Fido funeral: In Japan, a send-off for robot dogs
The robot dogs lined up in their dozens Thursday in Japan were no tech fair display. They were the dearly departed being honoured with their own traditional "funeral."
The robot dogs lined up in their dozens Thursday in Japan were no tech fair display. They were the dearly departed being honoured with their own traditional "funeral."
Robotics
Apr 26, 2018
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Some small businesses that use Facebook ads to promote themselves and attract new customers are wrestling with whether they need to change strategy after the company's data-misuse scandal.
Internet
Apr 25, 2018
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The question of opening the Northern Territory and South Australia to fracking has re-ignited concerns about environmental and health impacts.
Environment
Apr 24, 2018
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Dogs are scavengers. As many dog owners know to their cost, dogs often have a penchant for things that we find less than palatable. If it's not counter or table surfing, it might be raiding the kitchen rubbish bin or snacking ...
Plants & Animals
Feb 22, 2018
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Advances in veterinary technology provide pet owners with an ever-increasing array of treatment options for their pets. However, more options can lead to complex situations and difficult questions about care goals and quality ...
Other
Feb 5, 2018
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Experts are warning dog and cat owners to be aware of the risks associated with feeding their pets raw meat-based diets (RMBDs), instead of the more conventional dry or canned pet foods.
Plants & Animals
Jan 12, 2018
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While cybersecurity should be a year-round concern for small business owners, income tax filing season can bring some particular risks, according to the IRS.
Security
Jan 2, 2018
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When I looked at my appointment book for the day, I thought something must be wrong. Someone who worked in the fitness industry was bringing his cat in to the Tufts Obesity Clinic for Animals. Did he confuse us for a different ...
Plants & Animals
Dec 27, 2017
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With Bonfire Night approaching, many dogs suffer anxiety and fear from the loud bangs and explosions of firework displays. A study published by Veterinary Record shows how a medicinal treatment can help alleviate common fear ...
Plants & Animals
Nov 1, 2017
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The relationship between people and their dogs can be a lasting and loving bond if the match is right. But when acquiring a dog, how do you know if that match will be a good one?
Plants & Animals
Oct 3, 2017
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