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Implications of Weaning Age for Dog Welfare – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP

Weaning is an important stage in dog development, and maximizing the welfare of dams and their offspring can promote adult dog well-being. During the weaning process, puppies begin consuming semi-solid food at around three weeks of age, and they typically are separated from their dams between six and eight weeks of age for re-homing. This coincides with a stage in puppy development that involves critical learning and has long-term implications for behavioral wellness as adults. To optimize the well-being of puppies as well as adult dogs, it is essential to consider the weaning ages and practices used as well as their relationship to developmental processes. Hurt M, Stella J, Croney C. (2015, September). Implications of Weaning Age for Dog Welfare. World Pet Association, Pet Food Institute Continue Reading Implications of Weaning Age for Dog Welfare – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP



Managing Giardia in Dog Kennels

What is Giardia? Giardia is a parasite commonly found in dogs. It spreads easily in group settings such as kennels and animal shelters. Dogs consume Giardia cysts through contaminated food, water, or contact with feces. A cyst is a form of Giardia that is inactive and...




Addressing Giardia in Kennels: Implications for Canine Health, Management, and Welfare – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP

Dangoudoubiyam, S., Pietraniec, A., Burke, K., Camp, J., & Croney, C. (2022, March). Addressing giardia in kennels: Implications for canine health, management, and welfare. Purdue Extension . Retrieved December 30, 2022, from https://www.extension.purdue.edu/extmedia/VA/VA-34-W.pdf Continue Reading Addressing Giardia in Kennels: Implications for Canine Health, Management, and Welfare – CRONEY RESEARCH GROUP