Maryland’s Governor, Martin O’Malley, signed 3 bills passed by the state legislature to help animals. One of the bills closed a loophole in Maryland’s fighting law which added a prohibition on “baiting”. The State also prohibited the sale and possession of shark fins. Finally, Maryland will have a statewide funded spay/neuter program. The program will […]
Researchers at Sydney, Australia’s Kolling Institute have developed and tested a vaccine on 30 dogs with advanced melanoma, bone cancer and liver cancer. So far the results have been positive, slowing the growth of the original tumors and helping to prevent others from occurring. Dr. Chris Weir, who developed the vaccine, used dogs because their […]
As our dogs age, we notice physical changes. They may not see or hear as well and have joint problems. But their behavior may also be affected. Here are some signs to be aware of. Behaviors that are repeated over and over could be a sign of obsessive, compulsive disorder or a symptom of anxiety. […]
