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Doggy Science

Doggy Science Food Health

Will a Small Amount of Onion Hurt My Dog?

Ian F.
 

A small amount of onion is generally not immediately toxic to dogs, but it can still be harmful and should be avoided. Onions, along with other members of the Allium family (such as garlic, shallots, and leeks), contain compounds that can damage a dog’s red blood cells, leading to a condition called hemolytic anemia. Autoimmune hemolytic anemia (AIHA) is an immune system disease in which the body attacks and destroys its own red blood cells. In dogs with AIHA, red blood cells are still being manufactured in the bone marrow, but once released into the circulation, they have a shorter-than-normal […]

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Doggy Science Noses

A Dog’s Nose Is Amazing: How Does A Dog’s Nose Work?

Ian F.
 

A dog’s nose is truly amazing.  They have anywhere from 100 million to 300 million olfactory receptors in their nasal cavity.  Their nasal tissues are 30 times larger than a human, and the area of the dog’s brain dedicated to analyzing and processing scents is proportionately about 40 times larger than humans. Here are some amazing facts about a dog’s sense of smell!   1. VOMERONASAL ORGAN: Dog’s have an organ located inside their nasal cavity that opens into the roof of their mouth! It is called a vomeronasal organ and is also known as Jacobson’s organ.  Nerves from the organ […]

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Doggy Science Ears Health Lil Dogs

The Importance of your Dog’s Ears

Ian F.
 

What exactly does your dog’s ears do? Your dog’s ears are very important for three main reasons: hearing, communicating, and body language. Before we get into each specific reason lets explore the structure and function of the ear in your dog.  The ear is part of your dog’s body that helps with hearing and balance. It consists of the outer, middle, and inner ear. The outer ear is made up of the pinna, and the ear canal. The pinna is made of cartilage and is covered by either skin, fur, or hair. This part is used to capture waves of […]

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