A new study just published in Animal Cognition reveals that the rare dogs that are gifted in learning object verbal labels—the names of their toys—are more playful than typical dogs.
Plants & Animals
Aug 15, 2022
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Parasiticides are commonly applied as 'spot-on' treatments on dogs and cats to prevent or kill fleas or ticks, but they contain toxic chemicals that are making it into UK rivers and ponds, particularly in urban areas. In ...
Ecology
Mar 20, 2023
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As recently as 50 years ago, the pit bull was America's favorite dog. Pit bulls were everywhere. They were popular in advertising and used to promote the joys of pet-and-human friendship. Nipper on the RCA Victor label, Pete ...
Veterinary medicine
Oct 21, 2022
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A Japanese startup has filed for approval of a new drug to treat chronic kidney disease in cats, the founder said on Monday, offering hope for a common affliction that currently has no definitive cure.
Veterinary medicine
Apr 27, 2026
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Deciding when it's time to say goodbye to a beloved furry friend is never easy, even when the animal in question may be suffering from low quality of life due to age or illness. The question for many dog owners remains—how ...
Veterinary medicine
May 30, 2024
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People often look to dogs' behavior, especially their facial expressions, for indications of their states of mind. Numerous studies show that this is a popular interpretation strategy. However, modern dog breeds vary greatly ...
Many of us were taught that "scruffing" a cat—or grabbing the animal by the loose skin at the back of the neck—is not only an effective mode of restraint, but also causes cats to relax. The thought behind this is that kittens ...
Plants & Animals
Aug 15, 2019
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Some dog breeds have higher risk of developing certain cancers and joint disorders if neutered or spayed within their first year of life. Until now, studies had only assessed that risk in a few breeds. A new, 10-year study ...
Veterinary medicine
Jul 16, 2020
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Teaching a dog to sit or roll over? That's easy. But what about that cute head tilt that you've never seen before, which happened while your phone was out of reach? Now you want a picture. But how do you get a dog to repeat ...
Plants & Animals
Jul 14, 2022
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Many long for a return to a post-pandemic "normal," which, for some, may entail concerts, travel, and large gatherings. But how to keep safe amid these potential public health risks?
Cell & Microbiology
Apr 15, 2021
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