Researchers have found that a suite of complementary tests can quantify changes in dogs suspected of suffering from cognitive decline.
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Breed is an Unreliable Predictor of Individual Dog’s Behavior: Scientists
New scientific research has revealed that in modern times a dog’s breed has relatively little correlation with an individual dog’s behavior.
Reptiles Threatened with Extinction: Scientists
One in five reptiles faces extinction in what scientists say would have a ‘devastating’ effect on humans and the planet. With 21% of reptile species (from lizards to snakes to geckos and turtles) currently facing extinction, such a loss could have disastrous impacts on ecosystems around the world.
Where does your cat go? Not far, say researchers
A new study reveals that most cats do not stray far from home–especially if they have been spayed/neutered.
Impending insect apocalypse threatens human health and well-being
The results of a new scientific study demonstrate an impending insect apocalypse. Given the important role of insects in local ecosystems, pollination and food production, losing insects threatens human health and food security.
Shocking Number of Pets OD-ing from Weed: Veterinarians
A new survey of North American veterinarians revealed cases of marijuana poisoning among pets are on the rise.
Dog Owners Create Health Risk from Pet Food Handling
The results of a new study suggests that most U.S. dog owners are unaware of — and do not follow — guidelines on safe pet food and dish handling from the FDA. This presents health risks for both pets and humans.
Surprising number of back-to-work adults miss their dog more than their kids
A recent poll of U.S. adults who have or are about to head back to work (post-pandemic lock-down) revealed some surprising facts about family relationships.
Second US State Prohibits Cat Declawing
Maryland will become the second US state to prohibit pet owners from declawing cats.
Seniors with Dogs Suffer Less Disabilities
New research on older adults suggests that seniors who own a dog may be at lower risk of disability than those who have never been dog owners.
Dogs Aware of Different Languages
Did you know that your dog can tell the difference between when you are speaking English and when you are speaking Spanish? It’s true. In fact, dogs can distinguish between different languages all together.
Animal Consciousness
Do animals also have consciousness? A new theory describes consciousness as a state that is tied to complex cognitive operations that explains how animals have a sense of consciousness.
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