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'I feel constant anxiety': How caring for a seriously unwell pet can lead to stress and burnout
Living with a pet brings many benefits, including constant presence, love and support. Pet ownership is also linked with a lower long-term risk of early death.
Veterinary medicine
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Cell atlas reveals parallels between horse and human pregnancies
New research has resulted in the first high-resolution molecular picture of the equine endometrium—the inner lining of the uterus—before and after embryo implantation. This picture, or cell atlas, highlights key similarities ...
Cell & Microbiology
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Treatment for horses may lead to therapy for type of blindness
Picture a horse running across an open field, the wind blowing his mane, his hooves stamping into the grassy knoll, eyes on the horizon.
Cell & Microbiology
Feb 14, 2025
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Veterinarians perform cataract surgery on bald eagle in Florida
A team of veterinary surgeons performed cataract surgery on Thunder, a resident bald eagle at Moccasin Lake Nature Park in Clearwater, at a clinic in Brandon on Thursday.
Ecology
Feb 14, 2025
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Researchers unlock new potential porcine virus treatment
UConn researchers have identified a novel small molecule for the development of a preventative treatment for a serious and costly disease in pigs.
Molecular & Computational biology
Feb 13, 2025
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Study shows regular access to therapy dogs boosts first-year students' mental health
College students who spent a little bit of free time each week interacting with therapy dogs on campus during their first semester experienced fewer signs of stress and depression than those who did not.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 13, 2025
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'Pandemic puppy' owners report a greater burden of dog ownership
Dog owners who purchased a puppy because of the 2020 phase of the COVID-19 pandemic, or whose dogs have problem behaviors, experienced a greater burden of dog ownership, but most chose to keep their puppy, Bree Merritt at ...
Plants & Animals
Feb 12, 2025
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Australians may soon be able to fly with their pets in a plane's cabin—but not every pet is suited to it
In some overseas countries, pets can travel with their owners in a plane's cabin, in a carrier under a seat.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 12, 2025
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Study finds there are 4 million more dogs in the UK than previously thought
The U.K. has 4 million more dogs than previously estimated, with regional hotspots in Telford, Darlington and Harrogate, new research shows.
Ecology
Feb 12, 2025
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Chicken 'woody breast' detection improved with advanced machine learning model
It's called "woody breast" and for consumers it can mean a chewier chicken sandwich, but for the industry it can mean up to $200 million annual yield loss.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 11, 2025
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Thousands of Australian pets may soon have 'useless' microchips—it's a symptom of a bigger problem
Late last year, rumors swirled online that HomeSafeID, a private Australian pet microchip registry, had stopped operating.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 11, 2025
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Avian flu suspected in up to 15 bird deaths at New York City zoos
At least three and possibly up to 15 birds have died of avian flu at two New York City zoos, according to the organization that operates the facilities.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 9, 2025
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Dog treats made from cultured meat aim to help cut carbon emissions
Dogs in Bristol were among the first in the country to woof down snacks made from lab-grown meat in a bid to advance the future of alternative protein sources and help cut carbon emissions.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 6, 2025
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Australian team claims first IVF kangaroo embryo
Australian-based scientists said Thursday they had produced the world's first kangaroo embryo through in vitro fertilization, hailing it as a key step towards saving marsupials that are endangered.
Plants & Animals
Feb 6, 2025
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Possible fire ant connection explored in study on eye disease in pets
A new study from the Koret School of Veterinary Medicine at Hebrew University has brought new insights into Florida spot keratopathy (FSK), an eye condition that affects both dogs and cats. Led by Dr. Oren Pe'er and published ...
Veterinary medicine
Feb 5, 2025
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Pet flea treatments may be harming wildlife—but owners can help
Toxic substances used in flea and tick treatments pet owners give to their dogs and cats have been detected in birds' nests, according to new UK research published in Science of The Total Environment.
Ecology
Feb 5, 2025
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Best in nose: Border collies outperform hunting breeds in olfactory task study
A new comprehensive study by Hungarian ethologists provides valuable insights into the factors that affect the olfactory performance of dogs. Border collies, a herding breed, reached higher success levels than some hunting ...
Plants & Animals
Feb 5, 2025
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Veterinarian warns cat owners about H5N1 risks amid rising cases
Veterinary and public health officials are urging cat owners to remain vigilant as cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, or H5N1, commonly known as bird flu, have been detected in domestic cats.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 5, 2025
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Good immune functions could enhance cow milk quality and health
Researchers have identified various distinctive immune cells in cow's milk, creating potential avenues for enhancing animal health and milk production—as detailed in a study in Animal Nutriomics.
Veterinary medicine
Feb 3, 2025
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Most crossbred beef-dairy calves display heartier constitutions than purebreds, study finds
Many modern dairy farm operations have developed an additional revenue stream by breeding dairy cows with Black Angus beef bulls using artificial insemination to produce crossbred calves, which typically have improved meat ...
Veterinary medicine
Feb 3, 2025
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