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Why Do Small Dogs Live Longer?

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Have you ever wondered why small dogs live longer? Although still a debated topic, new research suggests life expectancy is determined during the early stages of development. So if you’re planning to get Therapy Puppies, then you might want to read more and learn why small dogs live longer. You may also want to look for a City Dog Country …

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Myoclonic Epilepsy Gene Discovered in Dogs

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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 …

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Children Have Closer Relationships to Their Pets than Siblings

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A recent study compared the relationships children have with pets, like those discussed on HouseholdPets.co.uk, 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. So if you are looking for the best …

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