Thank you for sharing the joy that senior dogs bring into our lives with your readers. Modern Dog is truly helping to change the way people view senior dogs. Thank you for being such a good friend to old dogs in North America!—Senior Spokeshound Benny, his Senior Dog Prom date, Stella, and Barbara, Grey Muzzle volunteer media manager. greymuzzle.org https://moderndogmagazine.com/photocontest Feeling the Love I'd like to praise your Modern Dog magazine—love it, all the ads, helpful information, and especially dog photos!…

Banana Froyo or Pupsicles Ingredients *Choose organic ingredients whenever possible. 2 bananas, the riper the better 1 large container (32 ounces) unsweetened vanilla yogurt (no gelatine or sweetener added) or plain yogurt ½ tsp pure vanilla non-alcohol extract (optional) Instructions Serve fresh, semi-frozen, or frozen! Combine ingredients in a blender, food processor, or Magic Bullet. To make froyo (semi-frozen), freeze the bananas for an hour or two before blending. For pupsicles (frozen), pour into ice cube trays, freeze, and watch your dogs go wild. You can also use unsweetened fruit yogurt, in place of plain or vanilla yogurt, or you could add some fresh fruit in season, like juicy berries. Alternative yogurts to try: goat milk yogurt, sheep milk yogurt, water buffalo yogurt or, for a nondairy alternative, almond milk…

The Labrador Retriever continues its hold on the hearts of American dog owners. According to the most recent American Kennel Club registration statistics, the loveable Lab remains the number one most popular breed in the United States. But in a surprise take over, the Pembroke Welsh Corgi made some moves, ascending the list over the past 10 years. The lively little herder landed at number 10, knocking the Yorkshire Terrier out of the top 10, where it has been since 1995. In addition to the country’s most popular, the AKC reported there were some less common breeds on the rise in 2019. The Boykin Spaniel rose 11 spots (100 to 89), the Lowchen rose 10 spots (168 to 158), the Swedish Vallhund rose 10 spots (169 to 159), and the…

June 1 st -7 th Win 1 of 3 $300 gift cards from Beast & Buckle! Choose from a selection of fun harnesses, leashes, collars, and more. 8 th -14 th Win 1 of 3 prize packs from Nom Nom! Includes a variety pack for dogs, a bag each of chicken and beef jerky, and a microbiome kit! 15 th -21 st Win 1 of 3 supplement prizes from Vetericyn! Includes a 90-day supply of supplements (3 bottles) with your choice of puppy, adult, or senior. 22 nd -30 th Win 1 of 3 $100 gift cards from Toodles Lane! Choose from a selection of adorable jammies, bandanas, and hair clips for your pup. July 1 st -7 th Win 1 of 15 Large Premium Ham Bone chew…

https://moderndogmagazine.com/connies-book-club The Meaning of Woof https://www.simonandschuster.com/books/The-Meaning-of-Woof/Pamela-Weintraub/97819 By Pamela Weintraub Ever wonder what your dog is thinking and what they’re trying to tell you? The Meaning of Woof by Pamela Weintraub, the former editor-in-chief of OMNI and executive editor of Discover, takes a fascinating deep-dive into canine psychology. Exploring the nature of our relationship with dogs and offering scientific explanation for barks, licks, growls, and wags, and more, The Meaning of Woof is a must-read for anyone who shares their life with dogs. Remember Me? Loving and Caring for a Dog with Canine Cognitive Dysfunction https://www.amazon.com/Remember-Me-Loving-Cognitive-Dysfunction/dp/1943634017/ By Eileen Anderson Caring for an elderly dog and watching them deteriorate can be a heartbreaking, harrowing process. In her award-winning guidebook, author Eileen Anderson provides valuable resources and information for dog owners who are…

http://www.grizzlypetproducts.com/ If your dog is experiencing hip or joint pain, try Grizzly Pet Product’s Hemp Enhanced Joint Aid Liquid. Its synergistic blend of five active joint support ingredients, wild fish oil, and organically grown hemp oil can help reduce stiffness, pain, and inflammation. $30, grizzlypetproducts.com https://jaspersoren.com/ Jasper Sorën’s Canine CBD is a 3,000 mg CBD concentrate for dogs of all sizes. The double independent-lab-tested formula blends organic hemp oil with CBD isolate from Colorado growers. Start with a low to moderate daily dose and increase for an individualized treatment plan. $149, jaspersoren.com https://www.healthierpet.org/ Extra Strength Health Drops from Healthier Pet combine 99.2% pure CBD isolate with organic hemp oil and fish oil for added health benefits. Designed to work quickly, this formula helps treat an array of aliments.…

Essential oils are increasingly of interest to those in search of a non-pharmaceutical approach to health and wellness for themselves and their dogs, but aromatherapy has actually been used for centuries. The use of essential oils can be traced back nearly 5000 years in both India and Egypt. Essential oils are volatile, concentrated substances that come from a plant’s leaves, flowers, bark, roots, seeds, or fruit. They are typically collected by means of distillation or cold-pressing. The following essential oils are considered safe for dogs and can be used as pest repellents, calming agents, appetite stimulants, and nausea/motion sickness aids. Repel fleas and ticks: lemongrass, citronella, lavender, rosemary Lemongrass contains citral and geraniol, both of which are natural flea repellents. To make a spray, fill a bottle with…

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Nicolle Lalonde lives and works in Toronto, ON. Born in Pickering, Ontario, she grew up exploring the woods and beaches near her childhood home, which encouraged her love of nature and all things that grow wild. She followed her dream to OCAD University, where she studied illustration. She has always been passionate about animals and loves to draw all manner of creatures in her work. Turn to page 26 to see her charming illustration for our look at the use of dogs in archeology, a must-read for anyone with an enduring Jurassic Park fascination. Kelly Caldwell is a lifelong dog lover and regular Modern Dog contributor who also runs an Energy Work practice in Guelph, Ontario. She incorporates essential oils into treatments and is currently finishing her aromatherapy certification. In…

https://moderndogmagazine.com/breeds/shih-tzu The Shih Tzu is one of the most popular toy dogs of all time, and with good reason—this merry charmer is renowned as one of the most affectionate, family-friendly breeds. But what about the Shih Tzu’s lesser known cousin, the Lhasa Apso? With their long hair and small stature—under twenty pounds and standing less than 12 inches high at the shoulder—Lhasa Apsos and Shih Tzus can look very similar, particularly when they have similar haircuts and colouring. Of the two, the Lhasa Apso is slightly bigger (12 to 18 pounds versus nine to 16), though both are surprisingly solid for their size and come in an array of colours. Both dogs have aristocratic lineage. The Lhasa Apso is a thousand-year-old breed that served as sentinels at palaces and Buddhist…

There are good reasons to crate puppies overnight. The most important is safety. Puppies can easily get into trouble if your house isn’t puppy-proofed. Crating helps with house training too. Puppies are unlikely to soil in their crate, and if they wake in the night the crate stops them finding somewhere in the house to toilet. A crate protects household objects from sharp puppy teeth. And crate training is useful in case of emergency and in case your dog is ever hospitalized at the vet. But the first few nights can undoubtably be rough. Here’s what to do if your new puppy cries at night in their crate. Where to Put the Crate The best place to put the crate overnight is in your bedroom. This makes it easier for…

Are you guilty of making these mistakes with your dog? We asked Mikkel Becker, a certified trainer and behaviour consultant and head trainer for Fear Free Pets (fearfreepets.com and fearfreehappyhomes.com) for the top five mistakes she sees dog-people make. She happily shared her nix list. Mikkel uses positive reinforcement and non-force based training strategies rooted in scientific learning theory to help pets and their people live better lives together through kind training and bond building. THE TOP 5 DOG DON’TS—AND WHAT TO DO INSTEAD. Consider ‘backyard time’ as exercise. “Just because a dog has access to the backyard doesn’t mean that you can ditch walks altogether. Dogs have an innate need to explore and search.” Become so focused on the end goal that you don’t stop to let your dog…

“Is that a bear or a dog?” Newf guardians hear this just about every time they head out with their dogs. A quick walk around town is near impossible because this breed is so immense that people simply have to stop and get to know him. The Newfoundland is truly special. He’s probably the most famously heroic breed of all time, but he simultaneously ranks as one of the gentlest giants in dogdom. What’s his story? It starts—you guessed it—in Newfoundland, Canada, where the breed was first named in the late 1770s. Because the Newfoundland is such an old breed, we are left to speculate about its earliest origins, but one theory suggests that the Vikings may have played a role. As far back as 1000AD, the Vikings brought large…