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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...