Morris Animal Inn Blog
The many roles that dogs play in the lives of their humans are almost too numerous to name — but here are a few we’re particularly thankful for! 1. Your Alarm Clock. “I’ve missed you so much all night I couldn’t hold it in any longer! Please get up and play or feed me. I’m…
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If you’ve been following The Westminster Kennel Club 139th Annual Dog Show you may have wondered why certain breeds are presented at dog shows with a distinct look. As dogs were bred throughout the centuries, specific characteristics were written into their breed standards, but why? Here are some interesting insights to why some of your favorite breeds…
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A new study conducted at the University of Helsinki explores that age-old question – what do dogs think about humans? Researchers showed their dog test subjects photos of familiar and unfamiliar human and dog faces, then recorded their responses to the visual stimuli. The dogs looked at the familiar faces much longer than those they did not…
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We all feel better with our pets around. Nothing compares to a cuddle with your four-legged friend after a long day. The benefits of having a dog, however, may be more than just mental and emotional. Numerous studies have found that pets may have an impact on our physical well-being. Take a look at some…
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The cold months of fall are upon us, a time of year when we start to think about hunkering down for the winter. You want to prepare your pet just as much as you want to stock up on hot chocolate and logs for the fire, but there are a lot of myths out there…
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