Minitablets for cats could improve the compliance of feline patients in the future. All cat owners know that giving their pet a pill is no simple task. Cats are stubborn enough to resist taking a tablet and clever enough to avoid them if mixed in with food. Minitablets are much smaller, compressed pills only a few millimetres in size and …
Read More »Are Bigger Dogs Smarter than Smaller Breeds?
Correlation between brain size and intelligence isn’t straightforward. Humans are the most int…
Are Essential Oils Safe for Dogs?
With the field of holistic and complementary medicine gaining popularity we’ve gathered some a…
A Pet Owner’s Guide to Surviving Firework Night
Bonfire night can be a stressful time if your pet is scared of fireworks. A PDSA report from 2015 fo…
Pet Ownership Reduces Allergies and Obesity in Children
Research from the University of Alberta has found pet ownership could reduce obesity and allergic di…
Why Do Small Dogs Live Longer?
Have you ever wondered why small dogs live longer? Although still a debated topic, new research sugg…
Recent Posts
Myoclonic Epilepsy Gene Discovered in Dogs
A gene potentially linked to epilepsy has been discovered in dogs. A study investigated juvenile myoclonic epilepsy (JME) in Rhodesian Ridgebacks in search of its genetic cause. The genome wide association study (GWAS) revealed DIRAS1 to be a strong candidate gene. The gene has previously been linked to neurotransmission, making it a good entry point for future research into myoclonic epilepsies. DNA testing …
Read More »Dogs Enjoy the Sounds of Soft Rock and Reggae Music
Researchers at the University of Glasgow explored how different music genres affected the behaviour of kennelled dogs. In the study ‘The effect of different genres of music on the stress levels of kennelled dogs’ soft rock and reggae had the most beneficial effect on behaviour. The study follows on from previous research that investigated the impact of classical music on …
Read More »Children Have Closer Relationships to Their Pets than Siblings
A recent study compared the relationships children have with pets to those with their siblings. The findings revealed that kids got greater satisfaction from relationships with their pets. The study also provided further evidence that pets are important in the social development of children and early adolescents. It’s no surprise that pets are considered a fully-fledged addition to the family. We …
Read More »Cats Can Learn About the Nutritional Value of Their Food
Cats can get a bad rep for being finicky eaters, but research by the Waltham Centre for Pet Nutrition suggests otherwise. A study looking at the flavour, aroma and nutrition of cat foods found that even unappealing flavours can be a cat’s preferred choice if the nutritional content is right. The study by Mars Petcare showed that cats are able to …
Read More »Is the English Bulldog One of the World’s Unhealthiest Breeds?
The genetic diversity of the English Bulldog is now so limited it could be difficult to improve the health problems associated with the breed. Selective breeding of the English Bulldog for specific traits has been carried out by humans for many years. This has caused large changes in the genome of the Bulldog, which now put it at the top …
Read More »Whelping Essentials: Preparing for your Dog’s Pregnancy
We’ve compiled a list of whelping essentials to help you and your dog get through her pregnancy. When your dog becomes pregnant there are lots of preparations that can be made to make the labour as stress-free as possible. A well-prepared owner greatly improves the odds of each puppy’s survival. These whelping essentials will make sure you’re prepared for all possible …
Read More »-
A New Therapy for Bone Cancer in Dogs: Oncolytic Treatment of Canine Osteosarcoma
Bone cancer in dogs (canine osteosarcoma) results in aggressive development of tumours on the canine skeleton, particularly below the knee …
Read More » -
Is Your Dog Suffering From Canine Cognitive Dysfunction?
-
Myoclonic Epilepsy Gene Discovered in Dogs
-
Protein Losing Enteropathy: Intestinal Protein Loss in Dogs
-
Canine Atopic Dermatitis: Causes, Symptoms and Treatments
-
Increase Your Dog’s Fertility by Supplementing Essential Fatty Acids
The fertility of your dog is, in most cases, not going to be a major concern. If you are a …
Read More » -
Why Are Labradors So Greedy Compared to Other Dogs?
-
Treating Your Pet On a Budget: Brie’s Parsley and Carrot Dog Biscuits
-
Causes & Consequences of Canine Obesity
-
EPA and DHA for Dogs: What are they and what are the benefits?
-
Top Turn Out Tips for a Horse Viewing
Prospective horse buyers and loaners may put a great deal of weight on the overall appearance of your horse during …
Read More » -
Do Hypoallergenic Dogs Really Exist?
-
Researchers Suggest Canine ‘Electric Nose’ for Disease Diagnosis
-
Pet Ownership Reduces Allergies and Obesity in Children
-
Putting Together an Emergency 72-Hour Kit For Your Dog
-
Are Bigger Dogs Smarter than Smaller Breeds?
Correlation between brain size and intelligence isn’t straightforward. Humans are the most intelligent lifeform on the planet, yet our brain …
Read More » -
Dogs Enjoy the Sounds of Soft Rock and Reggae Music
-
Cool Tricks for Your Dog: ‘Respect’ or ‘Fist Bump’
-
How to Help Dogs Overcome the Trauma of a Family Death
-
Personality Traits of Exotic Pet Owners