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Study links dog breed, environment to canine obesity
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 complex web of interactions between dogs, their ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 28, 2025
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New scoring system for horse skin, coat condition provides insights into parasite impact
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.
Veterinary medicine
Jul 23, 2025
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New study brings vaccine hopes for zoonotic Nipah virus, which is deadly to pigs
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.
Plants & Animals
Jul 23, 2025
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Dog thefts: What really happened during the COVID pandemic
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 time when there were already ...
Veterinary medicine
Jul 22, 2025
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That itches! A guide to canine hot spots
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.
Veterinary medicine
Jul 22, 2025
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Dogs can sniff out Parkinson's disease, study shows
Dogs' noses are sensitive enough to track down fleeing convicts, locate human remains in hidden burial sites and detect illicit drug stashes.
Molecular & Computational biology
Jul 22, 2025
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Drug-resistant parasites threaten ranched bison herds
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.
Ecology
Jul 22, 2025
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Scientific review outlines whole-population approach needed to tackle cat overpopulation in the UK
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.
Plants & Animals
Jul 22, 2025
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Young bats with multiple infections may drive new coronavirus strains in nature
New research by the University of Sydney offers important insights into how and when new coronavirus variants arise in bats.
Ecology
Jul 21, 2025
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Dogs' TV viewing habits vary by personality
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 ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 17, 2025
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Do dogs judge us? New study suggests canine social evaluation remains a mystery
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 question your character. ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 17, 2025
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Zoo soundscapes could be a new frontier in bioacoustics studies
Increased collaboration between zoos and sound researchers could open new frontiers in bioacoustics, according to a new paper.
Ecology
Jul 16, 2025
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Man's best friend could be the spotted lanternfly's worst enemy
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 ...
Ecology
Jul 16, 2025
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Pets can get sunburned too—what you need to know
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.
Veterinary medicine
Jul 14, 2025
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Tracking muscle damage in racehorses: New test to optimize recovery and performance
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 ...
Veterinary medicine
Jul 14, 2025
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The ACT wants dog owners to spend three hours a day with their pet—but quality, not quantity, matters most
Authorities in the ACT have released draft regulations for the welfare of dogs. One inclusion getting attention is a guideline "requiring all dogs to have a minimum of three hours of human contact daily."
Veterinary medicine
Jul 12, 2025
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Scientist's cat, again, helps discover new virus
Pepper, the pet cat who made headlines last year for his role in the discovery of the first jeilongvirus found in the U.S., is at it again. This time, his hunting prowess has contributed to the identification of a new strain ...
Molecular & Computational biology
Jul 10, 2025
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Close encounters of the venomous kind: Keeping pets safe during snake season
Snakes are common in nearly all outdoor environments and typically would much rather be left alone than defend themselves against humans or animals. When they do feel the need to strike, our curious animal companions are ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 10, 2025
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Queensland's horrific lion attack shows wild animals should not be kept for our amusement
Last weekend, a woman was mauled by a lioness at Darling Downs Zoo in Queensland, and lost her arm. The zoo, which keeps nine lions, has been operating for 20 years and had never experienced an incident such as this.
Plants & Animals
Jul 10, 2025
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Turtles show remarkably low cancer rates, defying expectations for large, long-lived animals
A new study, led by experts at the University of Nottingham, provides the strongest evidence to date that cancer is extremely rare in turtles—a finding that could offer valuable clues for preventing or fighting cancer in ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 10, 2025
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