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Our furry friends, the heroes of lockdown
In the absence of human social contact during this dark year, furry and feathered pets provided much-needed comfort to many people who were isolated and facing difficult circums...
Biomechanics: Mathematics Helps Optimize the Performance of Racehorses
While numbers aren’t alive, they can still provide insight into many factors that come into play during horse racing. Which horse should you choose for a particular race, and wh...
Psittacosis: A Risk During Pregnancy in Horses
An avian zoonosis is infecting equine populations in Australia. The bacteria, which causes abortions in mares, is believed to originate from native parrots. Chlamydia psittaci p...
Microplastics on the Sheep's Menu
A new study examined plastic contamination in agricultural soils in Spain and sought to estimate the amount ingested by sheep during grazing. The results show that sheep herds c...
Salmonella: Is the pig reservoir in sub-Saharan Africa a cause for concern?
Bacteria of the genus Salmonella , which are the primary cause of outbreaks of foodborne illness in France, can persist asymptomatically in pig populations. As disease reservoir...
Cell Therapy in Horses: Stem Cells for Musculoskeletal Disorders
The use of stem cells in regenerative medicine for horses is a relatively recent development; it first emerged in 1995 as a treatment for mechanical injuries. Since then, techno...
Are dogs able to sense their owners' preferences?
Drawing on studies of cognitive and emotional development in young children, researchers have shown that humans’ expressions of preference can be perceived and understood by the...
Feline Diabetes: Is It Genetic or Environmental?
Type 2 diabetes is one of the most commonly diagnosed endocrine disorders in cats. While its incidence varies from 1 in 50 to 1 in 400 depending on the population studied, all s...
Feline Infectious Peritonitis (FIP) and COVID-19: What Do They Have in Common?
Are coronaviruses that infect different host species really that distinct? The recent COVID-19 pandemic has turned the spotlight on a large family of viruses that infect all kin...
Severe equine asthma shed light on by a new diagnostic test
Severe equine asthma is a common respiratory condition that impairs horse welfare. However, its pathogenesis remains poorly understood. Researchers have developed a new tool tha...
Dog Nutrition: Improving the Absorption of Vitamins and Minerals
Feeding him well means keeping him healthy. While this statement applies just as much to humans as it does to our furry companions, each species requires a specific nutritional...
Another Step Toward Genomics Medicine for Cats
Crowned the French people’s favorite pet in 2017, the cat both fascinates and inspires. With some 14 million cats , France has the second-largest feline population in Europe. An...
Insect protein for animals: yes or no?
While the practice hasn’t yet caught on in Europe, eating insects is already widespread in certain parts of the world, such as Africa, Asia, and Latin America. Despite the many...
Digital modeling of the dog’s brain to understand its domestication
The endocranial cavity captures the imprint of the brain it encloses and can reveal many mysteries. Researchers are particularly interested in it to understand the morphological...
Canine Hip Dysplasia: Identification of Involved Genes
While the genetic cause of hip dysplasia in dogs has long been established, the genes involved remain elusive. A new study provides insights that could be useful for better char...
How can you balance having a child with allergies and pets?
In France, the number of people with allergies has doubled over the past 20 years, particularly among children and adolescents. And a large proportion of these allergies are tri...
Cats and Biodiversity: What Should We Do?
This is a recurring debate. Cats have a disastrous ecological and environmental footprint. As seasoned predators, vectors of disease, and fierce defenders of their territory, ca...
A Genetic Link Between Hypothyroidism and T-Zone Lymphoma in Dogs
A genetic mutation may explain why dogs with hypothyroidism are less likely to develop T-zone lymphoma (TZL), according to a genome-wide association study (GWAS) using targeted...
Overweight: Feeding indoor cats just once a day could improve their health
In France, 35% of cats are overweight or obese, and the numbers are only going up. Overweight animals are more prone to health problems, have a lower quality of life, and a shor...
Attachment and Emotional Support: Pets Are the Cornerstone of Mental Health at Every Age
Nearly half of all families in developed countries own at least one pet. And as pet owners will tell you, pets bring joy, comfort, and affection—to the point of being true pilla...
Feline Leukemia Virus (FeLV): Better Diagnosis for Better Prevention
FeLV infections often go unnoticed, even by veterinarians. However, it is important to recognize the presence of the virus, as it can affect the management of cats. A new review...
Cognitive Decline in Older Dogs: Nutrition and Training Have No Impact
Aging causes an inevitable cognitive decline in humans, but also in their four-legged companions. In humans, however, it is possible to slow this decline through measures such a...
Animal Proteins: Seafood Could Help Meet Growing Demand
In the coming years, seafood could account for 25% of the ever-growing demand for animal proteins. In fact, policy reforms and technological advancements could boost seafood pro...
Peste des petits ruminants: Changing Livestock Management Practices to Reduce Transmission
Contrary to popular belief, the risk of transmission of the peste des petits ruminants virus does not increase with herd size, but rather with the use of certain livestock manag...