People are drawn to dogs for different reasons. Some look for dogs with playful, goofy personalities. Others love a cuddly couch potato, or an active running buddy. There is such diversity within the dog species—in size, appearance and personality—that we’re …
The dog is an incredibly diverse species – from a two pound Chihuahua to a 200 pound Mastiff, there are hundreds of different breeds recognized worldwide. All of these dogs relate back to a common origin when they evolved from …
Do Blondes Have More Fun? 7 Hidden Histories of Dog Coat Colors & Traits Read More »
If we know our audience, we don’t have to convince you of all the compelling reasons to have a pet. Pets are adorable (always) and cuddly (sometimes). They make us laugh. They keep us active. They have been shown to …
October is Adopt a Shelter Dog month. According to the ASPCA, a dog arrives at a shelter every 10 seconds of every day. That adds up to millions of dogs each year that find themselves in need of a home. Often, …
Runny nose. Itchy eyes. Coughing or wheezing. Skin rash. If you suffer from allergies, you know the symptoms are nothing to sneeze at. So, what is a dog-loving person to do if the cause of their allergies is a furry …
Hypoallergenic Dogs: Separating Fact from Fiction Read More »
Summer is over and the kids are firmly back in their school routines. Why not take a cue from the teachers in their classrooms and use this time of year to recommit to teaching our dogs obedience commands and canine …
A common question we get here at Wisdom Health is why puppies from the same litter can look so different and have different ancestry trees in their WISDOM PANEL™ reports. There are a couple reasons for this. One reason relates …
Sibling Genetics: Why Dogs from a Single Litter Can Vary So Greatly Read More »
We love them with all of our hearts, and now there’s reason to believe dogs are actually good for our hearts, too. Over the past several years, there has been an increasing body of research exploring the human-animal bond and …
Osteoarthritis—a painful joint condition most commonly affecting the hips, knees and elbows—is on the rise in dogs. Recent findings from Banfield Pet Hospital’s State of Pet Health Report reveal a 66% increase in this disease over the past ten years. Commonly …
The Link Between Osteoarthritis and Obesity in Dogs Read More »
The mission of WISDOM HEALTH™ veterinary science and research is to facilitate responsible pet care by enhancing the well-being and relationship between pets, pet owners, breeders, shelters and veterinarians through valuable insights into pets as individuals. Through the genetic testing of dogs and cats we aim to make advances in science towards a better world for all pets so their owners can love them longer.
