National Canine Cancer Foundation Startup offers genomic sequencing, treatment options for canine cancer
One in every three dogs gets cancer, according to the National Canine Cancer Foundation. OneHealth, a startup that just raised a $5 million seed round led by Andreessen Horowitz’s Bio fund with participation from Lerer Hippeau and Y Combinator, aims to make it ...
Loretta has cancer but her foster family is giving her a trip of a lifetime
Loretta’s tail didn’t stop wagging from the time she walked into Trinity Lutheran School in Edwardsville until the time she left two hours later. And why not? Children, teachers and other staff treated the yellow Labrador retriever like a movie star, despite ...
Researchers explore impact of obesity on dog’s health
If you thought that obesity affects only humans, you may be wrong. It can also shorten the lives of your canine friends, finds research. The research, from the University of Liverpool in the UK, reveals that the lifespan of overweight dogs was up to two-and-half years shorter when ...
5 Foods Rich in Potassium
Potassium is one of the minerals that are crucial for proper body functioning. Our dogs, just like us, need these important nutrients in order to be healthy. That’s why paying attention to the food your dog eats is very important. ...
10 Tips For Navigating Tough Decisions About Your Dog
Many of us—myself included—live in dread of receiving bad news about our pets. We fear the moment when, looking at our vet’s face or hearing her voice, we know that something is seriously wrong. Unfortunately, given the short lifespan of ...
Probiotics For Dogs: Are They Beneficial?
Are probiotics equally important for your dog as they are for you? And if so, why are they beneficial? This article will give you an answer. When the topic is “healthy food”, probiotics come up a lot. Probiotics are believed ...
Inaugural Dog Day of Summer in Manayunk a Tail-Waggin’ Success!
August 26th has been designated “Dog Day” and what better way to celebrate then a day dedicated to our pups! The NCCF was excited to be invited to be the benefactor of the Manayunk Dog Day of Summer. Philadelphia is ...
Pet Owners Share Heartwarming Stories Of Their Pets Final Moments
Yesterday, we shared a story explaining what happens in your pets final moments if you have to make the hard decision to put them down. Veterinarians and pet hospitals recently responded to a tweet that said that the hardest part ...
“From a tired, broken-hearted vet.” The sad reality of what our pets do in their final moments.
There are few thoughts as sickening as imagining your pet in a scenario where they’re vulnerable, scared and alone. We’d like to think our pets know they’re loved always, and know we’ll do whatever is necessary to protect them and make ...
7 Concerning Health Changes In Dogs To Look Out For As They Get Older
Calling all dog people! If you’re a pet parent like myself, then you know we only want the very best for our furry companions, i.e. we want them to live forever and ever. But since the world is cruel and ...