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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...
Turmeric for Uveitis in Dogs
Uveitis is a common eye inflammation in dogs. And although treatments exist, they are often accompanied by significant side effects. Researchers have turned to turmeric for a mo...
Where does the craze for brachycephalic dogs come from?
The popularity of flat-faced dog breeds has only continued to grow in recent years, despite their health problems and contrary to veterinarians’ ethical recommendations. Researc...
Egg-laying parasitism: Ecological shifts broaden host selection
The ecological instabilities affecting the world today will shape the evolution of interspecies relationships. For egg-laying parasites, this translates into a diversification o...
Social Distancing vs. Socializing: Does the Social Instinct Prevail Over the Evolutionary Instinct?
Avoiding infectious diseases is more than just an instinct; it’s a necessity for both humans and animals. But social interaction often takes precedence over social distancing. K...
Dog Sterilization and Neutering: What About Mixed-Breed Dogs?
While the benefits of sterilization have been clear up until now, a growing body of evidence points against routine early sterilization. The only problem is that the results are...
Fishing and Dolphins: Better Education for Better Prevention
Wild dolphins are frequently found entangled in fishing lines and other marine debris. And unfortunately, this can have serious consequences. However, these consequences are stu...
The decline of pollinators threatens U.S. crop yields
The largest and most comprehensive study of its kind highlights the risks to global agriculture posed by the decline in pollinator populations. Most of the world’s crops depend...
A flame retardant associated with hyperthyroidism in cats
Feline hyperthyroidism is the most common endocrine disorder in older cats. And since the first case was diagnosed in 1979, the prevalence of the disease has been steadily incre...
Osteosarcoma in Dogs: Immunotherapy Doubles Survival Rates
A study shows that a new immunotherapy protocol can double the survival rate of dogs with osteosarcoma, the most common form of canine bone cancer. Osteosarcoma is a serious for...
Can dominance lead to group consensus?
Individuals who attain a dominant status within a group have often done so through intimidation, coercion, and aggression—traits that are not, however, valued in a social contex...
The Genetic Origin of Fragile Foal Syndrome
A genetic study of a Thoroughbred stallion who had a major influence on German horse breeding at the beginning of the last century sheds light on the origin of a fatal genetic d...
Sterilization of Dogs: At What Age Should It Be Considered, Depending on the Breed?
Nearly 1 in 3 dogs will develop a testicular tumor at some point in their lives. As a result, veterinarians often recommend early sterilization. Female dogs subjected to sterili...
A New Smartphone Technology to Detect Equine Respiratory Diseases
A new system linked to a smartphone can quickly and effectively detect the presence of viruses that cause equine respiratory infectious diseases using nasal swab samples. This t...
The Lives of Honeybees Shorten Due to Pesticides
Although developed with the aim of protecting bees, two pesticides—banned in France since January 2020 but widely used elsewhere—cause physiological stress in honeybees that sho...
How do dogs communicate with their owners?
Dogs have been living alongside us for tens of thousands of years. We’ve learned to communicate with one another, but to what extent? Has the sharing of information become more...
How old is your dog in human years?
It’s a question many pet owners ask themselves: If my dog were a human, how old would he be? For many years, simply multiplying by 7 was enough to calculate the difference. But...
Tick Saliva Against Equine Melanoma
A protein derived from the saliva of the Amblyomma sculptum tick has been successfully used by researchers at the Butantan Institute in São Paulo, Brazil, to treat skin cancer (...
Coronavirus: Expanding Our Understanding of Animals to Better Protect Humans
If the current pandemic has taught us one thing, it is that infectious diseases in animals can have serious consequences for humans. Expanding our knowledge of animals and their...
Dogs: Risks Posed by Hot Weather
Climate change and rising global temperatures will affect animal health, particularly that of dogs. Dogs are at increased risk of heat-related illnesses, especially older dogs,...
The Role of Estrogen in Breast Carcinogenesis in Dogs
A major factor in favor of sterilization and neutering animals, the role of estrogen in breast cancer in animals is detailed in a new study. Estrogen is a known and major driver...
Reusing chicken litter promotes the growth of beneficial bacteria
While reusing chicken litter on farms may not seem like the most hygienic practice, a new study challenges this belief by showing that, in fact, soiled litter may actually have...
Clostridium perfringens: Discovery Related to a Fatal Swine Disease
Uncovering the mechanism behind intestinal bleeding in newborn piglets could lead to better management of this deadly disease, as well as promising vaccine and therapeutic optio...
Castration of Cats to Preserve Wildlife
Domestic cats kill billions of wild animals each year. Researchers have shown that castration reduces cats’ hunting ranges and thus lessens their impact on local ecosystems, in...
Equine Mucocutaneous Squamous Cell Carcinoma: Improvements in Management
Mucocutaneous squamous cell carcinoma is a common type of cancer in horses. A new study improves our understanding and treatment of the disease. Affecting the genitals, eyes, or...