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Canine parvovirosis: A new test to improve immunity against parvovirus
Despite the availability of an effective vaccine, canine parvovirus continues to spread. There is, in fact, a critical period in a puppy’s life during which it is susceptible to...
Cross-immunity: Can cow's milk help fight COVID-19?
SARS-CoV-2 shares many characteristics with other coronaviruses in the same family, to the point that cross-immunity may be possible. Researchers want to evaluate the therapeuti...
Dairy Cows: Extensive Farming vs. Confined Housing in Barns
Should we prioritize dairy production systems that emphasize grazing, or, on the contrary, limit—or even prohibit—dairy cows’ access to the outdoors? While these three types of...
Animal Production: Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions
The raising of Livestock for human consumption produces a significant amount of greenhouse gases and contributes significantly to global warming. However, taking into account th...
Genomics: Should we be concerned about the emergence of transgenic animals?
For 25 years now, advances in biotechnology have accelerated the development of genetically modified animals. But the widespread use of these techniques has also reignited the d...
Electrostatic communication among bees provides information about the health of ecosystems
Bees are pollinators that play a central role in many ecosystems. The social signals exchanged by these insects therefore provide essential information about environmental condi...
Dogs to Help Students Cope with Stress
For students under pressure, a dog might be the best solution for stress. A new study shows that therapy dogs improve the thinking and planning skills of stressed students—far m...
Climate: Livestock accounts for one-third of global methane emissions
Raising animals for human consumption produces a significant amount of greenhouse gases and contributes significantly to global warming. However, based on the latest report from...
Biological control: An effective fungus against Varroa, the bee killer
A new strain of Metarhizium brunneum , an entomopathogenic fungus found in soils around the world, effectively combats Varroa destructor —the devastating ectoparasite of honeybe...
Electroacupuncture is also for dogs
In recent years, the use of electroacupuncture in veterinary medicine has grown significantly, particularly in dogs and horses. More and more clinical studies seem to support th...
Cross-immunity: Can cow's milk help fight COVID-19?
SARS-CoV-2 shares many characteristics with other coronaviruses in the same family, to the extent that cross-immunity may be possible. Researchers want to evaluate the therapeut...
Cannabis: The Use of Cannabinoids in Veterinary Medicine
Controlled scientific evidence regarding cannabis-derived products remains limited in animal studies, although their potential is increasingly recognized. The Federation of Euro...
An antidote to help bees fight deadly insecticides
Every year, beekeepers lose about one-third of their colonies, partly because of insecticides that are decimating the bee population. Researchers at Cornell University have deve...
A Genetic Tool for Better Management of Invasive Species
A technology based on computer simulations, which takes advantage of the heritability of certain genes across successive generations, could help improve the management of invasi...
Understanding Canine Aggression Better
Aggression in dogs, although normal and natural, is considered undesirable behavior, especially when directed toward humans. A new study shows that temperament, age, breed, trai...
In dogs, chronic stress may be a reflection of their owner's stress
Dogs are empathetic animals that can sense not only affection but also fear, anger, and stress in their owners. However, the levels of stress experienced by these animals vary f...
Epizootic lymphangitis: an “exotic” equine disease under surveillance
The American Association of Equine Practitioners (AAEP) has updated its guidelines on epizootic lymphangitis to help veterinarians identify, diagnose, and control this disease i...
Brachycephalic dogs seek more eye contact with humans
Eye contact is an important vector of communication for humans. Dogs with flat faces—such as pugs, boxers, and bulldogs—as well as certain working dogs and playful puppies, have...
Homeopathy in Animals: The Opinion of the French Veterinary Academy
Despite controversial scientific data and questionable evidence regarding the true effectiveness of homeopathic products—for both humans and animals—some veterinarians continue...
The Microbiota as a Performance Enhancer in Athletic Horses
According to a new study, gut bacteria communicate with mitochondria to boost a horse’s athletic performance. Certain microorganisms thus enable more efficient energy production...
A fatal form of juvenile epilepsy affects pedigree dogs of the Parson Russell Terrier breed
A genetic discovery links mitochondrial dysfunction to the onset of severe, even fatal, epilepsy in Parson Russell Terrier puppies just a few months old. This is the first descr...
Wind Turbines: An Underestimated Impact on Bats
Wind turbines are symbols of the green energy transition, but their impact on biodiversity is a cause for concern. These giant turbines are reportedly responsible for significan...
A wild squirrel thriving in the city
Despite an urban environment that isn’t always suitable, many animals still choose to settle there. While the Eurasian red squirrel has made the city its new home, not all speci...
The effect of domestication on the gut microbiota has been revealed
With the domestication of animal species, numerous lifestyle changes occurred, related to diet, the environment, and social interactions. These factors have inevitably shaped th...