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Short-nosed dog breeds, like French Bulldogs and Pugs, remain immensely popular. But are they truly better companion animals than other breeds? According to a new study by ethologists at Eötvös Loránd University (ELTE), short noses […]

Your dog tilts its head when you cry, paces when you’re stressed, and somehow appears at your side during your worst moments. Coincidence? Not even close.This post was originally published on this site

With summer comes mosquitoes, and with mosquitoes can come heartworms. Even one or two of these dangerous parasites can have serious consequences for pets, but the threat becomes even greater when there are enough to […]

In a novel project, scientists have used precision fermentation to produce brewed chicken protein and have evaluated it for use in pet food. Dogs that consumed the protein in their kibble during a six-month study […]

With a swab of their cat’s cheek, pet owners can now determine if their cat is at high risk of developing one of the most common chronic diseases years before any clinical signs emerge, and […]

Half of the dogs in the United States are reported to be overweight and, according to a new study led by Texas A&M University and the Dog Aging Project (DAP), the cause may be a […]

A new study has found that horses with higher parasitic loads also have worse coat conditions, thanks to the development of a novel tool with far-reaching impacts.This post was originally published on this site

Scientists at The Pirbright Institute have taken a major step forward in tackling one of the world’s most dangerous viruses, the Nipah virus, by evaluating vaccine candidates for pigs.This post was originally published on this […]

Dog theft can be a devastating crime. During the COVID pandemic, newspapers suggested there was an epidemic of “dognapping” in the UK. If you have a dog, the reports may have alarmed you at a […]

Summer weather can make you feel hot and sweaty, but for your dog, this season can be when allergies start to flare, resulting in hot spots.This post was originally published on this site