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New, Infectious Coronavirus Is Detected In Malaysia – Possibly Coming From Dogs

New Coronavirus Detected In Patients and the Source May Be Dogs

May 20, 2021

No one wants to hear news about a coronavirus. We are tired of it. But, the more we know the better we can try to live. This news comes from Malaysia where scientists have connected a coronavirus in dogs that might be transmitted to humans.

In the past 20 years, new coronaviruses have emerged from animals with remarkable regularity. In 2002, SARS-CoV jumped from civets into people. Ten years later, MERS emerged from camels. Then in 2019, SARS-CoV-2 began to spread around the world.

For many scientists, this pattern points to a disturbing trend: Coronavirus outbreaks aren't rare events and will likely occur every decade or so.

The Psychology Behind Your Dog's Happiness

November 03, 2020

Many people have discovered during this pandemic that staying home with our pets is a new level of connection. Do you love working with your dog at your feet? Have your ever wondered: What is my dog learning when she stops to sniff the crisp fall air? What is he thinking when he stares at me while I type on my computer? Are my dogs happy?

How Does Wildfire Smoke Impact a Dog's Health?

September 23, 2020

Wildfires in the western United States this year have already proved to be massive and stunning. Wildfires burning across California, Oregon, Colorado, and Washington are producing soot, ash, and smoke filling the air amid searing heat. Thick clouds of ash particles are wafting over cities and rural areas turning the Bay Areas’ sky orange? The tiny particles that comprise smoke are scattering the longer light wavelengths of reds and oranges to overwhelm the shorter wavelengths of blue, dimming the...

Five Habits That Are Bad For Your Dog's Health

September 08, 2020

When it comes to our dogs, there isn’t much we won’t do for them. We let them sleep in our bed, we post pictures of them on social media, and we take them with us wherever we go. Unfortunately, sometimes there are things we do (or neglect to do) that could be hurting our furry friends. In today’s post from K9 Mask®, we want to discuss some of the things you may be doing that could be harming your dog’s health. With a few simple changes, you can help your fur baby live a long and happy life.

Five Ways the K9 Mask® For Dogs Helps Keep Your Dog Safe

September 01, 2020

Dogs truly are a man’s best friend. If you have a canine companion then you know they are always happy to see you, there for you when you’re feeling down, and always willing to protect you — no matter how big (or small) the threat. With a friend this loyal, it’s only natural you want to ensure they live a long and happy life.

Unfortunately, air pollution is all around us — dust, smog, and smoke are creating problems for us and our furry friends. Maybe you have never thought about air pollution affecting your dog, but they breathe the same air we do. When you have a hard time breathing, or find yourself coughing and sneezing more than usual, your dog is...read more.

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