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Dogs' family status depends on family's locale

Man's best friend might just be treated like any other animal depending on where the owners live. A study by David Blouin, assistant professor of the Department of Sociology and Anthropology at Indiana University South Bend, ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Aug 15, 2010 | popularity 4.2 / 5 (6) | comments 5 | with audio podcast

The therapeutic benefits of the human-animal bond

A pet owner knows the enormous joy and comfort that an animal can provide, especially in troubled times. Most pets are considered important members of the family and irreplaceable companions. A growing body of research now ...

Other Sciences / Social Sciences

created Nov 30, 2009 | popularity 4.6 / 5 (5) | comments 0

Pets on planes

The preferences of pet owners should not replace the well-being of their fellow passengers, states an editorial in CMAJ (Canadian Medical Association Journal). Pets can be accommodated comfortably and safely in airplane cargo ...

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Feb 16, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 2

As deadly cat disease spreads nationally, MU veterinarian finds effective treatment

Lone Star ticks, which are notorious carriers of many diseases including cytauxzoonosis, or "bobcat fever," have been spreading across the nation in recent years. As a result, cats across much of the country are now exposed ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Apr 18, 2012 | popularity 5 / 5 (2) | comments 1

Device can track your stray pet

For owners of lost pets, the frantic search for Fido does not always end happily. Now one company is betting that even in a recession, pet owners will pay $250 for some peace of mind.

Electronics / Consumer & Gadgets

created Apr 15, 2009 | popularity 4 / 5 (2) | comments 0

Good hygiene goes a long way toward keeping pets, people healthy

(PhysOrg.com) -- People may not be the only ones susceptible to the H1N1 virus this year - family pets also can fall victim to the influenza.

Medicine & Health / Diseases, Conditions, Syndromes

created Nov 13, 2009 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 0

Christmas treats dangerous for pets

Pet owners could avoid emergency visits to the vet over the holiday season by following a few simple guidelines from the staff of the University of Adelaide's School of Animal and Veterinary Sciences.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Dec 15, 2010 | popularity 5 / 5 (1) | comments 1

Veterinarian says natural foods not always best for pets

While natural food is a rising trend among humans, pet owners should be careful before feeding similar types of food to their pets, according to a Kansas State University veterinarian.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Sep 17, 2010 | popularity 4 / 5 (1) | comments 0

In wake of Japan tragedy, pet owners cautioned against giving potassium iodide to animals

(PhysOrg.com) -- Pet owners anticipating the possible movement to the West Coast of radioactive material from Japan’s damaged nuclear power plants should not give their dogs, cats or other pets potassium iodide tablets, ...

Biology / Plants & Animals

created Mar 18, 2011 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 1

UF study finds cats No. 1 predator to urban mockingbird nests

A new University of Florida study shows cats are the dominant predator to mockingbird eggs and nestlings in urban areas, prompting conservationists to urge pet owners to keep felines indoors at night.

Biology / Plants & Animals

created May 05, 2011 | popularity 1 / 5 (1) | comments 0