This summer has been hot and while you can tell when the heat is getting to you, your dog can’t. Here are some warning signs that your pet could need help. It seems as though this summer has been even hotter than last. I don’t remember spending this much time debating if the air should be above 80 degrees inside the house so I...

15 Healthy Human Foods that are Also Beneficial to Dogs
Disclaimer The Puppy Up Foundation does not endorse nor recommend any particular product, service, or treatment. We offer information strictly for educational and/or informational purposes. We believe it is the pet owner’s responsibility to do the research and draw his or her own conclusions. From Medical News By Simi Dogs are mans’ best friend. They are loyal, loving and provide us with endless amounts...
5 Benefits Of Playing With Your Dog
Dog Time If there’s one thing your dog looks forward to every day, it’s that time when they get to go out and let loose. Of course, I am referring to playtime. It’s that wonderful feeling akin to playing catch with dad or playing hide n’ seek with your friends in the neighborhood when you were still little. But beyond seeing our beloved pups...
Owning a dog is good for your mental health — here’s why
GMA News Online By MAGGIE ADAN If you’re a dog lover, you probably don’t need a reason to give your good boi a hug when you get home tonight; his wagging tail and puppy dog eyes are reasons enough. But on top of offering companionship, unconditional love, loyalty, and slobbery kisses, there’s one more reason to give him a pat on the head: His...
Summer grooming is important for your dog’s health
Advocate-Messenger News By HELEN PALMER K9 Corner The August issue of DogWatch newsletter, published by Cornell College of Veterinary Medicine, has a full page article title “Hot Weather Brings Hot Spots” written by the newsletter’s staff. Since the weather is still hot, this is the time to be aware of and alert for hot spots. Hot spots start with an itch which may be...
July 18, 2019 Puppy Up Newsletter
“You may have many best friends but your dog only has one.” — Unknown In This Issue: 2020 Calendar Contest Winners Announced; (Abstract) “Comparative oncology: what dogs and other species can teach us about humans with cancer”; Mast Cell Tumors; How to Keep Your Dog Safe in an Earthquake; Pup of the Month. Congratulations To Our 2020 Calendar Contest Winners! We’re pleased to announce...
What science says about CBD for your dog
Disclaimer The Puppy Up Foundation does not endorse nor recommend any particular product, service, or treatment. We offer information strictly for educational and/or informational purposes. We believe it is the pet owner’s responsibility to do the research and draw his or her own conclusions. Reno Gazette Journal Mark Robison As the list of claimed benefits of CBD (cannabidiol) for dogs continues to grow,...
Do pets have a sixth sense?
From The Winchester Sun We’ve all seen and read fictional stories about superheroes with extraordinary abilities. Comic books depicted heroes like Superman as faster than a speeding bullet, more powerful than a locomotive and able to leap buildings in a single bound. He even has X-ray vision. We’ve also seen plenty of science fiction movies and television shows with individuals having unique abilities or...
Dogs’ bodies change as they age, so should their food
Analysis by Dr. Karen Shaw Becker Mercola Healthy Pets If you have a senior dog in the family, you may be wondering if her diet needs adjusting now that she’s getting up in years. This is actually a very good question, and in fact, recent research suggests that dogs’ bodies experience significant changes as they age.1 The study evaluated 80 large-breed dogs from adulthood...