Welcome to our resource page. Here you will find links to articles, video’s & causes we have referenced or researched while writing this blog.
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Allergies
Allergy Medications. Which Ones To Use & Which Ones To Not.
Allergy and Atopy Treatment In Dogs
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Animal Assisted Therapy
DrugRehab.com – When combined with other treatments for substance use disorders, this therapeutic approach can motivate patients to stay in treatment. Animals can also help therapists & clients resolve mental health problems in a way that isn’t possible with other types of therapy alone.
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Apple Cider Vinegar
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Body Maps
Also known as Skin Maps, these are ideal for vet appointments. We use them to show were small fat deposits are. Download free body maps here, either for a good dog or cool cat.
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Bonding
6 Simple Ways to Improve Your Bond with Your Dog
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Canine Epilepsy Online Communities
Facebook Pages:
Wally’s Canine Epilepsy Foundation
Linktree
Websites:
Dog Seizure Disorders: Types, Causes, Symptom…
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Cannabis & CBD Oil for Canine Epilepsy
CBD, Cannabinoids, Endocannabinoids & Canines
CBD full-spectrum broad-spectrum & isolates
CBD oils & tinctures: What’s in the bottle?
Understanding a certificate of analysis
CBD Oils, what should be on the label?
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Caregiver Support
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Car Safety
Center for Pet Safety – Sniff out the top performing & CPS Certified products.
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Cognitive Decline
Cognitive decline in older dogs
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Emotional Support Dogs & Psychiatric Support Dogs
ZocDoc’s Complete guide to Psychiatric Support Dogs
National Network’s Service Animal Resource Hub
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Essential Oils
Are essential oils safe for good dogs?
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MCT & Coconut Oil for Dogs
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Collars & Harnesses
Collars vs. Harnesses: Which is the Best for my Dog?
Choosing the Right Collar or Harness
We here at Knotty Toys for Good Dogs have a bias in favor of using a dog harness instead of a collar for walking your dog.
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Dental Care
How To Brush Your Good Dog’s Teeth
Dottie & Dista of Critter Comfort and Clips demonstrate how to brush your Good Dog’s Teeth while Etta watches on.
In this video, you’ll be shown how to clean your dog (or cat’s) teeth.
Treats & toys that can help keep your dog’s teeth free of plaque are also suggested.
Q Gnaws her Knotty Toy For Good Dogs
Q enjoys her all natural hemp chew toy handmade by Knotty Toys For Good Dogs. Hemp is both safer & healthier than nylon or plastic toys. You never have to worry about a Knotty Toy For Good Dog showing up on a recall consumer alert. A pawtastic way for your Good Dog to floss.
Tips On How To Brush You Good Dog’s Teeth
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Domestic Violence
Through Ruff Times – A registered charitable organization in Toronto, Canada dedicated to keeping people & pets together.
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Garlic for Dogs
Garlic, the good, the bad & the truth
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Golden Paste – see below: Turmeric for Dogs
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Legal
Gartner & Associates Animal Law
Phone: 416-836-9971
Email: reception@animallawyers.ca
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Massage for Dogs
International Association of Animal Massage and Bodywork/Association of Canine Water Therapy.
– a professional community that provides & teaches the traditional values & techniques of holistic, complementary, alternative massage & bodywork for animals, dedicated to promoting, advancing and growing the practice of animal massage and bodywork through education, establishing industry standards and building an international network of support.
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Ocular Compression Therapy
Our original blog post – Ocular Compression Therapy
Here is a short YouTube video that briefly shows this technique.
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Pet Insurance
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Pica in Dogs
Eating things that are not food is a disorder called Pica.
Dogster.com article on compulsive Pica
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petmd.com – an excellent online resource
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Poison
Poisonous plants inside & outside
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Rescue Organizations
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The Rescue Animal Mp3 Project
A non profit organization dedicated to enriching the quality of life for animals in Shelters & Sanctuaries. Music arranged to promote relaxation & calm behavior along with MP3 players are donated to shelters to help the animals cope with stressful conditions & be more inviting of loving adoptions.
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Reverse Sneezing
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Safety
Contractor’s Guide To Pet Safety on Construction Sites
Printable Pet Safety Materials from ASPCA – Printable safety guides produced by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals
Pet Disaster Planning Guide by Humane Society – This guide outlines how to prepare for a disaster with pets.
Guide to Pet Safety on Construction Sites by Houzz – A guide about keeping pets safe during construction that can be shared with contractors before work begins.
Keeping Pets and People Healthy During Emergencies by CDC – The Center for Disease Control’s recommendations for what to do with pets before, during, and after an emergency.
Animal Welfare Resources by USDA – This page offers a comprehensive collection of animal welfare resources that covers a wide variety of animals and situations from the National Agricultural Library.
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Senior Dogs
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Sight Commands/Sign language for Dogs
Dogs & American Sign Language (ASL)
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Soup Bones & Canine Epilepsy
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Taurine
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Ticks
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Titer test & Vaccinations
A blood test known as a Titer test can check your dog’s immunity to certain diseases by measuring antibodies. It can determine protection from diseases such as distemper, rabies, parvo & hepatitis.
When it Comes to Vaccinating Your Pet, Less is More
Titer Test: Safer for YOur Pet Than Routine Vaccines, and at an Affordable Cost
The Truth About ‘Titering’ Instead of Vaccination
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Turmeric for Dogs
Turmeric for dogs – from Dogs Naturally Magazine.
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Urinary Tract Infections
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the danger xylitol poses to dogs