Phys.org – Pets & Veterinary Medicine

Dogs’ noses are sensitive enough to track down fleeing convicts, locate human remains in hidden burial sites and detect illicit drug stashes.This post was originally published on this site

Research from Texas A&M University found high levels of drug-resistant parasites in ranched bison herds across Texas and Oklahoma, raising concerns for livestock health and treatment effectiveness.This post was originally published on this site

Cats Protection, in collaboration with the University of Exeter and International Cat Care, has released a first-of-its-kind scientific review exploring cat overpopulation in the UK.This post was originally published on this site

New research by the University of Sydney offers important insights into how and when new coronavirus variants arise in bats.This post was originally published on this site

The way household dogs engage with TV may depend on their personalities, suggests research published in Scientific Reports. Excitable dogs were more likely to follow on-screen objects while fearful or anxious dogs were more likely […]

Many people tend to trust dogs’ instincts regarding humans. If dogs gravitate towards you, dog lovers will likely see you as safe and trustworthy, but if dogs are apprehensive around you, some may begin to […]

Increased collaboration between zoos and sound researchers could open new frontiers in bioacoustics, according to a new paper.This post was originally published on this site

A new study led by Virginia Tech found that volunteer dog-handler teams—made up of everyday people and their pets—can effectively detect the elusive egg masses of the spotted lanternfly, an invasive insect that’s damaging farms […]

While there is good awareness of the potential dangers of pets overheating in high temperatures during summer months, recognizing that sunburn itself can be a source of harm is also important.This post was originally published […]

Proteomics International’s subsidiary OxiDx Pty Ltd, in collaboration with the University of Western Australia, has published results showing its OxiDx blood test can identify and assess recovery from exercise-induced muscle damage in Australian thoroughbred racehorses.This […]