On April 10, 1866, the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) is founded in New York City by philanthropist and diplomat Henry Bergh, 54. In 1863, Bergh had been appointed by President Abraham Lincoln to a diplomatic post at the Russian court of Czar Alexander II. It was there that he was horrified to witness work horses beaten by their...

The Intell [Springfield Township, Bucks County, PA] Township supervisors, residents to discuss herbicide use at Peppermint Park at an April 10 meeting. Owners of several dogs that have died of cancer or lymphoma in Springfield in recent months are blaming the use of chemical herbicides by a hay farmer for their dogs’ death — and they’re asking the township to put a stop to...

Did you know that dog fighting continues to be a profitable industry in the U.S.? The thought that people are cheering and profiting over dogs being hurt and killed is sickening. Dogs that survive a fight are rarely given proper medical treatment and many succumb to their injuries later on- dying hurt and alone. It is a horrendous form of animal cruelty and an...

From Science Daily Date: December 2017 Source: La Jolla Institute for Allergy and Immunology Summary: Helper T cells move toward inflamed tissue using membrane protrusions that stabilize them and provide traction on the vasculature. Using high-resolution microscopy and global molecular analysis, scientists show that immature T cells lack these protrusions but that maturing T-cells switch on a gene expression program to create material to...

T-cells are an integral  part of the immune system and thus it’s important to understand their function in relation to cancer. We hope this article will help readers understand their significance and function. While the article discusses T-cells in relation to human immunology, the topic is just as germane to the discussion of canine and feline immune systems. Article By Indranil Mallick, MD |...

  From 3D Print By Sarah Saunders 3D Printing, Medical 3D Printing, Science & Technology It’s probably safe to say that most people have been affected by cancer in one way or another, whether in being diagnosed themselves or watching a loved one battle the disease. There are researchers who are working to detect cancer using 3D printed devices, but it’s not always fast enough....

I’m sure it goes without saying that you shouldn’t wash your dog if his immune system is compromised, if the weather is too cold, or if he is suffering from a disease or illness that, if bathed, could weaken his system and threaten his life. That being said, here is an interesting article from Rover on how often we should consider bathing our dogs....

  From The Dog Cancer Blog by Amber L. Drake When we hear the word, “cancer,” we’re sent into an immediate panic. Our heart starts beating so hard it feels like it’s going to beat right out of our chest. We get light-headed. We feel like the world is falling out from under us. We turn to our best friend, and realize her life...

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 The Vancouver Courier Veterinarian Katherine Kramer says medical marijuana works wonders for pets, but regular weed can ‘kill them’...