Phys.org – Pets & Veterinary Medicine

Researchers from the Parsemus Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to advancing pet health, have investigated the safety and dosing of testosterone therapy for neutered male dogs. Published in BMC Veterinary Research, their study provides crucial data […]

Small breed dogs—including dachshunds and French bulldogs—have a high risk of developing a herniated disk in their middle back, which can lead to partial or complete paralysis in the hindlegs. Until recently, the only treatment […]

Burnout among veterinary nurses can affect the quality of pet care, according to La Trobe University researchers. But a new international study published in the journal Animals has identified how to fix the issue.This post […]

Animal behavior and cognition experts at the University of Lincoln, U.K., have made new discoveries about reptile sentience which could reshape how they are cared for in captivity.This post was originally published on this site

Kimalu (KEE-ma-loo), a 12-year-old female beluga whale, is resting comfortably following a historic procedure at Chicago’s Shedd Aquarium. On Tuesday, July 1, Kimalu, who was born at Shedd, underwent a first-of-its-kind surgery to remove a […]

Summer often brings with it the unmistakable sniffles and sneezes of hay fever. As plants and trees release pollen into the air, many of us start to feel the effects—itchy eyes, runny noses and general […]

During the COVID-19 pandemic when many were stuck at home, people adopted more pets than average, but then struggled to find adequate veterinary care. Kayla Pasteur of Purdue University, U.S., and colleagues reported these findings […]

A groundbreaking idea from a University of Alberta scientist could finally crack the code behind one of the most stubborn diseases in the dairy industry—and lead to a new understanding of human health.This post was […]

Keep your pets safe this Independence Day and throughout the hot summer months. Independence Day celebrations and soaring temperatures can be dangerous for pets.This post was originally published on this site