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Sleeping with Dogs Should you let your dog sleep with you? These dog owners wouldn’t have it any other way. BY TRACEY TONG
6 Research-Backed Reasons to Sleep with Your Dog Is sleeping with your dog a good idea? Science says yes!
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Sweet Therapy These therapy dog teams are making bad days a little brighter PHOTOGRAPHED BY SARAH DALOISE
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Could Your Dog be a Therapy Dog? Find out if your dog has what it takes to be a therapy dog BY TEOTI ANDERSON
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Dog Impossible From fearful to famous—dog trainer Matt Beisner’s incredible journey. BY TRACEY TONG
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The Queen’s Dogs A look at Elizabeth II’s lifelong love affair with Corgis.
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Longevity in Dogs: The Long and the Short of It A look at how—and why—size impacts lifespan.
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Home is Where the Dog Is File this under “want it!”
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Cold Weather Essentials Your must-have winter gear guide!
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16 Great Gift Ideas Under $100 Staff favourites, all under $100!
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Healthy Paws Solutions for everything from picky eating to arthritis!
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The Alaskan Malamute This hearty Arctic breed has a playful side that will win your heart!
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Isn’t it a Pitty? Breeds commonly mislabelled as Pit Bulls.
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Best Breeds for Kids Looking for a kid-friendly breed? These dogs are known to be great with children
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“I Missed You!” Dogs cry tears of joy when reunited with their owners
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Why You AND Your Dog Should Take Collagen This well tolerated supplement can relieve joint pain, improve skin health, increase muscle mass, and prevent bone loss—in both you and your dog.
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CBD and Your Dog Veterinarian Katherine Kramer says hemp-derived CBD works wonders for pets.
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The Dogtor Will See You Now Using their exquisitely sensitive noses, dogs can diagnose cancer, as well as diabetes, and the early signs of an epileptic seizure. Now, they’re teaching machines to do the same.
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We’re Giving It Away! We’ve got three months of incredible giveaways—from dog beds to dog food—and winners every week! See what’s up for grabs on page 22.
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Can My Dog Eat That? Wondering what “people food” you can share with your dogs? Look no further!
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The Four-Legged Nanny A golden friendship. BY NANCY JULIEN KOPPE
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Backyard Barking Blues How to stop your dog from barking in the backyard. BY NICOLE WILDE
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Tiny Dog Stories Dog love in short form: miniature, reader-submitted dog stories of no more than 100 words.
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Milo, an adorable six-monthold Ganaraskan, photographed by the very talented Torontobased animal photographer Jason Krygier-Baum. Find him at jasonkb.com.
Connie’s Book Club Editor-in-Chief Connie Wilson’s winter selection of mustread dog books.
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Interesting Dog Facts Fascinating dog trivia and little-known canine facts. BY ROSE FROSEK
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winter, the season for everything festive and cozy, for cool and crisp outdoor adventures and evenings cuddled on the couch. The year’s final chapter is a reminder that everything is cyclical, change is inevitable, and there are always good things coming—whether it’s under the tree or the promise of spring’s renewal. Thank you for celebrating the season—and dogs, our lessons in joy—with us! Our goal with this issue is to entertain, delight, and inspire, all through a dog-focused lens. In need of a 2023 goal? How about registering to become a therapy dog team? (page 40) Studies indicate that giving back to the community boosts your happiness, health, and sense of well-being. Hygge, the Danish obsession with getting cozy, finds its seasonal home in winter. Find your hibernation inspiration on page 24 with our canineinspired picks to make your home your refuge, plus cold weather essentials for venturing out no matter the elements. Entertaining at home? Arm yourself with the fascinating dog trivia found on page 96. We’ve got great gift ideas galore, be it canine stocking stuffers or perfect suggestions for the dog lovers in your life. From CBD to collagen, we explore natural solutions for common canine health problems. And we have tons of cool giveaways—see the dog swag up for grabs on page 22! Is your house one with an ongoing debate as to whether the dog should sleep in the bed? We’ve got you covered with some science-backed facts as to why co-sleeping is good for you. We also look at longevity in dogs and why size matters. Get to know the Alaskan Malamute, the hearty Arctic breed with a playful side that will win your heart on page 88, then take a look back in pictures at Queen Elizabeth II’s lifelong love affair with Corgis (page 68). You’ll also discover people food you should share with your dog, a fix for backyard barking, and so much more. Jump right in and let us know what you think— share a photo of your dog reading the issue and your dog could appear in the next issue! May the season bring you and your dogs much happiness. Thank you for being a part of our amazing community!
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Modern Dog contributor Teoti Anderson has been a professional dog trainer (CPDTKA, KPA-CTP) for more than 27 years. She is the author of The Dog Behavior Problem Solver, Ultimate Guide to Dog Training, Puppy Care and Training, and more. She also co-owns A Dog’s Best Friend in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, is past president of the Association of Professional Dog Trainers, and frequently travels to give presentations on canine behaviour. Turn to page 40 for her expert advice on how to certify your pup as a therapy dog!
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Deep Love Pet memorial reefs are creating new life out of loss
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awaii resident Steve Berkoff was scuba diving in the Philippines when he came across a quarter-scale model of a church that had been built by a local diver. The model included a graveyard, and Steve reflected that being buried underwater would be “a great idea.” Almost 20 years later, he formed a Memorial Reef company combining a unique way to remember a loved one with ocean conservation. In 2017, that company would become Memorial Reefs International. But what, exactly, is a memorial reef? Reefs are essential to protect shorelines and maintain marine ecosystems, but most of the world’s reefs are at risk from an array of threats, including ocean warming and acidification, pollution, and overfishing. Memorial Reefs are artificial reef modules designed to create sustainable aquatic habitats that mimic natural reefs, helping to restore the coral reef ecosystem 12 moderndog
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while honouring a loved one. To do so, they use technology developed by the Reef Ball Foundation, a 30-year-old nonprofit committed to rebuilding critical reef environments. The crux of the idea is this: cremated remains are combined with PHbalanced concrete to create a large, perforated dome that will not degrade in seawater. Designed to last 500-plus years, it will become a permanent part of the ocean floor. The memorial aspect helps fund the reef-building. Another upside is this designated bit of seabed will remain undisturbed, further protecting it. Pet Reefs are the company’s newest offering; they will begin placing pet memorials in January 2023. “They sprang from a desire to honour the memories of beloved pets,” says Laura B. Boehm, PhD, General Manager. “Placing the pet’s ashes in a memorial reef creates new life out of loss.” Their first Pet Reef will be placed near Sarasota, Florida, in
The Positive Impacts of Reef Balls Memorial Reefs can be used to restore reefs that have been damaged or destroyed by hurricanes, ship strikes or climate change. They provide a stable structure for coral to grow on and marine life to flourish within. The surface of the memorial is textured to allow adhesion of coral polyps, while its hollow center shelters fish and other marine animals. The holes create currents that bring more nutrients to the animals and plants living there.
a dedicated undersea memorial garden, with hopes to open other Pet Reefs adjacent to their existing sites in Texas, New Jersey, British Columbia, Ontario, Baja and Merida, Mexico, and Venice, Italy, says Boehm. There are several Memorial Reef options, including the affordably priced Community Reef, in which multiple pets’ ashes will be included in the Reef Ball. It costs just $40. Pet parents will receive a certificate, a photo of the Memorial Pet Reef Garden, and its GPS coordinates. There are also options for a Pack Memorial Reef and Individual Memorial Reef, both of which include a personalized bronze plaque. “A single mature Reef Ball can produce up to 200 pounds of marine life (fish, coral, crustaceans, and shellfish) annually,” says Boehm. “This helps to restore marine habitats and damaged corals lost to climate change. It also provides a specific location where you can come to visit and know that your beloved pet is truly part of a living legacy.”
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Cozy up and gear up with Joyride Harness! This harness is a winter breeze to use and helps stop pulling. Perfect for walks and adventures, with styles for every season. joyrideharness.com
Doggondiments transforms everyday kibble into the fun “people food” flavours that dogs beg for. Perfect for picky, senior, bored or overweight dogs. Doggondiments has no added salt and contains healthy prebiotics. doggondiments.com
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The Dogtor Will See You Now
Using their exquisitely sensitive noses, dogs can diagnose cancer, as well as diabetes, and the early signs of an epileptic seizure. Now, they’re teaching machines to do the same. By Camille Lemos
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The nose knows. Many dogs have been trained to sniff out Covid, malaria, Parkinson’s, and various cancers with 99% and even 99.8% accuracy. by dogs’ disease-sniffing abilities but by the fact that some pups, trained to detect a certain type of cancer, are able to detect other malignancies, despite low similarity in odours among various cancers. Some untrained pets have even detected cancer in their owners. “[Dogs] don’t go by the list of molecules…They go by the scent character, which means they somehow figure out the cancer essence,” says Mershin. “That blew my mind. No analytical tool to this day can do this because it’s looking at the list of ingredients. Knowing what something is made of isn’t the same as knowing what it smells of.” There’s still a long way to go, but Mershin’s ultimate goal is to use dogs’ diagnoses of prostate cancer to inform a machine learning algorithm to one day detect cancers with canine-level accuracy—and he plans to put this technology in your pocket. Mershin’s eventual goal is to build electronic nose capability into smartphones. Now that’s something to bark about.
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The world’s first luxury water for pets, Silica Source For Pets is the highest quality water you can give your best friend! Silica supports pain relief, anti-aging and healthful longevity, gut health and digestion, wound healing, and a healthy, youthful looking skin and coat. aquenesprings.com
This natural calming bundle is perfect to keep your dog relaxed this winter! While fireworks and festivities are a joy to us, our furry friends can find these events stressful. This duo of CBD oil and CBD calm dog treats will help induce feelings of calmness and encourage rest. naturecanpets.com
Build a deeper relationship with your dog, one treat at a time! Kono’s Kitchen single-ingredient freeze-dried raw treats are sourced and packaged in the USA and made with GMO-and hormone-free proteins. They’re perfectly-sized, high-value training treats that don’t crumble and can also be added to your dog’s meals for much-needed nutrients. konoskitchen.com
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You want a humane-certified trainer who works with positive reinforcement, Beisner says. Look for someone who will focus on a dog’s physical, mental, and emotional wellness, the need for enrichment, and who will work with a dog below its stress threshold. These things, Beisner says, “will generally minimize a lot of risk of doing harm to the dog.” It’s All About Consent Get your dog’s consent before you touch him or her. A common training mistake is misreading a dog’s stress cues and consent cues, says Beisner. Each dog’s consent cues are different, but there will be similarities: a loose wagging tail; forward leaning with a relaxed body and forehead; and soft eyes. The dog may reach for you, by putting a paw on you to indicate that it wants to be petted, he says.
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of chewing, licking, or sniffing is equivalent to roughly 60 minutes of physical exercise in terms of needs met,” he says. Although he says he is “not the answer for every dog—sadly, some dogs’ answers lead to outcomes that [nobody] would want for them,” Beisner says— he’s saved many lives, including that of seven-year-old mixed breed Andy, who had lived in seven foster homes in two years. “He had a serious bite history,” says Beisner, who took him on after Andy’s final foster was to take him to be euthanized. Following humane training methods, Beisner examined the dog’s wellness and changed Andy’s diet and added physical therapy, acupuncture, and reiki. “We gave him regular exercise and dog play,” says Beisner, “and he never bit anyone again.” In fall 2020, he found a home with a staffer from the show. He still works in the field at every opportunity and is a long-time supporter of the shelter and rescue community. “Their dire circumstances never stopped
breaking my heart,” says Beisner. “I couldn’t go to a shelter without wanting to come home with a dog. And if I didn’t come home with one, I couldn’t leave without feeling a sense of hopelessness.” Beisner recently joined the Texas Humane Network (THN) as an ambassador, where he shares the needs of the THN with his networks and provides resources, including training and youth education, something he feels strongly about as a husband and father of two. “If we can get education, awareness, and experience into the bodies and minds of the young people in our communities,” he says, “we can help change the lives of dogs we need to help now and those who have yet to be born.” To the one million dogs and cats that are euthanized in the U.S. annually, Beisner considers himself “in a unique position to help.” Of the rescue dogs themselves, he says: “they need and deserve so much more than what they’re given. There’s something special about helping a dog that’s never been given a fair chance or one that has run out of chances.”
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Solutions for everything from picky eating to arthritis! ot d a e H ess n l l e w e to s for n o i t u l so g! your do 1. HAPPY JOINTS Support your dog’s joints and connective tissue with Molecular Biolife’s Over The Top Joint supplement. This super-powered highly digestible formula is made with four different collagens, organic sprouted seeds for a pre and probiotic boost, fruit and vegetable powders, and kefir to improve joint mobility. ($17, mbipet.com)
Does your dog have skin allergies? Kawell’s Matico Natural Healing Shampoo is made with Matico extract, which can act as a natural antiseptic and anti-inflammatory to help heal and soothe dry, itchy, and irritated skin. ($13, kawellusa.com)
3. DENTAL FLOSS FOR YOUR DOG Yummy Combs work like dental floss as your dog chews! Each chew packs 44 percent high-quality protein and 12 other wellness ingredients into a functional shape, improving dental, cardiac, digestive, skin, and coat health! ($20, yummycombs.com)
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5. ENTICING TRAINING TREATS Your dog will go crazy for the Freeze-Dried Beef Liver Mini Trainers from Crumps’ Naturals. These low-calorie, singleingredient treats are made from Canadian beef liver and cut into tiny cubes for easy use. ($14, crumps.ca)
6. SPEED HEALING Banixx Pet Care Spray speeds healing, relieves dry, itchy skin, and treats ear infections, hot spots, ringworm, and wounds. Antiseptic and anti-fungal, it’s made without steroids or antibiotics and is stingfree! ($15, banixx.com)
7. LET THEM EAT CRICKETS! Crickets are the main protein source in Marley’s Greener Treats! Made in Canada, these easily digestible, high-quality, sustainable treats come in yummy blueberry, cranberry, and mint varieties. ($15, marleysgreenertreats.ca)
8. A BETTER BATH With all-natural ingredients and no nasties, WashBar Original Soap for dogs cleans and soothes. Super-star natural ingredients like coconut oil, neem leaf, lemon-scented tea tree oil, and Manuka oil make bath time better and keep your dog’s coat soft and moisturized. (from $12 per bar, us.washbar.com)
9. GUT HEALTH HERO Protect your dog’s gut from unwanted visitors! Juru Pet’s all-natural Gut Shield formula combines ingredients like black walnut hull, sage, papaya leaf, wormwood, and fennel seed to promote normal gut defense and boost digestive health. (from $25, juru.pet)
10. PAW-SAFE ICE MELTER! This ice melter is safe for dog paws! Natural Alternative Ice Melt is biodegradable, non-toxic, long-lasting, and does not have high concentrations of salt— a great way to protect your pooch, plants, yard, and local waterways from harsh chemicals and slippery ice! (from $28, natural-alternative.com)
11. ECO-FRIENDLY PEE PAD WizSmart’s eco-friendly Super Premium Dog and Puppy Training pads are made from unused diapers. These highly absorbent pads offer great odour control and feature patented stay put tabs to keep the pad secure on the floor or wall. (from $15, wizsmart.com)
12. PROTECT THOSE PAWS Keep your dog’s paws safe from the elements with Walkaboot Dog Booties from Walkabout Harnesses. The supportive rubber sole and fleece inner lining provide traction and protect paws while the insulated neoprene lining keeps out moisture. (from $12, walkaboutharnesses.com)
13. THE FIX FOR PICKY EATERS Spruce up your pup’s meals! Raw Toppers Market Mix Turkey Recipe from Primal Pet Foods is made with high-quality turkey proteins and superfood ingredients like organic kale, squash, blueberries, and cranberries for a fresh meal boost. ($27, primalpetfoods.com) moderndogmagazine.com
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Editor-in-Chief Connie Wilson’s Winter selection of must-read books for dog lovers
Mochi’s Pugpyhood By Gemma Gené
This hilarious collection of all-new comic strips from Gemma Gené tell the story of how one little Pug found his forever family and grew into the sassy middle-aged diva-Pug the world’s come to love. Mochi’s journey through “pugpyhood” will have dog parents everywhere laughing at his all-too relatable (and very cute) antics.
A Dog’s Perfect Christmas By Bruce Cameron
As the strained Goss family prepares for the holiday season, an emergency and the arrival of a stray puppy threaten to tear the family apart. Could this pup be just what everyone needs to come together? This charming, heartwarming holidayread shows how dogs truly open our hearts.
A Dog’s Devotion By Suzanne Elshult and James Guy Mansfield This inside look at what it takes to be a real life K9 Search and Rescue (SAR) team is riveting. Follow Suzanne Elshult, her four-year-old Labrador Retriever, Keb, and her teammate Guy as they brave challenging weather, deep Pacific Northwest forests, treacherous mountain slopes, menacing coyotes, and back-stabbing teammates to find dead bodies, missing hikers, and even the bones of long-ago murder victims.
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Good Grief: On Loving Pets Here and Hereafter By E.B. Bartels A poignant exploration of the incredible bonds humans have with companion animals and how we grieve their loss. Sharing stories from veterinarians, archaeologists, ministers, and more, Bartels examines grief rituals around the globe and shows there is no right or wrong way to say goodbye to a beloved companion.
Killer Cupid
By Laurien Berenson In this riveting cozy mystery, Melanie Travis and her husband are ready for a Valentine’s getaway at the White Birch Inn when a murder derails their romantic weekend. Worse yet, Melanie finds herself a suspect! The local sheriff gets involved, but Melanie does some secret investigating of her own. Can she clear her name, solve the case, and protect the other guests from the kiss of death? You’ll have fun finding out.
The Speckled Beauty: A Dog and His People By Rick Bragg
Speck is not a good boy. But from the moment he arrives on Pulitzer Prize-winning author Rick Bragg’s property, the malodourous, half-blind, badly behaved stray dog sets about winning Bragg’s heart—and in the process, transforming Bragg’s outlook following his own cancer diagnosis. This warm hearted, hilarious New York Times bestselling memoir is simply wonderful.
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By Rose Frosek
It’s All in the Name In 2021, the most common dog names included Bella, Luna, Lucy, Max, and Charlie. But this wasn’t always the case. Popular dog names from Medieval times included Blawnche, Nosewise, Smylfeste, Bragge, Holdfast, Zaphyro, Zalbot, Mopsus, and Mopsulus, reports Mental Floss.
Puppy Dog Eyes The eyes have it. A 2017 study found that dogs raise their eyebrows to give “puppy eyes” and make other dramatic facial expressions when they know humans are watching. Shelter dogs have learned this trick, too, and to great effect—the same study found that shelter pups who deploy “puppy dog eyes” are adopted more quickly than dogs that show other behaviours, like wagging their tails. Social icon
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How Dogs See the World Many people mistakenly think dogs are colour blind when in fact, dogs have two colour receptors (cones) in their eyes, allowing them to see blue and yellow. This limited colour perception is called dichromatic vision. Dogs are unable to perceive red or green, nor can they perceive shades of these colours, such as orange, pink, and purple.
Best In Show Descendants of Wolves Dogs evolved from a now-extinct species of wolf. Dogs were the first animal domesticated by humans over 20,000 years ago. Through the process of domestication, their skulls, teeth, and paw size diminished, and desired traits such as docility and obedience became common.
Wondering what breed has won the most at the Westminster Kennel Club Dog Show? Don’t look to the beloved retrievers—terriers are the winningest by far. They’ve taken home nearly a third of all Best in Show prizes awarded since the dog show’s beginnings in 1877. Of all breeds, Wire Fox Terriers sit at the top for Best In Show wins, accounting for 12 in total.
Ancient Accoutrements Spiked dog collars were invented in ancient Greece to protect dogs’ throats from wolves. The practice of putting a dog’s name on its collar, commonplace today, first appeared in ancient Egypt.
God-Like Dogs In ancient Egypt, dogs were associated with the jackal-god Anubis, guide to the afterlife. Ancient breeds like the Saluki lived pampered lives in palaces. They had their own servants and wore jeweled collars. Dead rulers were often buried with their canine companions, as they believed their dogs would protect them in the afterlife.
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Did you know dogs can be right or left pawed? Like us, dogs have a dominant hand—or paw, in their case. To tell which is your dog’s dominant paw, watch them walk. Do they start walking with their right or left leg? Watch several times. Many dogs will lead with the same leg—this is their dominant one!
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The Right Paw
The street-vendor classic was originally known as a Dachshund sausage, named for its resemblance to the short-legged, long-backed dog. There are conflicting stories as to the name’s origin and why it was changed, but one theory is the name was shortened to hot dog when a cartoonist didn’t know how to spell the original moniker and depicted barking Dachshund sausages nestled in rolls, captioning the cartoon “hot dog!”
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