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Reservoirs of Rabies: A Look Back at the Case of the Infected Cat
On May 7, the Pasteur Institute confirmed a case of rabies in a cat transmitted by a bat. This is a rare occurrence, but one that persists even though fox rabies has been eradic...
When Genetics Provides Insights into the Origin of an Outbreak of Blue Tongue
Based on the unusual genetic makeup of the bluetongue virus, researchers say that its recent re-emergence in France may have been caused by human activity. Bluetongue, or catarr...
The Genetic Cause of a Serious Canine Lung Disease
The identification of a gene responsible for a lung disease in Airedale Terriers could lead to important discoveries regarding a similar disease in humans. In 2007, several pupp...
Six New Coronaviruses Discovered in Bats
If these new viruses belong to the same family as SARS-CoV-2, which is currently causing the COVID-19 pandemic; there is no evidence that These coronaviruses pose a real risk to...
Horses & Cattle: The Role of Fibroblasts in Cancer Metastasis
Horses & Cattle: The Role of Fibroblasts in Cancer Metastasis A new study shows that connective tissue plays a key role in determining the metastatic potential of cancer cells....
Behaviors rooted in the breed's genetics
Certain behaviors Canine behaviors such as aggression and fear may have a genetic basis and therefore a higher prevalence in certain pedigree dogs. A new study involving 101 bre...
Understanding the Evolution of Infectious Diseases Through the Striped Mongoose
There is no need to reiterate the current context to justify the importance of understanding the dynamics that influence the transmission of pathogens. A better understanding of...
Coronavirus and Lockdown: Equines Must Continue to Be Examined Regularly!
While equine owners have been issued citations by the gendarmerie in recent days in Brittany, the French League for the Protection of Horses (LFPC) emphasizes that these trips a...
Skin Allergies: Chronic Itching in Dogs Linked to Behavioral Disorders
Canine atopic dermatitis , commonly known as eczema in humans, is a common allergic skin reaction in dogs that causes chronic itching. This irritation can have serious psycholog...
Aging: Pets Help Older Adults Cope with Health Issues and Stay Active
A sleeping cat, a dog wagging its tail, a chirping parakeet, or even a simple goldfish can help older adults dealing with mental and/or physical health issues. A national survey...
Equine Metabolic Syndrome: Endocrine Disruptors Under Scrutiny
Les produits chimiques perturbateurs endocriniens présents dans l’environnement des chevaux jouent un rôle dans le développement du syndrome métabolique
Reproduction: Household pollutants impair fertility in dogs as well as in humans
L’infertilité masculine est en progression depuis plusieurs décennies, des études montrant une réduction globale de 50 % de la qualité du sperme au cours des 80 dernières années, entre 1938 et 2011.
Canine Medicine: A Large-Scale Study on Cardiomyopathy in Dobermans Is Underway in the United States
A team of veterinary cardiology specialists is currently conducting a groundbreaking study on the impact of genetic mutations on dilated cardiomyopathy, a potentially fatal dise...
Pathogenic bacteria: Most dog foods made with raw meat are contaminated
Many raw meat-based dog foods contain high concentrations of pathogenic bacteria that may pose a risk to humans and animals, according to a study published in VetRecord . The re...
Equine Influenza: A Rapid Test for Detecting the Equine Virus Is Under Development
Iceni Diagnostics is developing a rapid, non-invasive test for the routine screening of horses for influenza A. The detection kit includes a simple swab for collecting a mucus s...
Influenza A: Asian Horses Escape Epizootic Influenza Outbreaks
In Mongolia, horses are particularly vulnerable to avian influenza viruses circulating among wild birds. However, in Central Asia, influenza A does not cause epizootic cases of...
Canine Genetics: First Spontaneous Animal Model of Human Hypophosphatasia
A new genetic disease affecting the dog’s skeleton has just been discovered by a research team at the University of Helsinki . This hereditary condition has been identified in t...
Feline Grimace Scale: A “grimace scale” measures acute pain in cats
Marina Cayetano Evangelista, a veterinarian and doctoral student at the University of Montreal, has just developed a scale to better assess acute pain in cats. This work aims to...
Varroa destructor: This parasitic mite feeds on the bees' fat reserves, not on their blood
Varroa is not a vampire, as was once believed, but rather a werewolf. A new study, conducted by the University of Maryland, challenges long-held theories regarding the feeding h...
Equines: A Research Project Targets Epizootic Lymphangitis in Sub-Saharan Africa
The University of Liverpool, Brooke, SPANA, and the Gambia Horse and Donkey Trust have just launched a new five-year research project aimed at studying the impact of epizootic l...
Vector-borne diseases: A pan-African program to control infections in dogs and cats is launched
A comprehensive surveillance program for vector-borne transmission of infectious diseases in dogs and cats has just been launched by the African Small Companion Animal Network (...
Internal parasites: Marine fish are not immune to roundworms
The number of parasites in wild fish has increased 90-fold. This rise in parasitism poses risks to human health and to economies that depend on fishing. In particular, nematodes...
Canine Obesity: The Physical Condition of Dogs Undergoing Sterilization Has a Significant Impact on Their Lifespan
The effects of excess weight on longevity were studied in middle-aged, spayed or neutered dogs belonging to twelve popular dog breeds, who were monitored by a veterinarian and t...
Age-Related Diseases: Dementia in Dogs and Cats Is Now Better Recognized and Diagnosed
Dementia is no longer a rare condition among aging dogs and cats, warns Meghan Herron, a professor at Ohio University’s College of Veterinary Medicine (United States). However,...