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Seeking a second opinion for your petAs veterinary medicine evolves, new technologies, procedures, and treatments are expanding options for diagnosing, managing, and treating a wide range of pet illnesses.... Read more -
'Traffic light' dog-walking zones can benefit people, dogs and environment, says reportAn estimated 12.5 million dogs live in the UK—up by about 30% since before the COVID pandemic.... Read more -
Some dog breeds are more likely to get diarrhea, study suggestsApproximately one in every 12 dogs in the U.K. will be diagnosed with diarrhea each year, with some breeds more susceptible than others, according to a study published in the open-access journal PLOS One by Dan O'Neill from the Royal Veterinary College, U.K., and colleagues.... Read more -
Tail hair could be key to predicting performance in cattlePlucking a single tail hair could allow beef producers to quickly and easily identify the most efficient cattle, according to University of Queensland research.... Read more -
Anxious cats found more likely to suffer recurring bladder inflammationAre recurring bouts of cystitis in cats linked to stress? Yes, according to a study of 33 cats by a behavioral medicine team at the CHUV, the animal hospital of Université de Montréal's Faculty of Veterinary Medicine.... Read more -
Horses have a complex repertoire of facial expressions, just like primatesWhen I started horse riding lessons at the age of eight, I was told that if a horse had its ears forward that was a good sign, and if horse had its ears back it wasn't happy. Those riding lessons sparked a fascination with equine behavior that is still with... Read more -
Hen breeds vary in their ability to adapt to cage-free environmentsCage-free eggs have become a popular grocery purchase due to growing concerns about animal welfare. In early 2024, they accounted for roughly 40% of eggs sold.... Read more -
Masking, distancing and quarantines by researchers keep chimps safe from human disease, study showsLong before COVID-19 forced most of the world behind masks and into isolation, viral diseases had been persistently jumping from humans to primate species, with drastic consequences.... Read more -
Fewer men are choosing to become veterinarians. 'Male flight' could be the reasonIf you take your dog, cat or fish to see a vet in the UK, the person who treats them is likely to be a woman. According to the Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons, 61% of current UK vets are female. University admissions are even more skewed. Among vets who... Read more -
Research suggests earlier kitten neutering does not affect bodyweight in later lifeCats that are neutered at four months old compared to the traditional six months old are not at any greater risk of weight problems as they age, new research has found.... Read more -
Telehealth can improve care for cats with chronic health issuesCaring for a cat with chronic health conditions can be challenging for all involved, from the process of getting to a veterinary clinic to the stress of being in a strange environment with new smells and animals.... Read more -
African swine fever circulating in Europe linked to earlier introduction, not new outbreakA study in Genome Biology and Evolution finds that the African Swine Fever virus, currently circulating in Europe, is not the result of a recent introduction. Instead, the virus has been present in the region since 2007. Its current dramatic spread appears to be driven largely by people within Europe... Read more -
Dogs and cats can also suffer from allergies, but there are ways to help our furry friendsAbout five years ago, Gail Friedman noticed her Parson Russell Terrier was constantly licking his paws and seemed super uncomfortable.... Read more -
The purrfect gene: Study shows genetic links between cat purring and androgen receptor gene variationsWhether you are lucky enough to have a cat companion or must merely live this experience vicariously through cat videos, Felis catus is a familiar and comforting presence in our daily lives. Unlike most other feline species, cats exhibit sociality, can live in groups, and communicate both with other cats... Read more -
A new pathogenic fungus is threatening batsOne fungus, two species, millions of dead bats: A study published in the journal Nature has analyzed 5,000 samples of a fungus that is responsible for the largest recorded pathogen-caused mortality in mammals. An international team of researchers, led by a doctoral candidate at the University of Greifswald, produced the... Read more
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