Harlow's Hounds

10/12/2026

Wishing Dallas a very Happy 1st Birthday!!🎂 🥳🐾

This is something I’d like to do - celebrate Birthdays/Gotcha Days!! Let me know those dates so we can 🎉 Celebrate!!🎉

10/05/2026

💉 Vaccine titers should be a standard part of veterinary care, in my opinion.

🩸 A simple blood test can tell you if your pet is protected and prevent the overuse of vaccines.

✖️We know that protection from core vaccines can last much longer than what’s stated on the reminder card from the vet, yet “annual shots” is the norm.

✅ If your vet doesn’t offer vaccine titers, or they quote exorbitant fees, here are some affordable locations for titer testing.

For a full rundown of what titers are, why I recommend considering titer testing, what the results mean, and so much more, read my latest blog post "Titer Testing for Dogs and Cats" on DrJudyMorgan.com

➡️ https://drjudymorgan.com/blogs/blog/titer-testing-for-dogs-and-cats

09/18/2026

Last paragraph is key!!

🚨 A HUGE NEW STUDY IS CHALLENGING WHAT PET PARENTS HAVE BEEN TOLD ABOUT GRAIN-FREE DOG FOOD.

A 2026 Veterinary Medicine and Science study analyzed Dog Aging Project data from 47,000+ dogs and found grain-free diets were NOT associated with increased odds of developing new heart problems.

🤯 More than HALF of owners who reported feeding grain-free were WRONG when researchers checked the ingredients. Foods that sounded grain-free actually contained rice, corn, wheat, barley or oats.

Researchers also followed 7,113 dogs for two years. Dogs that switched to grain-free had FEWER newly reported heart diagnoses than dogs that never ate grain-free, while dogs consistently eating grain-free showed no significant difference.

Both grain-free AND grain-containing foods can contribute to nutritional DCM. So can poorly formulated raw and homemade diets.

Peas, lentils and potatoes aren’t inherently “bad,” and adding grains does NOT magically make food cardioprotective—there’s ZERO taurine in grains!

The bigger question is whether the finished food provides enough bioavailable protein and essential amino acids for the dog eating it.

And here’s the overlooked problem: AAFCO “all life stages” foods meet nutrient requirements for growth and reproduction, but adult dogs often need far fewer calories than growing puppies.

So owners feed less to prevent obesity. But when you cut food, you don’t just cut calories—you cut protein, amino acids, vitamins and minerals too.

A food can meet AAFCO requirements on paper, yet a lower-calorie dog eating less receives less of EVERY nutrient, not to mention some dogs genetically don’t make enough taurine for heart health.

🐕 The question isn’t “grain-free or grain-inclusive?”

It’s: Is THIS dog getting enough protein, essential amino acids and other critical nutrients for the calories they actually consume? That’s the nutritional DCM conversation we should be having.

Calories change. Nutrient needs don’t.

09/12/2026

PLEASE WATCH FOR YOUR PETS HEALTH and LONGEVITY from my FAVORITE LADIES!!

Dr. Judy welcomes Dr. Ruth Roberts to the show, examining the healt...

08/20/2026

HERBS & SPICES FOR YOUR DOG’s BOWL! 🌿

Here are some of our favorites:

• Parsley — Supports glutathione production and antioxidant defenses.

• Turmeric — Rich in curcumin, with antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Studied for joint, brain, and eye health.

• Rosemary — Packed with antioxidant compounds that may support brain, cognitive, and eye health.

• Cumin — Traditionally used for digestion and contains antioxidant and antimicrobial plant compounds.

• Cinnamon — Supports collagen production, making it especially interesting for aging dogs and their joints. Also provides antioxidants.

• Basil — Contains plant compounds that may support heart health and help regulate the body’s stress response.

• Oregano — A powerhouse of antibacterial, antifungal, and antioxidant compounds.

• Thyme — Contains plant compounds with potent antimicrobial properties.

• Ginger — Best known for supporting digestion and easing nausea, while also providing antioxidant and neuroprotective benefits.

🥄HOW TO SERVE: Finely mince fresh herbs and mix into food. Dried herbs are more concentrated, so use less. Avoid essential oils and concentrated extracts.

⚠️ AVOID: Nutmeg, chives, and other members of the onion family—with the exception of garlic, which is safe in small, proper amounts.

📌Save this for reference and always stick to proper serving sizes.

08/10/2026

Sorry friends - away on vacation for the next week. All messages will be returned after Sunday 16th🐾Hope all have fun and safe week!!

08/05/2026

07/31/2026

DOES SPAYING OR NEUTERING REALLY MAKE DOGS CALMER?

For decades, many people have been told that spaying or neutering helps reduce unwanted behaviors. But a new 2026 peer-reviewed review published in Animal Reproduction suggests the science is more complicated.

After reviewing decades of research, the authors concluded there’s not enough consistent evidence to recommend spaying or neutering solely to change behavior. In fact, several studies included in the review found some dogs showed more fear, anxiety, or certain forms of aggression after being spayed or neutered.

Why? The review explains that reproductive hormones don’t just influence reproduction. They also play important roles in brain function, learning, memory, stress responses, and emotional regulation. Removing those hormones may affect dogs differently depending on their genetics, age, s*x, breed, and individual temperament.

One of the most interesting parts of the review is that the authors discuss hormone-preserving alternatives that prevent breeding while allowing the body to continue producing its natural hormones. These include:

🐕 Vasectomy – prevents male dogs from reproducing while leaving the testicles in place, so testosterone production continues.

🐕 Ovary-sparing spay – removes the uterus but leaves one or both ovaries intact, preventing pregnancy while preserving ovarian hormone production.

The authors suggest they deserve more attention because they can help preserve some of the health and behavioral benefits associated with natural hormones while still preventing unwanted litters.

The review doesn’t argue that dogs should or shouldn’t be spayed or neutered. Instead, it encourages veterinarians and pet owners to move away from a one-size-fits-all approach and make decisions based on each dog’s individual health, lifestyle, behavior, and risk of reproduction.

07/18/2026

🚨 HEMANGIOSARCOMA SUPPORT: HERE'S WHAT I’D CONSIDER FIRST

Hemangiosarcoma is one of the most heartbreaking cancers in dogs because it can grow quietly with no obvious warning.

It often affects the spleen or heart. A dog may eat, walk, and act normal, then suddenly become weak, pale, lethargic, or collapse from internal bleeding.

That is what happened to my dog, Hoochie.

He came with me to the clinic every day, yet I saw no clear warning. Then he became unusually tired and could not keep up running. Bloodwork showed severe anemia. Imaging found a large splenic mass. It was hemangiosarcoma.

I removed his spleen and the tumor, but the cancer had already spread. Twenty-one days later, he collapsed from a massive internal bleed.

Please watch for:

• Sudden lethargy
• Weakness
• Pale gums
• Collapse
• Not keeping up on walks
• Sudden exercise intolerance
• Anemia
• Distended belly
• Sudden decline after seeming normal

If your dog collapses, has pale gums, becomes suddenly weak, or you suspect internal bleeding, go to emergency care. Do not wait.

Golden Retrievers are especially high-risk. Estimates suggest up to 1 in 5 Goldens may die from hemangiosarcoma. Be aware, not terrified.

Early detection is the big challenge. Research is looking at trained dogs that may smell cancer compounds and biomarkers that may one day help screen high-risk dogs earlier.

If a splenic mass is found, surgery may be considered if your dog is stable.

But if my dog were diagnosed with hemangiosarcoma, these are the supportive options I would discuss right away:

1. Yunnan Baiyao
This is one I would strongly consider for internal bleeding support.
Dose: 1 capsule per 50 lbs, once daily minimum. Twice daily if possible.

2. Ketogenic-style diet
The goal is to reduce glucose availability, since many cancer cells use glucose as fuel.
Example for a 50 lb dog:
• 1 lb regular ground beef daily
• MCT oil, start with 1 tsp daily
• Broccoli, 1/2 cup daily
• Ground flax, 1 tbsp daily

For broccoli: chop or crush it, let it sit 5 minutes, then lightly steam. Do not turn it into green mush. We are feeding nutrients, not sadness.

3. Krill oil / Omega-3s
For inflammation and cancer support.
Dose: 500 mg krill oil per 25 lbs daily.

4. C*D / Cannabinoids
For pain, inflammation, appetite, comfort, and possible cancer support.
C*D dose: 3 mg per 10 lbs, twice daily minimum.
This can be increased up to 5x if needed.
THC, where legal and with caution: start at 0.05 mg per lb.

5. Turkey Tail Mushroom Extract
Look for a quality extract from the fruiting body, not just mycelium grown on grain.
Dose: 100 mg per 10 lbs, twice daily.
Can be increased up to 5x because it has a wide safety margin.

6. 95% Curcumin
For anti-inflammatory and cancer-supportive effects.
Dose: 50 to 100 mg per 10 lbs daily. Give with fat.

7. Artemisinin
May be especially interesting because hemangiosarcoma is tied to blood vessel tissue and iron.
Dose: 5 mg per 10 lbs daily.

8. Fenbendazole / Panacur
This is a trial option I would consider.
Dose: 50 mg/kg daily, 3 days on, 4 days off. Repeat for 1 month, then reassess.

These are not cures. They are support.

The goal is comfort, less inflammation, bleeding support, and more good days.

If this were your dog, wouldn’t you want to know every supportive option before the crisis happens?