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Multiple bird flu cases detected across England
Bird farms across England's eastern coast had to enforce preventative bird flu measures starting Monday after a spate of cases were detected in the latest outbreak of the virus.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 23, 2024
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Number of cats and dogs exposed to cocaine has increased significantly since 2019, study finds
A pair of animal health researchers, one with the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, the other the Pet Poison Helpline/SafetyCall International LLC, located in Bloomington, Minnesota, has found that the number of ...
Nevada's wild horses and burros still the subject of awe, inhumane treatment
Driving over the cattle guards that mark the boundaries of the Las Vegas Valley, Southern Nevadans are likely to come across an equine friend or two. Or a herd of them.
Plants & Animals
Dec 23, 2024
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How can I keep my cat happy? Five tips from a vet to help your feline friend live their best life
Around one third of Australian households live with at least one cat, yet surveys tell us the cats' needs are not being met.
Plants & Animals
Dec 21, 2024
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Sugar solution matches antibiotics in treating cow infections
A concentrated sugar solution could be just as effective as antibiotics at treating a common infection in dairy cows, according to a new study led by researchers at Penn State. The results were recently published in the journal ...
Plants & Animals
Dec 19, 2024
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Capybaras found dead from rabies on Brazilian island underline need to monitor virus
Three capybaras (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris) died from rabies on Anchieta Island in the municipality of Ubatuba, São Paulo state, Brazil, between December 2019 and January 2020. One was found dead, and two exhibited hindlimb ...
Veterinary medicine
Dec 18, 2024
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Animal welfare group says bacterial infection killed Sonia the elephant in Pakistan
Pakistani veterinary surgeons found that a bacterial infection killed an elephant at a safari park in the city of Karachi earlier this month, a veterinarian with a global animal welfare organization said Wednesday.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 18, 2024
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Dogs demonstrate ability to match voices to familiar humans
Researchers at ELTE Department of Ethology, Hungary designed an experiment to investigate whether dogs can recognize their owners based on pre-recorded speech. The results provided the first evidence that dogs are capable ...
Plants & Animals
Dec 17, 2024
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Five things to know before boarding your dog or cat
Around this time of year, pet owners across the country are scrambling to finalize holiday care arrangements.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 17, 2024
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Simple enrichment reduces boredom and boosts welfare in housed dairy cows
Understanding dairy cow behavior has been a hot topic of dairy science research in the last few decades. In a special issue of JDS Communications dedicated to behavior in dairy animals, a new study highlights the importance ...
Veterinary medicine
Dec 16, 2024
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Raw milk from California dairy linked to cat deaths from bird flu in Los Angeles County
Raw milk recalled from a Fresno County dairy is suspected in the deaths of two cats in Los Angeles County, health officials said Thursday.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 13, 2024
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South Dakota outbreak reveals potential H5N1 adaptation in domestic cats
University of Pittsburgh researchers have identified evidence of H5N1 adaptation in domestic cats. Work centered on a rural outbreak in South Dakota, where multiple cats died after showing neurological and respiratory symptoms.
When do dogs enter old age? New study provides answers
A new study from the University of Liverpool has pinpointed the average age when dogs are considered by vets to be in "old age," providing insights that can help owners prepare for their pets' senior years.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 12, 2024
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Fully fenced dog parks alongside nature reserves could help protect wildlife
Watching a pet dog run free can be a source of joy for many people. But letting your dog off the leash is not so good for wildlife, especially if you're in an area set aside for native species.
Ecology
Dec 10, 2024
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Dogs use two-word button combos to communicate, study shows
A new study from UC San Diego's Comparative Cognition Lab shows that dogs trained to use soundboards to "talk" are capable of making two-word button combinations that go beyond random behavior or simple imitation of their ...
Plants & Animals
Dec 9, 2024
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New study reveals link between owner demographics and canine nutrition
Dog owners have quite a bit of control over their pets' diets, and many have strong opinions on what kinds of diets are best for their canine friends.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 8, 2024
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Dogs look out for one another: Study shows that dogs can smell cancer in other dogs
The results of a study into whether cancer detection dogs can smell bladder cancer in other dogs' urine suggests that this could be an effective new way to diagnose the disease in dogs. The research, involving University ...
Plants & Animals
Dec 6, 2024
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Researchers create a new vaccine to protect cattle from a devastating disease
When the International Development Research Center (IDRC), Global Affairs Canada, and Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation called on scientists to create vaccines for neglected livestock diseases in low- and middle-income countries ...
Plants & Animals
Dec 3, 2024
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Video resource aids vets in assessing cat pain
Cats are masters at masking their pain, a natural instinct to avoid attracting predators. However, this poses a challenge for the veterinarians and care teams who must assess and manage pain in cats.
Veterinary medicine
Dec 3, 2024
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Backyard chickens in Australia perceived as companion animals and food source, interviews reveal
Chickens have been a mainstay in Australian backyards for generations. New research from the University of Adelaide reveals that owners see their chooks as a blend between pet and livestock as well as a trustworthy source ...
Veterinary medicine
Dec 3, 2024
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