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Jennica Johnson, MSc

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Jennica has a degree in clinical psychology and has many years of experience as a staff writer for different scientific publications, both online and print. She's an avid writer with an interest in exploring the relationship between humans and dogs using scientific research.

Dog Neutering and Spaying: Pros and Cons (Backed by Science)

Dog neutering or spaying—should I have my dog do it? This might be one of the earliest questions we, responsible dog guardians, have thought of...

10 Signs of Rabies in Dogs and Three Prominent Stages

Rabies is a deadly preventable virus with almost 100% fatal outcomes in most cases (1). If your dog becomes infected with rabies, there is little...

20+ Ways to Mentally Stimulate Your Dog

A dog's mental stimulation is any activity that stimulates, activates, or enriches a dog’s brain and thus their mental well-being. There are countless activities...

4 Ways Dog Ownership Makes People Happy (Based on Research)

Many cultures have their own theories and explanations for the sacred bond between humans and animals, especially the bond between humans and dogs. Dogs...

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