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New World Screwworm
The New World screwworm (Cochliomyia hominivorax) is a devastating parasitic fly. The larvae (maggots) feed exclusively on the healthy, living tissue of mammals (and rarely, birds). Adult female flies lay eggs near the edges of wounds or moist body orifices (nose,...
Breeding limits: Implications for welfare in dog breeding programs
from the Croney Research Group Most dog breeding organizations and registries have guidelines on the minimum and maximum ages at which dogs should be bred. The importance of dogs as human companions continues to grow, so ensuring ethical, welfare-friendly sources of...
Canine Nutrition Infographic: Croney Research Group
Need to know the basics of canine nutrition? Look no further! You can also download a PDF of this handout to share or print. Feed a high-quality, complete, and balanced dog food approved by AAFCO Feed for appropriate life stage (e.g., puppy, adult, senior) Select a...
Grinders vs. Clippers: What’s Best for your Dog’s Nails?
Colman, S. (2020, September 24). Grinders vs. clippers: What’s best for your dog’s nails? Whole Dog Journal. Retrieved December 30, 2022, from https://www.whole-dog-journal.com/care/grinders-vs-clippers-whats-best-for-your-dogs-nails/ Continue Reading Grinders vs. Clippers: What’s Best for your Dog’s Nails?
Investigating the Effects of Incremental Conditioning and Supplemental Dietary Tryptophan on the Voluntary Activity and Behaviour of Mid-Distance Training Sled Dogs – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP
Robinson, E., Templeman, J. R., Thornton, E., Croney, C. C., Niel, L., & Shoveller, A. K. (2020). Investigating the effects of incremental conditioning and supplemental dietary tryptophan on the voluntary activity and behaviour of mid-distance training sled dogs. nutrition Continue Reading Investigating the Effects of Incremental Conditioning and Supplemental Dietary Tryptophan on the Voluntary Activity and Behaviour of Mid-Distance Training Sled Dogs – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP