PETBOOK interview How therapy dogs help coma patients back to life
The presence of a therapy dog can sometimes work wonders. One very special area of application is working with coma patients.
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Study shows Dogs can remember the names of toys for up to two years
Dogs can still remember the names of their toys even if they haven't seen them for two years, a study shows.
Healthy ingredients 4 recipes for homemade dog ice cream
Dogs love ice cream too. With these four recipes, you can make your own dog ice cream from healthy ingredients that is still delicious.
Watch out for the heatwave! Heatwave: Expert reveals how to keep your dog appropriately busy even in 30-degree heat
PETBOOK author and dog trainer Katharina Marioth introduces you to ways of keeping your dog active as well as comfortable during a heatwave
PETBOOK interview Social pedagogue: "An assistance dog can often achieve more than a person"
Tatjana Kreidler from Vita Assistenzhunde e. V. talks about the challenges and emotional moments of working with assistance dogs.
Breed-specific legislation dogs After the fatal incident in Austria! Are Staffordshire Terriers allowed in Germany?
A woman died in a bite incident with a Staffordshire Terrier in Austria. Once again, the discussion about keeping dogs began.
Golden Retriever reduces stress How therapy dog Beacon provides mental wellness for the US Olympic gymnasts
The US gymnastics team led by Simone Biles wins medals at the Olympics - with the help of a therapy dog called Beacon.
Sweltering Heat Summer for dogs: 11 tips to keep your dog healthy
Our dogs also get hot in summer. Fortunately, there are many ways to cool them down. PETBOOK has put together the best tips.
Status symbol in China Tibetan Mastiff - keeping and caring for the most expensive dog breed in the world
The Tibetan Mastiff is only suitable for experienced dog owners due to its temperamental character and strong protective instinct.
Health-promoting snack Can dogs eat pineapple?
Sweet, tasty, and full of vitamins, including B group vitamins and vitamin C. Pineapple is a tasty snack. But are dogs allowed to eat it?
PETBOOK survey What annoys dog owners most about other owners
PETBOOK wanted to know in a survey: What annoys you most about other dog owners. One behavior came out on top.
Training Truffle hunting with dogs - animals prove they have the nose for it
You've heard of pigs hunting for truffles - but did you know dogs can, too? A trainer from the Saarland says: Yes!
Depending on breed and size When does my dog become a senior?
When dogs become senior citizens, they also show certain changes. When dogs are considered old and what owners should bear in mind.
Fruity snack Which fruits are dogs (not) allowed to eat?
Many fruits provide dogs with important vitamins and nutrients. But which fruits can and should dogs eat and which ones are unsuitable?
21,000 dogs examined Not love or money! Large study shows which factor really keeps dogs healthy for a long time
A study from the USA has found five factors that ensure dogs stay healthy for a long time. One stands out in particular.
PETBOOK Dog School How to teach the dog the 'drop it' command
Teaching the "drop it!" command: That's what the second episode of PETBOOK Dog School with trainer Verena Backhaus is all about.
Triggers of diarrhea Giardia in dogs — symptoms, causes, and treatment
Dogs can become infected with Giardia, a relatively common, persistent intestinal parasite. Symptoms, causes, and treatment.
Clouding of the eye lens Signs, diagnosis, and treatment of cataracts in dogs
Disorientation, sensitivity to light, and bumping into objects more often can be the first signs of cataracts in dogs.
Study shows for the first time The stress of strangers influences how dogs feel
When we feel stress, this affects the emotions of our dogs. Researchers have now shown that this is also the case with strangers.