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Welcome to Canine Journal

Welcome Dog Lovers! We are your go-to resource on all things dog in every aspect of caring for your beloved dogs. From medical concerns and food to pet insurance and dog resorts, we are here for you and your favorite furry friend...  read more »



May 16 2012

Dog Vaccinations

Vaccinations Are a Vital Part of Pet Health

A vet giving a dog vaccinationVaccinations are a crucial part of the health of your pet dog. For owners of new puppies, the vaccination schedule seems never ending, but as dog’s age, this schedule consolidates to two yearly vet visits. In this article we will take a look at what vaccinations your dog should receive, what they are for and how old your dog should be when they receive each vaccination...  read more »



May 14 2012

Dog Food Recall 2012

Dog Food Recall from Salmonella Contamination - Currently 16 People Sickened

Dog Food RecallIn 2007 more than 5,600 dog foods were recalled and pet owners worldwide were shaken. The most recent dog food recall is certainly not as expansive, but it does have the potential to cause illness in dogs and their owners. The Diamond Pet Foods’ South Carolina manufacturing facility is to blame and as such, many popular dog food brands are being recalled. Below we will take a look at the foods that are being recalled and why the recall is being made...  read more »



May 02 2012

All Natural Dog Food

There Are Two Options for All Natural Dog Food Diets

All Natural Dog FoodDog owners want what is best for their pets and for many people that means feeding an all natural dog food. There are two varieties of all natural dog food: commercially produced and raw. Depending upon your budget and the time you have to devote to your dogs diet, one of these may better suit your needs than the other...  read more »



Apr 18 2012

Worms in Dogs

dogs can be infected by Many Different Types of Worms

Vet checking a dog for wormsThere are a wide variety of worms that can infect your dog. Although many of the symptoms are similar, each will require a specific type of medication for treatment. When an inappropriate medication is used to treat worms, infestations can return or worsen in severity, causing additional medical complications. Some of the worms that commonly affect dogs include: roundworms, tapeworms, hookworms, whipworms and heartworms...  read more »



Mar 25 2012

Why Dogs Eat Grass

There are Many Theories for Why Dogs Eat Grass

Dog eating grassOur dogs often do things that we struggle to understand. One of those things is eating grass. While we may feed our dogs a perfectly well balanced diet and provide them with all the stimulation they need, they may still take to consuming grass. There are many theories behind just why our canine friends impersonate cows chewing cud, and we are going to take a shot at the reasoning behind them...  read more »



Feb 28 2012

Psychiatric Service Dog

Psychiatric Service Dogs Serve those with Schizophrenia and PTSD

Psychiatric Service Dog Throughout the years humans have relied upon dogs for many service aspects of life but more recently dogs have become a significant part of a unique area of the medical field. Not only are dogs playing a role in the lives of those with physical impairments, but now they are also playing a role in the lives of those with psychiatric impairments as well. For many individuals living with post traumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia and agoraphobia, these dogs provide a bridge between “normal” society and the emotionally charged world these individuals face on a daily basis...  read more »



Feb 21 2012

Parvo In Dogs

Prevention of Parvo Lies in an Understanding of the Virus

Sick dogCanine parvovirus type 2 or “parvo” is a highly contagious virus that is particularly prominent in the canine community. Parvo is of particular concern for puppy owners due to the severity of symptoms and the weak immune systems of younger dogs. There are ways to help prevent the spread of parvo and as a responsible dog owner it is important to be familiar with these prevention methods. Effective prevention begins with understanding the virology and pathophysiology of the virus itself...  read more »



Feb 15 2012

Non Shedding Dogs

The Level of Shedding in a Dog Breed is an Important Characteristic for Many

The hairless Chinese Crested is a non shedding dogWhen it comes to picking out the best dog breed for you there are many considerations to be made. For some families one of the most important characteristics of a dog is whether it is non shedding...  read more »



Jan 31 2012

Native Dog Breeds Risk Extinction

Exotic Dog Breeds Seem to be Pushing out the Native Breeds

English SetterEngland is facing a significant drop in native dog breed registrations, so much so that one breed in particular is “facing extinction.” In this article we will take a look at the dwindling registration of native dog breeds and the increase in exotic breed registrations that are currently taking place in England...  read more »