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5 Types of Enrichment for Dogs – Croney Research Group

Having a great enrichment program means incorporating multiple types of enrichment. There are five types of environmental enrichment: social, nutritional, occupational, sensory, and physical. Let’s look at examples of all five types of enrichment that you can use in...


Understanding Quarantine and Isolation Practices in Dog Kennels

Although the two terms are often confused, quarantine and isolation are not the same! The goal of both is to prevent the spread of disease in your kennel. Quarantine: Separating animals who have unknown health status and may be carrying a contagious disease. This...


Brushing and Coat Care

Different dog breeds have different coat types – and some need more maintenance than others. For example, some breeds have “double coats” and shed heavily, while other breeds have longer hair that require more maintenance.   Regular Brushing Regardless of breed,...


Nutrition for the pregnant dog: Croney Research Group

It is important to provide pregnant dogs with a high-quality, highly digestible diet throughout gestation to support fetal growth and development Weeks 1-5 Feed an adult maintenance complete and balanced diet made from high-quality ingredients including animal-based...




Ear Cleaning for Dogs

Why do I need to clean my dog’s ears? Dirt can build up in your dog’s ears, which can increase the risk of ear infection. Some dogs will need frequent ear cleaning, especially breeds with long ears (e.g., Basset Hounds and Cocker Spaniels). Dogs who swim a lot may...