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In the May edition of NZ Dog World, I discuss my visit to Smoky Mountain Service Dogs which trains service dogs for physically disabled veterans.

Sunday, 14 May 2023 is Mother's Day. In this post, I provide some perspective on what it takes to be a Dog Mum and why our society doesn't always value the role

Ricky Gervais is known for his support of animal welfare and this quote is an endorsement of adopt don't shop.

Greece's Ministry of Culture has announced that pets will soon be allowed into more than 120 archaeological sites across the country

Dogs and cats may be passing antibiotic-resistant “superbugs” to their owners, a new study warns.

In the Canine Corner for April, I discuss how climate change affects our dogs and what you can do to plan and prepare, plus mitigate your impact.

In the State of Maine, legislators are debating a requirement for public housing to allow common household pets. Renting with pets can be challenging and public housing plays an important social role in supporting people on lower incomes.

The quote of the month is from French author Michel Houellebecq

In this post, I share the dog-related items I found on my visit to Elvis' Graceland

If passed, the Paws Off Act would amend the Federal Food, Drug, and Cosmetic Act to require foods containing the chemical xylitol to be considered mislabeled unless the product has a warning label specifying its toxic effects on pets if ingested. Xylitol is increasingly found in foods like mints, baked goods, desserts, vitamins, and gum. A lack of proper labeling can often make it difficult for pet owners to determine which products, including those ingested by mistake, could be deadly to their pets.