A team of Hungarian scientists conducted a study which concluded that overweight dogs behave much like their human counterparts, when it comes to gaining access to quality food. From NDTV Dogs are known as man’s best friend for a lot of reasons and a brand new reason has just been uncovered in a research study. A team of Hungarian scientists conducted a study which...

Many dogs enjoy a romp in the park on a sunny day. Running off-leash and playing with their canine pals is a real treat. But before you go, here are some suggestions, both for park newbies and a few reminders for seasoned visitors. Dog Park Safety: What to Know Before You Go By Jodi Helmer “Dogs are social creatures and like to play with...

As National Pet Preparedness Month draws to an end, the threats from extreme weather and other natural and man-made disasters remain. So we’d like to leave you with some helpful guides to keeping your pets safe and ready for whatever may happen. The Puppy Up Foundation sincerely hopes you will never find yourself in any of these critical situations. Our Executive Director was one...

  Like many Americans, you may be planning to have a festive Fourth of July. Along with barbeques and day at the beach, no July holiday celebration would be complete without enjoying the fireworks that celebrate the birth of our nation. Perhaps you are considering staying at home and planning a get-together with friends and family. Or, you may want to go check out...

(by Sally Writes) Rats, mice, raccoons, and other pests are more than just a nuisance for property owners. If you have a pet, a pest infestation could be exposing your four-legged friends to dangerous diseases. In fact, several of the most common illnesses found in dogs stem from contact with pests. As a pet owner, it’s your responsibility to be aware of dangers that your dog...

The goals and mission of the Puppy Up Foundation are realized year after year because of the hard work, selfless dedication, and spirited enthusaism of hundreds of volunteers, sponsors, and supporters who believe that collective action, through education and research, are the keys to conquering cancer in our animal and human loved ones. Congratulations and thank you to PuppyUp Madison and all our PuppyUp...

Last blog we discussed the potential for dogs to get skin cancer, and the veterinarian in the article mentioned using sunscreen for your pup. We just found this article and thought it might help when chosing if and when to use sunscreen for your dog, and what kind(s) of products are available and safe. Disclaimer The Puppy Up Foundation does not endorse nor recommend...

[Please note: This article recommends the use of “sunblock or cream.” Please do NOT apply any kind of cream or sunblock unless recommended by your veterinarian. Many creams contain chemicals that could prove harmful to your pet.]   From Fox 35 Orlando. Watch the video here. By: Stephanie Olmo PHOENIX (KSAZ) – It’s that time of the year. Temperatures are heating up in Arizona,...

By Amanda Carrozza By the age of 12, Josie, a terrier mix, had already overcome a multitude of obstacles ranging from surgeries in both knees to a dog attack. But then came the most devastating news of all: a hemangiosarcoma diagnosis. Josie underwent emergency surgery to remove her spleen and as many of the cancerous tumors as possible. It was during a postoperative appointment...